Data Protection and Privacy

About the course

Data has emerged as a valuable asset for businesses, but it can be disastrous if not managed correctly. Governments globally are increasingly focusing on data protection and privacy, while consumers are now well-informed about their data rights. As a result, organisations require experts who can understand local and global regulations and offer guidance in designing, implementing, and monitoring data policies. The UCT Data Protection and Privacy online short course teaches you the skills to minimise the financial, legal, and reputational risks associated with data management. Starting with an overview of South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and its international equivalents, this course equips you with the knowledge to lead data protection initiatives in your organisation. You will learn practical tools to monitor, review, report, and enhance data controls and earn a certificate of completion from UCT, Africa’s leading university.

Course content

• Orientation module: Welcome to your Online Campus
• Module 1: Privacy and the people problem
• Module 2: The regulatory universe and best practice standards
• Module 3: Governance structures and responsibilities
• Module 4: Critical organisational stakeholders
• Module 5: Policy development and control design
• Module 6: Implementing data protection controls
• Module 7: Monitor and review the efficacy of controls
• Module 8: The future of privacy and data protection

Registration

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