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.
This course caters to individuals working in the legal, risk, and compliance sectors who aspire to lead the implementation of their company's data policies. For those who are just starting their career or are keen on pursuing a profession in data protection, the course offers a pragmatic and risk-oriented methodology to master their skills. Existing data protection professionals and corporate executives will benefit from gaining insights into the latest regulations and laws governing data privacy, locally and globally, to make informed strategic decisions and seize opportunities in the contemporary business environment. Additionally, participants will get hands-on experience in creating and executing data policies and exploring emerging data protection trends.
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
This course is offered by GetSmarter. Enrol and pay directly with the course provider.
More information
Phone: +27 (0)21 100 6668
Email: admissions@getsmarter.com
Data Protection and Privacy
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