Training course on Data Protection and Privacy Regulations (GDPR, CCPA)

Module 1: Foundations of Data Protection and Privacy
Overview:
This module introduces participants to the fundamental principles, historical context, and evolution of data protection and privacy laws.
Key Focus Areas:
Evolution of privacy regulations: from the EU Data Protection Directive to GDPR and CCPA
Core definitions: personal data, processing, consent, and data subject rights
Global privacy landscape and convergence of data protection frameworks
The accountability principle and the role of privacy by design and by default
Ethical implications of data protection and the balance between innovation and privacy
Learning Outcome:
Participants will gain foundational knowledge of global privacy principles and the rationale behind modern data protection frameworks.

Module 2: Understanding GDPR and CCPA Frameworks
Overview:
This module provides an in-depth analysis of the structure, requirements, and obligations of GDPR and CCPA, comparing their similarities and
differences.
Key Focus Areas:
Scope and applicability of GDPR and CCPA (territorial, personal, and material)
Key GDPR principles: lawfulness, fairness, transparency, purpose limitation, and data minimization
CCPA principles: consumer rights, notice, opt-out, and non-discrimination
Roles and responsibilities of data controllers, processors, and service providers
Case studies on enforcement actions and penalties under GDPR and CCPA
Learning Outcome:
Participants will be able to interpret and apply GDPR and CCPA requirements within their organizational context.

Module 3: Data Subject Rights and Organizational Responsibilities
Overview:
This module explores the mechanisms for ensuring the protection of data subject rights and outlines organizational compliance duties.
Key Focus Areas:
Data subject rights: access, rectification, erasure, portability, restriction, and objection
Responding to data subject access requests (DSARs)
Managing consumer opt-out and deletion requests under CCPA
Consent management frameworks and lawful bases for processing data
Establishing governance structures for privacy compliance (DPO role, training, and reporting)
Learning Outcome:
Participants will learn to operationalize data subject rights and embed privacy accountability across business processes.

Module 4: Data Governance, Risk Management, and Breach Response
Overview:
This module focuses on building resilient data governance systems and preparing organizations for potential data breaches.
Key Focus Areas:
Building a data inventory and mapping personal data flows
Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
Risk identification, mitigation, and control mechanisms
Data breach detection, notification, and reporting obligations under GDPR and CCPA
Documentation and evidence for compliance audits
Learning Outcome:
Participants will develop skills to identify privacy risks, manage compliance documentation, and respond effectively to data incidents.

Module 5: Cross-Border Data Transfers and Building a Compliance Culture
Overview:
The final module focuses on international data transfers, organizational culture, and long-term compliance sustainability.
Key Focus Areas:
Mechanisms for lawful international data transfers: Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs), and adequacy decisions
Compliance with global privacy frameworks beyond GDPR and CCPA (e.g., CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA)
Embedding privacy into corporate governance and organizational culture
Developing internal policies, staff training, and continuous compliance monitoring
Preparing for audits, certifications, and privacy maturity assessments
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand how to operationalize cross-border compliance and sustain a privacy-first organizational culture.