Awareness: GDPR Courses

What is the GDPR?

'GDPR' stands for 'General Data Protection Regulation'. It is an EU regulation that addresses the transfer and storage of data in and outside the European Union and the European Economic Area.

The GDPR applies to any organization in or outside the EU that stores or transfers data from within the EU. It also applies to individuals, unless they utilize data solely for 'domestic or personal activity'.

In short, any business from a self-employed trader to an international conglomerate can find GDPR applies to them.

What is Awareness: GDPR course useful for?

The General Data Protection Regulation is shaping policies and practices not only in IT, but throughout virtually every department in organizations across the world. This course will explain the GDPR in simple terms, equipping you to make effective decisions and collaborate with GDPR compliance officers to ensure your business is toeing the line.

With the GDPR applying to all organizations which utilize EU data, qualified data protection officers are in extremely high demand. According to Glassdoor, data protection officers in the UK can earn between £29,000 and over £89,000, while in the US they can earn up to $150,000 according to Medium.

Who should take Awareness: GDPR course?

All organizations which work with data from EU citizens can benefit from studying the GDPR. GDPR training can also offer help data protection officers and IT managers to take on more responsibilities and earn higher-paying roles.

The GDPR is highly compatible with COBIT 2019, a framework dedicated to aligning business and IT goals. It can also be complemented by frameworks like ITIL 4, which prioritize compliance.

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