Mastering GDPR Compliance

Data Privacy, Security & Legal Obligations

Course Overview

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the EU’s cornerstone legislation for personal data protection and privacy. Enforced since May 2018, GDPR gives individuals control over how their data is collected, used, and stored—placing strict responsibilities on organizations handling personal information.

This course offers a structured and detailed guide to understanding and applying GDPR principles in real-world settings, whether you’re a data controller, processor, compliance officer, or part of a legal or IT team.

What You Will Learn

🔹 Introduction to GDPR

Gain a clear understanding of the GDPR’s scope, purpose, and legal basis. Learn who it applies to, what constitutes personal data, and the foundational concepts of data protection under EU law.

🔹 Key Principles of GDPR

Explore the 7 core principles that guide lawful data processing:

• Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency

• Purpose limitation

• Data minimization

• Accuracy

• Storage limitation

• Integrity and confidentiality

• Accountability

🔹 Rights of Data Subjects

Understand the enhanced rights provided to individuals:

• Right of Access

• Right to Rectification

• Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

• Right to Restriction of Processing

• Right to Data Portability

• Right to Object

• Right not to be subject to automated decision-making

🔹 Controllers and Processors: Duties & Accountability

Differentiate between controllers and processors, and understand your role and obligations under GDPR. Learn how to document processing activities, manage third-party relationships, and implement appropriate security measures.

🔹 Data Breach Management

Know how to detect, report, and respond to data breaches. Learn the 72-hour notification rule and how to assess the risk to data subjects.

🔹 Appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Understand the criteria for appointing a DPO and their key responsibilities, including conducting DPIAs (Data Protection Impact Assessments) and serving as a point of contact with regulatory authorities.

🔹 International Data Transfers

Explore the rules around transferring personal data outside the EU/EEA. Learn about adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses (SCCs), and binding corporate rules (BCRs).

🔹 Exemptions and Special Categories

Review conditions under which GDPR exemptions apply—such as for national security, legal proceedings, or historical and scientific research.

🔹 Enforcement and Penalties

Understand the GDPR’s enforcement mechanisms, including investigations, corrective measures, and administrative fines of up to €20 million or 4% of annual global turnover.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Compliance and Risk Professionals

• Data Protection Officers

• Legal and HR Personnel

• IT Security Specialists

• Business Owners handling EU data

Why Choose ABM Digital Training?

• Developed by industry-leading compliance experts

• Practical examples, case studies, and quizzes

• Aligned with real-world regulatory expectations

• Ideal for firms operating within or serving the EU