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Course Outline

Introduction to DPIA

  • Definition and purpose under GDPR and related legislation
  • Legal obligations and regulatory expectations
  • Core terminology: processing, risk, mitigation, and impact

Determining the Need for a DPIA

  • Activities involving high-risk data processing
  • Examples: profiling, surveillance, and large-scale data utilization
  • Pre-screening checklists and risk thresholds

DPIA Framework and Lifecycle

  • Phases of a DPIA: preparation, assessment, consultation, and documentation
  • Roles and responsibilities: DPO, data controller, and data processor
  • Stakeholder engagement and transparency

Executing the DPIA

  • Mapping data flows, subjects, and assets
  • Methods for identifying and evaluating risks
  • Developing mitigations and safeguards

Documentation and Reporting

  • Structure of a DPIA report
  • Templates, checklists, and illustrative entries
  • Communicating findings to management and regulatory authorities

Integration with Governance and Privacy by Design

  • Embedding DPIA within project management and change control processes
  • Aligning with overarching data protection strategies
  • Establishing a continuous DPIA review process

Case Studies and Practical Exercises

  • Sample DPIAs from healthcare, finance, and the public sector
  • Group exercises and peer review sessions
  • Q&A with the instructor regarding specific use cases

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational grasp of data privacy concepts and compliance duties
  • Working knowledge of GDPR or comparable data protection regulations

Target Audience

  • Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
  • Professionals in compliance and risk management
  • IT specialists and legal advisors involved in privacy impact analyses
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