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All businesses use personal data gathered from customers, suppliers and colleagues in some way or another. It is in the interest of our companies and organisations to protect this data and keep it confidential in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that came into force on the 25th of May 2018.
The GDPR manages how our business and/or organisations use personal data, how they may collect the data, the situations in which they are permitted to use them, and for how long they can retain them. Moreover, the GDPR enhances the rights of individuals by furthering the rights associated with individuals’ personal data. It also covers the portability of data from one firm to another and encourages businesses to set up processes and products in a safe and proportional way. Penalties for non-compliance can be severe including significant fines and reputational damages.
This course will provide an insight and explanation on the legal aspects of the GDPR and the requirements according to the Regulation that the organisations must have in place for their compliance.
Training Objectives
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
- Understand the basic Definitions of the GDPR
- Comprehend theneeds for businesses and organisations defined in the GDPR
- Define what are personal data according to the GDPR
- Acknowledge the importance of compliance with the GDPR
- Understand the basic principles of GDPR compliance
Training Outline
- Introduction to the GDPR
- Main Definitions of the Regulation
- What is Personal Data?
- Territorial and Material scope of the GDPR
- Basic principles of being GDPR Compliant
Who Should Attend
The programme is ideal for non-privacy professionals of all disciplines, levels and industry sectors.
Training Style
The programme is designed to deliver knowledge and enhance participants’ knowledge about the GDPR via short lectures, case-studies and practical examples. Most of the training’s time will be invested in analysing the basic principles of the GDPR that will help participants understand how to solve basic data problems in their businesses and organisations.
CPD Recognition
This programme may be approved for up to 5 CPD units in GDPR. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.
The Cyprus Bar Association (CyBAR) has confirmed that this programme is accredited for 5 CPD units.
In-house Training
For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.
