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Description

Overview / Background

In today’s digital economy, personal data has become a strategic asset, making privacy and data protection critical for organizations. With the rise of regulations such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA, 2023), and other global/local privacy laws, organizations are required to appoint competent Data Protection Officers (DPOs) to oversee compliance, mitigate risks, and build stakeholder trust.
This training equips professionals with the knowledge, skills, and practical tools to function effectively as Certified Data Protection Officers, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a strong culture of privacy governance.

Objectives

1. To provide a deep understanding of data protection laws, principles, and frameworks (local and global).

2. To equip participants with the competencies required to design, implement, and manage a data protection compliance program.

3. To train participants on how to monitor, audit, and report data protection practices within organizations.

4. To build capacity for handling data subject requests, breach management, and regulatory engagement.

5. To certify participants as Data Protection Officers recognized by professional/industry standards.

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of data protection and privacy frameworks (GDPR, NDPA, CCPA, etc.).

• Perform the duties of a Data Protection Officer as mandated by laws and best practices.

• Establish and implement policies, procedures, and internal controls for data protection compliance.

• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and risk analysis.

• Manage personal data breaches and engage effectively with regulators and data subjects.

• Promote a culture of accountability, ethics, and privacy within their organizations.

Content / Agenda

Day 1 – Foundations of Data Protection & Privacy

• Introduction to Data Protection & Privacy Concepts

• Global & Local Legal Frameworks (GDPR, NDPA, CCPA, etc.)

• Roles, Responsibilities & Accountability of a Data Protection Officer

• Core Principles of Data Protection

Day 2 – Compliance Management & Governance

• Establishing a Data Protection Compliance Framework

• Privacy by Design & by Default

• Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)

• Data Subject Rights & Request Management

• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)

Day 3 – Risk, Breach & Oversight Responsibilities

• Information Security & Data Governance

• Data Breach Management: Prevention, Response & Notification

• Vendor/Third-Party Risk Management

• Audit, Monitoring & Reporting Requirements

• Engagement with Regulators, Boards & Senior Management

Day 4 – Practical Applications & Certification Exam

• Case Studies: Industry-specific Privacy Challenges (Banking, Health, FinTech, Public Sector, etc.)

• Building a Culture of Privacy in Organizations

• Mock Compliance Audits & Practical Exercises

• Preparation for CDPO Examination / Certification Assessment

Key Takeaways

• Holistic understanding of data protection regulations and standards.

• Practical skills to implement and monitor a data protection compliance program.

• Certification as a Data Protection Officer, enhancing professional credibility.

• Tools, templates, and frameworks for DPIA, breach management, and compliance reporting.

• Confidence to advise organizations on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation strategies.

• Networking opportunities with peers and industry experts.