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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTODG679

Training on Data Governance & Data Protection

Learn how to implement data governance frameworks, protect sensitive data, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

In today’s data-driven world, organizations collect, process, and store vast amounts of information. Proper data governance and data protection are essential to ensure data accuracy, security, privacy, and regulatory compliance. Without clear governance frameworks, organizations risk data breaches, regulatory penalties, and poor decision-making due to unreliable data.

This course equips participants with practical knowledge and tools to establish effective data governance frameworks, protect sensitive information, and comply with data protection regulations. The programme covers data lifecycle management, privacy policies, risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategies for safeguarding organizational data assets.

Participants will learn how to design governance policies, implement data protection measures, and promote responsible data management practices across organizations.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Data managers and data stewards

  • IT and information security professionals

  • Compliance and risk management officers

  • Data protection officers (DPOs)

  • Business analysts and IT managers responsible for data systems

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

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

  • Understand principles and frameworks of data governance

  • Implement policies for data quality, security, and management

  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations

  • Identify and mitigate data privacy and security risks

  • Manage the data lifecycle effectively from collection to disposal

  • Develop organizational strategies for protecting sensitive data

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Foundations of Data Governance

  • Introduction to data governance concepts and frameworks

  • Importance of data governance in modern organizations

  • Roles and responsibilities in data governance (data owners, stewards, custodians)

  • Data governance structures and policies

  • Case Study: Data governance implementation in large organizations


Module 2: Data Protection Principles & Regulations

  • Understanding data protection laws and regulations

  • Privacy principles and compliance requirements

  • Data protection frameworks and international standards

  • Rights of data subjects and privacy management

  • Practical Exercise: Identifying data protection risks


Module 3: Data Lifecycle Management & Data Quality

  • Data collection, storage, processing, and disposal

  • Data classification and sensitivity levels

  • Ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and consistency

  • Data quality monitoring and improvement strategies

  • Practical : Designing a data lifecycle management plan


Module 4: Data Security & Risk Management

  • Protecting data against unauthorized access and breaches

  • Data encryption and secure data storage

  • Access control and authentication systems

  • Risk assessment and incident management

  • Case Study: Managing data breaches and privacy incidents


Module 5: Implementing Data Governance Strategies

  • Developing data governance frameworks and policies

  • Building a data governance culture within organizations

  • Monitoring compliance and performance metrics

  • Emerging trends in data governance and privacy

  • Final Workshop: Developing a data governance and data protection strategy

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

  • Improved understanding of data governance frameworks

  • Enhanced ability to manage and protect organizational data

  • Practical knowledge of data protection regulations and compliance

  • Strengthened skills in risk management and privacy protection

Organizational Impact

  • Improved data quality and reliability for decision-making

  • Enhanced protection of sensitive organizational data

  • Reduced risk of regulatory penalties and data breaches

  • Strengthened compliance with data protection laws

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.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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Yes, it provides practical guidance on designing and implementing governance structures

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Data Governance & Data Protection in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.