Data Protection and Privacy
Technical and legal approaches to safeguarding sensitive information
Data Protection and Privacy
Master the technical and legal frameworks for safeguarding sensitive information
Course Overview
Explore the technical and legal aspects of data protection, focusing on implementing privacy-by-design principles and compliance with global regulations. This 6-week course provides practical knowledge on how to implement effective data protection measures, navigate complex compliance requirements, and build privacy-conscious systems.
Next Cohort
- Start Date: November 5th, 2026
- Format: Available in instructor-led online, self-paced, and in-person formats
- Prerequisites: Basic understanding of information technology concepts, familiarity with data management
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Privacy Fundamentals and Legal Frameworks (Week 1)
- Evolution of privacy concepts and concerns
- Key global privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, etc.)
- Privacy principles and frameworks
- Rights of data subjects
- Organizational responsibilities and accountability
- Jurisdictional considerations
Module 2: Privacy by Design and Data Governance (Week 2)
- Privacy by Design principles and implementation
- Data classification and mapping
- Data minimization and purpose limitation
- Retention policies and data lifecycle management
- Privacy governance structures
- Implementing accountability measures
Module 3: Technical Privacy Controls (Week 3)
- Pseudonymization and anonymization techniques
- Encryption fundamentals and implementation
- Access controls and authentication
- Database privacy controls
- Privacy in APIs and microservices
- Privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs)
Module 4: Privacy Impact Assessment and Risk Management (Week 4)
- Privacy risk assessment methodologies
- Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Legitimate interest assessments
- Vendor privacy assessment
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Documentation and evidence collection
Module 5: Data Breach Prevention and Response (Week 5)
- Common causes of data breaches
- Technical safeguards against breaches
- Building a data breach response plan
- Notification requirements and timelines
- Post-breach remediation
- Lessons learned and continuous improvement
Module 6: Privacy Program Implementation and Case Studies (Week 6)
- Building a privacy program
- Privacy awareness and training
- Privacy in emerging technologies (AI, IoT, Blockchain)
- International data transfers
- Real-world case studies and lessons
- Future trends in privacy protection
- Capstone project: Designing a privacy program
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Interpret and apply key privacy regulations in practical contexts
- Implement Privacy by Design principles in systems and processes
- Apply technical privacy controls to protect sensitive data
- Conduct privacy impact assessments and manage privacy risks
- Develop effective data breach prevention and response strategies
- Build and maintain a comprehensive privacy program
- Evaluate privacy implications of new technologies and systems
Instructors
Our instructors are experienced privacy professionals with backgrounds in both technical implementation and legal compliance, bringing a well-rounded perspective to this multidisciplinary field.
Assessment and Certification
- Weekly practical assignments and case studies
- Privacy impact assessment project
- Technical implementation exercises
- Data breach simulation exercise
- Final capstone project: Privacy program design
- Industry-recognized course completion certificate
Resources
- Comprehensive course materials and reference guides
- Privacy assessment templates and tools
- Technical implementation guides
- Regulatory guidance documents
- Community forum for discussion and networking
- Office hours with instructors for personalized support
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