Privacy Courses
Australian Privacy Law
Navigating the Privacy Law Reform
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Third Party Privacy Risk
Effectively mitigate risks associated with third-party data handling
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GDPR Essentials
Update your GDPR knowledge to safeguard your international business operations
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With significant law changes on the horizon, this course equips organisations with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively manage existing and new privacy obligations.
Module 1: Lawfulness, Fairness, Transparency, and Data Minimisation
- Overview of the foundational obligations of lawfulness, fairness, and transparency when collecting personal information.
- Importance of clear, fair, and lawful practices to build trust and meet regulatory standards.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Guidance on crafting compliant privacy notices and policies to meet these obligations.
Module 2: Purpose Limitation
- Detailed look at the obligation to restrict the use and disclosure of personal information to intended and declared purposes.
- Strategies for preventing “function creep” to avoid unintended data use and disclosure.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Establishing accountability mechanisms for transparent and fair information handling.
Module 3. Information Quality
- Understanding the obligation to keep information accurate and up to date.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: The role of data governance in enhancing information quality, practical steps to improve data accuracy, and consequences of poor data quality.
Module 4: AI and Automated Decision-Making
- New obligations surrounding transparency, explainability, and fairness in AI systems and automated decision making.
- Exploring the impact on individual rights in the context of AI-driven processes.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Steps to ensure compliance with AI regulations and alignment with data governance principles.
Module 5: Information Security
- Exploration of new standards and obligations for securing personal information.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Essential technical and organisational security measures for robust data protection.
Module 6: Data Retention and Disposal
- Overview of retention and disposal requirements to support data lifecycle management.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Practical guidance on implementing and updating data retention policies.
Module 7: Accountability
- Learn how to leverage data governance to manage privacy obligations compliance with Australian Privacy Principles to comply with APP 1.
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Key documentations required to demonstrate compliance with Australian Privacy Principles.
Module 8: Enforcement and Penalties
- Insights into enhanced regulatory powers, new civil and criminal penalties, and the implications of new privacy-related torts (e.g., invasion of privacy, doxxing).
- Privacy Compliance in Practice: Preparation and response strategies for organisational compliance with these evolving enforcement mechanisms.
These modules collectively provide a robust foundation for understanding privacy obligations and implementing effective, compliant privacy practices within regulated organisations.
Training Outcomes
With significant privacy law changes on the horizon, this course equips organisations with the knowledge and strategies needed to stay compliant, safeguard personal information, and built accountability mechanisms to enhance their privacy practices.
By the end of this course, participants will:
- develop understanding of foundational privacy obligations under Australian privacy law reform, including lawfulness, fairness, transparency, data minimisation, and purpose limitation, to ensure data collection practices that build customer trust and meet regulatory standards.
- understand data lifecycle management, including information quality and retention, disposal, and de-identification practices which are critical for privacy compliance in Australia.
- learn to integrate new transparency, explainability, and fairness obligations into AI and automated processes, safeguarding individual rights and aligning with new privacy obligations.
- learn how to develop effective documentation and accountability practices that demonstrate compliance with Australian Privacy Principles.
- be informed about new regulatory powers, civil and criminal penalties, and privacy-related torts, gaining practical skills to enhance compliance readiness .
This course empowers businesses to confidently transition to the new privacy framework, safeguarding personal information, enhancing compliance, and building trust with customers and stakeholders.
- Staff that access and manage personal information
- Lawyers, Risk and Compliance Professionals
- Executives and Decision Makers
- IT and Security Professionals
- Data Scientists and Analysts
- HR and Data Management Personnel
On-Site Training
Engage in Interactive, In-Person Learning
Our on-site training sessions provide the opportunity for hands-on, interactive learning tailored specifically to your organization’s needs. Delivered at your location, these sessions allow for real-time engagement and customisation based on your team’s unique challenges and goals.
Benefits:
- Personalised instruction and immediate feedback
- Customised content relevant to your organisation’s privacy practices
- Opportunities for team-building and collaborative problem-solving
Online Training
Convenient and Flexible Learning from Anywhere
Our online training options offer the flexibility to learn from any location, making it easier for your team to access high-quality education without disrupting their schedules.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate different time zones and work hours
- Access to training materials and resources from anywhere
- Interactive elements such as live Q&A sessions and discussion forums
Third Party Privacy Risk Course
This course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively reduce privacy risks when engaging with third-party vendors and partners.
