Training on Complete Data Protection and Privacy
Gain hands-on expertise in GDPR, HIPAA & privacy compliance with our Complete Data Protection & Privacy Course.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides a practical foundation in data protection, privacy regulations, and compliance strategies. Participants will gain an understanding of global privacy frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and local data laws, along with tools for risk assessment, data governance, and incident response. Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will learn how to protect personal and organizational data while ensuring compliance with evolving legal and ethical standards.
Duration
5 days
Who Should Attend
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Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
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Compliance & Legal Officers
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IT & Cybersecurity Professionals
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HR & Records Managers
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Business Leaders handling sensitive data
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NGO & Government program managers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand global and local data protection laws (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
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Design and implement effective data governance frameworks.
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Conduct privacy impact assessments and manage compliance risks.
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Respond to data breaches with structured incident management.
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Embed privacy by design into business operations.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy
- Principles and foundations of data protection and privacy
- Understanding personal, sensitive, and confidential data
- Overview of global frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and other privacy regulations
- Rights of data subjects and organizational responsibilities
- Importance of privacy and trust in the digital environment
- Case Study: Data privacy challenges in modern organizations
Module 2: Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Global, regional, and sector specific privacy laws and regulations
- Organizational obligations for compliance and accountability
- Cross border data transfers and international compliance challenges
- Regulatory enforcement, penalties, and compliance risks
- Building effective compliance management systems
- Case Study: Lessons from major GDPR compliance failures
- Practical: Develop a compliance checklist for a data driven organization
Module 3: Data Governance and Risk Management
- Data classification and lifecycle management principles
- Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
- Identifying and mitigating privacy and data security risks
- Data governance frameworks and accountability structures
- Strengthening organizational data protection practices
- Practical: Conduct a Privacy Impact Assessment for a sample organization
- Case Study: Managing privacy risks in digital systems
Module 4: Incident Response and Breach Management
- Detecting, investigating, and responding to data breaches
- Incident response planning and breach management procedures
- Legal and regulatory breach notification obligations
- Crisis communication during privacy and security incidents
- Strengthening organizational resilience against cyber threats
- Case Study: Real world data breach incidents and response lessons
- Practical: Develop a data breach response and communication plan
Module 5: Privacy by Design and Future Trends
- Embedding privacy into systems, processes, and technologies
- Privacy considerations in Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, and IoT
- Emerging global trends and future privacy regulations
- Ethical considerations in data collection and processing
- Building sustainable and privacy focused digital systems
- Practical: Draft a data protection and privacy policy
- Case Study: Organizations implementing privacy by design successfully
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Strengthens compliance with data privacy laws and standards.
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Reduces risks of data breaches and financial penalties.
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Builds a culture of responsible data handling.
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Enhances trust with clients, employees, and stakeholders.
Individual Impact
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Develop expertise in privacy frameworks and compliance.
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Gain hands-on skills in data protection and risk management.
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Build credibility as a certified data privacy professional.
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Enhance career opportunities in compliance, IT, and legal roles.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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