Data Governance, Privacy & Compliance

Training Modules & Courses

Data Governance, Privacy & Compliance (GDPR, Data Protection, Risk Controls)

Overview

This module equips organizations with the knowledge and skills to manage data responsibly, ensure privacy, and meet compliance requirements. Participants learn how to implement data governance frameworks, protect personal and sensitive information, and apply risk controls to reduce exposure to data breaches and regulatory penalties.

Who This Module Is For

Data managers and IT professionals
Compliance and risk officers
Operations and records management teams
HR and administrative staff handling personal data

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

Understand key data governance concepts and principles
Identify types of personal and sensitive data
Implement data privacy and protection measures
Apply regulatory compliance requirements (including GDPR)
Establish risk controls and data management policies

Key Topics Covered

Explore the essential data governance, privacy, and compliance topics that help organizations protect data, manage risk, and meet regulatory requirements.

Data Governance Fundamentals

Understand the principles of data governance and how structured data management supports compliance, accountability, and organizational control.

Data Classification and Ownership

Learn how to identify, classify, and assign ownership to personal, sensitive, and business-critical data across the organization.

Data Privacy Principles (Including GDPR)

Explore core data privacy principles and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and applicable African data protection laws.

Data Protection Techniques (Encryption, Access Controls)

Gain practical knowledge of technical and administrative controls used to safeguard data against unauthorized access and breaches.

Data Retention and Disposal

Learn how to define retention periods and securely dispose of data in line with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Compliance and Audit Readiness

Understand how to prepare for regulatory audits and assessments by establishing policies, documentation, and compliance controls.

Data Breach Response and Reporting

Learn how to respond effectively to data breaches, including incident handling, notification obligations, and regulatory reporting procedures.

Delivery Mode Options

Choose the learning format that best suits your needs, whether it’s in-person, on-site, online, or a blended approach, to ensure flexible and effective training for your team.

Campus-Based (In-Person) Training
Client-Site (On-Site) Training
Online Learning (LMS-Enabled)
Blended Learning

Duration Options

Select from flexible training durations to suit your organization’s schedule and learning objectives, ranging from focused 2-day sessions to in-depth multi-day workshops.

- 2–3 Days (Awareness & Basic Governance)
- 4–6 Days (Implementation & Compliance Readiness)
- Custom Duration (Based on organizational needs)

Value to the Organization

This module helps organizations protect sensitive data, reduce the risk of data breaches, and comply with privacy regulations. By establishing strong governance and data protection practices, organizations can build trust with customers, improve operational control, and avoid regulatory penalties.

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Billbrain Institute of Technology (BIT)

Billbrain Institute of Technology is a subsidiary of Billbrain Technologies established to shape the future of technology education and innovation. Through full academic programmes, short professional courses, and applied research.

Our Aim

Nurturing the next generation of technology leaders by delivering a guided, industry-relevant curriculum enriched with hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world engagement.