Module 1: Introduction to Third-Party Privacy Risk Management
- Explore the privacy risks associated with third-party relationships and their potential impact on your organisation.
- Learn how to conduct risk assessments to identify and address third-party data protection vulnerabilities effectively.
Module 2: Implementing Compliance in Third-Party Relationships
- Vendor Evaluation and Privacy Risk Assessment: Understand how to evaluate a third-party vendor’s s for compliance with applicable privacy laws.
- Contractual Safeguards for Compliance: Identify key elements to include in vendor contracts, such as privacy clauses and data protection terms, to ensure legal compliance.
- Data Transfer Agreements and Protection Protocols: Develop robust data transfer agreements and establish data protection protocols to secure shared information.
- Ongoing Monitoring and Auditing: Learn best practices for ongoing monitoring and periodic audits to ensure third-party vendors maintain compliance.
Module 3: Cross-Border Transfers of Personal Information
- Data Transfer Mechanisms Under Australian Privacy Act: Review data transfer requirements and mechanisms for cross-border transfers of personal information under Australia’s Privacy Act (APP 8).
- Data Transfer Mechanisms Under GDPR: Understand data transfer mechanisms for cross-border data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Privacy Shield, Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs).
- Legal Safeguards and Contractual Protections: Explore legal safeguards and contractual measures that protect data security during international transfers.
- Assessing Regional Data Privacy Risks: Learn how to assess and mitigate the risks of transferring personal data to regions with differing privacy standards.
Module 4: Responding to Privacy Incidents Involving Third Parties
- Create effective procedures to address privacy breaches involving third-party vendors.
- Understand the requirements for data breach incident notifications and strategies to mitigate risks associated with data leaks.
Training Outcomes
This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively manage privacy risks when engaging with third-party vendors and partners.
- Risk Assessment Frameworks: Tools and techniques for assessing privacy risks associated with third-party engagements.
- Vendor Due Diligence: Best practices for conducting due diligence and evaluating third-party privacy practices.
- Contractual Safeguards: Designing and negotiating data protection clauses in vendor contracts.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Strategies for continuously monitoring third-party privacy practices and managing relationships.
- Regulatory Compliance: Overview of relevant privacy regulations and compliance requirements related to third-party engagements.
- Data Breach Incident Management: Procedures for handling privacy incidents involving third-party vendors and ensuring proper breach notification.
This course is designed for compliance officers, privacy professionals, IT security managers, risk management teams, and any individuals responsible for managing third-party relationships and ensuring privacy and data protection.
On-Site Training
Engage in Interactive, In-Person Learning
Our on-site training sessions provide the opportunity for hands-on, interactive learning tailored specifically to your organization’s needs. Delivered at your location, these sessions allow for real-time engagement and customisation based on your team’s unique challenges and goals.
Benefits:
- Personalised instruction and immediate feedback
- Customised content relevant to your organisation’s privacy practices
- Opportunities for team-building and collaborative problem-solving
Online Training
Convenient and Flexible Learning from Anywhere
Our online training options offer the flexibility to learn from any location, making it easier for your team to access high-quality education without disrupting their schedules.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate different time zones and work hours
- Access to training materials and resources from anywhere
- Interactive elements such as live Q&A sessions and discussion forums
GDPR Essentials: A Practical Guide to Compliance
The training focuses on the practical implications of GDPR for Australian organisations, providing the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complex international data landscape.
GDPR Essentials: A Practical Guide to Compliance
Module 1: Foundational Principles and Privacy Notices
Overview of the foundational obligations of lawfulness, fairness, and transparency providing practical guidance on creating GDPR compliant privacy notices and consent forms based on latest case law.
- Core GDPR Principles: Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
- Crafting Compliant Privacy Notices: A Practical Guide
- Understanding Consent Mechanisms and Legitimate Interests
- Differences to Australian Privacy Law
Module 2: Data Minimisation and Purpose Limitation
Detailed look at the obligation to restrict the use and disclosure of personal information to intended and declared purposes. Implementing internal accountability mechanisms to control function creep. GDPR case law.
- The Importance of Data Minimisation
- Restricting the Use and Disclosure of Personal Data
- Implementing Internal Accountability Mechanisms
- Differences to Australian Privacy Law
Module 3: Accountability and Data Processing Register
Learn how to create policies, data processing registers, and record keeping practices to demonstrate compliance with GDPR. Proactively incorporating privacy considerations into the design and development of products, services, and systems.
