Data Governance, Privacy, and Compliance with GDPR

The Facebook–Cambridge Analytica scandal exposed severe failures in protecting the personal data of millions of users worldwide. Combined with the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)—the most comprehensive data protection regulation ever enacted—this event highlighted the critical importance of Data Governance, Privacy, and Data Protection for organizations across all sectors.

As cyber security threats continue to escalate globally, organizations face unprecedented pressure to act decisively to safeguard personal data, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect institutional reputation.

GDPR represents the most significant shift in data protection legislation in Europe in decades. Due to its extraterritorial scope, organizations across the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and other regions may be required to comply with GDPR even if they are not physically based in Europe. As global data protection regulations continue to expand, organizations must implement robust governance, privacy, and security frameworks to manage personal data effectively.

Failure to comply with GDPR exposes organizations to severe regulatory, financial, and reputational risks, including fines of up to EUR 20 million or 4% of global annual turnover, whichever is higher. Beyond financial penalties, non-compliance may result in regulatory investigations, sanctions, civil claims, class actions, and potential criminal liability.

This HighPoint Center (HPC) Data Governance, Privacy with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Masterclass provides a structured, practical, and globally aligned approach to addressing these challenges.

This HighPoint Center (HPC) training course is designed for professionals involved in governance, compliance, technology, and risk, including:

• Senior leaders and professionals seeking expertise in data governance, privacy, cyber security, and ISO standards
• IT systems management and information security personnel
• Legal, risk management, HR, procurement, and compliance professionals
• Managers transitioning into data governance, privacy, and information security roles
• Business analysts, senior managers, risk and audit managers, legal advisors, and technical managers
• Project management and business transformation professionals

Day One – Data Governance

• Introduction to Data Governance Principles
• Regulatory, Legal, Audit, and Compliance Challenges
• Data Maturity Assessments
• Knowledge, Document, Records, and Content Management
• Information Governance Roles and Responsibilities

Day Two – GDPR and Privacy

• GDPR Principles and Global Privacy Standards
• Cross-Border Data Transfers
• Privacy Policies and Procedures
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
• Action Planning, Training, and Awareness

Day Three – Project Implementation and Training

• Data Governance Project Planning and Controls
• Risk and Issue Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Communication, Awareness, and Training Strategies
• Best Practices and Case Studies

Day Four – Systems and IT Applications

• Data Governance and Information Management Systems
• Privacy and Compliance Tools
• Data Protection Audits and Retention Controls
• Cyber and Information Security
• Records and Document Management

Day Five – Case Studies and Workshops

• Developing Organizational Action Plans
• Future Trends in Data Governance and Privacy
• Regional and Global Case Studies
• Final Review and Interactive Workshops
• Questions and Answers