Personal data protection has become a top priority in the digital age, where data is one of the most valuable assets collected and processed by businesses and organizations worldwide. In this context, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) established by the European Union represents one of the most robust legislations aimed at ensuring the protection of personal data for citizens.

The Personal Data Protection in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course by The British Academy for Training and Development is a comprehensive program designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and implement the GDPR in organizations. Participants will learn how to ensure compliance with the regulation, safeguard data privacy, and protect against potential breaches that could affect individuals.

Who Should Attend?

• Data protection officers within companies and organizations.
• Lawyers and consultants working in the field of data protection.
• Compliance officers dealing with data protection laws.
• IT managers who need to understand how to implement GDPR in their environments.
• Anyone interested in learning how to protect personal data and comply with GDPR regulations.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the concepts and basics of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
• Learn how to apply the core principles of data protection within organizations.
• Understand individuals' rights under GDPR and how to implement them.
• Learn how to process personal data in a lawful and secure manner.
• Understand how to create policies and procedures for GDPR compliance.
• Learn how to report data breaches and comply with reporting requirements.

• Basic Concepts in Data Protection

  • Definition of personal data and its importance.
  • Differences between personal data and sensitive data.
  • An overview of global data protection legislation.

• Introduction to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • History and enactment of GDPR.
  • Goals and significance of GDPR in data protection.
  • Relationship between GDPR and national/international laws.

• Core Principles of GDPR

  • Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency.
  • Purpose limitation principle.
  • Data minimization and data protection principles.

• The Right to Information and Access to Data

  • Individuals' rights to information about data processing.
  • How to handle data access requests.
  • Timeframes and procedures for responding to access requests.

• The Right to Rectification and the Right to Erasure

  • Correcting inaccurate personal data.
  • The right to erase data: the “right to be forgotten.”
  • Exceptions to the right of erasure.

• The Right to Object and the Right to Data Portability

  • How individuals can object to data processing.
  • Implementing the right to data portability.
  • When organizations can refuse objections from individuals.

• Designating a Data Protection Officer (DPO)

  • Definition and role of the Data Protection Officer.
  • Legal requirements for appointing a DPO.
  • DPO responsibilities in ensuring GDPR compliance.

• Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

  • When and how to conduct a Data Protection Impact Assessment.
  • Assessing risks that could affect individuals' rights.
  • How to implement safeguards to mitigate identified risks.

• Compliance Procedures and Internal Policy Development

  • Creating data protection policies within organizations.
  • The importance of ongoing employee training in data protection.
  • Documenting compliance efforts and data processing activities.

• Types of Personal Data and How to Process It

  • Identifiable data and sensitive data types.
  • Lawful ways to collect personal data.
  • Security safeguards during data processing.

• Encryption and Data Security Techniques

  • Using encryption to protect personal data.
  • Securing stored and transmitted data.
  • Access control mechanisms for personal data.

• Cross-Border Data Transfers

  • Transferring personal data outside the EU.
  • Security requirements for international data transfers.
  • Exemptions and conditions for cross-border data transfers.

• Reporting Data Breaches

  • Requirements for reporting data breaches to the relevant authorities.
  • Time limits for reporting incidents.
  • The process of notifying individuals affected by the breach.

• Internal Reporting and Corrective Actions

  • How to create internal breach reports.
  • Corrective actions to take after a data breach.
  • The role of the DPO in investigating and taking appropriate action.

• Preventive Measures for Data Breaches

  • The importance of cybersecurity training in preventing breaches.
  • Strengthening data security with advanced protection techniques.
  • Developing an emergency response plan for data-related crises.

• Creating a Full Compliance Plan

  • Steps to implement a comprehensive GDPR compliance plan.
  • Defining responsibilities and organizing compliance teams.
  • Integrating compliance efforts into daily business operations.

• Monitoring and Ensuring Continuous Compliance

  • Using tools and systems to monitor GDPR compliance.
  • Conducting regular audits of data protection practices.
  • The importance of periodic reviews of policies and practices.

• Documentation and Record-Keeping for Compliance

  • Requirements for documenting data processing activities and retention records.
  • How to maintain compliance records in accordance with GDPR.
  • Ensuring that data processing logs are integrated with legal policies.