- Accountability Principle under GDPR
- Creating and maintaing Data Processing Registers
- Demonstrating Compliance through Effective Record-Keeping
- Differences to Australian Privacy Law
Module 4: Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
Learn when a DPIA is required under GDPR, how to identify high-risk processing activities, and the essential steps for conducting an effective assessment.
- Identifying High-Risk Processing Activities
- Conducting a privacy impact assessment and how to think about privacy risk vs privacy compliance
- Recommending controls, mitigating risks, and documenting findings
Module 5: Data Retention and Deletion
Highlights critical aspects of data retention, including legal and regulatory compliance, security risks, cost optimisation, and best practices for effective data management, drawing insights from relevant case law.
Module 6: AI, Automated Decision-Making, and Algorithmic Fairness
Understanding GDPR obligations for transparency, explainability, and fairness when using personal information in AI and automated decision-making processes. Case law and overlap with AI Act.
By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of GDPR and ensure compliance within your organisation.
Training Outcomes
This course provides a comprehensive overview of GDPR and its implications for Australian businesses. You’ll learn how to meet GDPR’s accountability obligations, conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments, and integrate privacy by design into your business processes. The course also covers the latest developments in AI, automated decision-making, and the EU AI Act. By the end of this course, you’ll be well-prepared to navigate the complex landscape of GDPR and ensure compliance within your organization.
- Staff that access and manage personal information
- Lawyers, Risk and Compliance Professionals
- Executives and Decision Makers
- IT and Security Professionals
- Data Scientists and Analysts
- HR and Data Management Personnel
On-Site Training
Engage in Interactive, In-Person Learning
Our on-site training sessions provide the opportunity for hands-on, interactive learning tailored specifically to your organization’s needs. Delivered at your location, these sessions allow for real-time engagement and customisation based on your team’s unique challenges and goals.
Benefits:
- Personalised instruction and immediate feedback
- Customised content relevant to your organisation’s privacy practices
- Opportunities for team-building and collaborative problem-solving
Online Training
Convenient and Flexible Learning from Anywhere
Our online training options offer the flexibility to learn from any location, making it easier for your team to access high-quality education without disrupting their schedules.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate different time zones and work hours
- Access to training materials and resources from anywhere
- Interactive elements such as live Q&A sessions and discussion forums
Why invest in Privacy Training?
Strengthen First Line of Defence
The privacy landscape is evolving and regular training ensures employees stay updated on the latest risks and compliance requirements. This proactive approach not only protects the organisation but also signals to clients and partners that privacy is a priority.
Regulatory Compliance
Regular training is not only best practice but a legal requirement under Australian privacy laws, GDPR, and is often mandated by contractual obligations with clients or suppliers.
Customer Trust
Privacy training ensures that employees know how to handle personal information, recognise data breach risks, and avoid common mistakes that lead to incidents. This in turn fosters customer trust and contributes to a positive brand image.
Reduced Risk of Data Breaches
Continuous privacy training enhances your organisation’s ability to respond to and recover from privacy incidents. By preparing employees to handle data breaches and compliance challenges effectively, the organisation builds resilience and agility.
Promotes Organisational Resilience
Privacy is a team sport. Continuous privacy training fosters a unified understanding of data privacy principles across all departments enabling a more integrated approach to managing data, privacy, and security risks.
Adapt to change
With privacy laws constantly evolving and data security risks on the rise, ongoing privacy training ensures employees remain up-to-date on regulatory changes and emerging threats. This proactive approach makes your organisation more adaptable in the face of evolving regulatory and technological changes.
Why Choose Privacy Academy?
Integrated Learning
Our training doesn’t just address privacy in isolation. Instead we teach it within the broader context of security and data risk.
Global Perspective
Our trainers are industry experts with extensive international experience in applying privacy laws.
Proven Success in Changing organisational Culture
Proven track record of improving privacy awareness and capabilities within banking and resource sector.
Practical Approach
Training programs are designed to be practical and actionable, ensuring your team can immediately apply what they learn.
Up to date content
Continuously updated training content and materials to reflect the latest trends, case law, and regulatory changes.
Industry Specific
Flexibility and customisation to provide in-depth coverage of industry-specific regulations such as CPS 230, CPS 234, and PCI DSS, ensuring that your training is both relevant and practical.