Description
In the era of big data, how organizations manage, secure, and govern their data has never been more important. Data Governance and Compliance Essentials provides a practical foundation in the policies, standards, and frameworks used to ensure data is accurate, secure, and compliant with legal and ethical standards. You’ll explore core principles of data governance, including data stewardship, data ownership, and metadata management. The course also dives into critical regulatory frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA, and explains how they impact data handling, storage, and sharing practices. Through real-world case studies, you’ll examine how data breaches happen and how organizations can mitigate risk through controls, audits, and security protocols. You’ll also gain hands-on knowledge in building a data governance strategy and implementing compliance initiatives at scale. Whether you’re a data professional, compliance officer, or manager, this course will prepare you to handle sensitive information with integrity and align your organization with global standards.
Nazifi –
Excellent introduction to global data regulations and governance best practices. The instructor made technical content accessible and engaging. I now recommend it to all our new privacy interns.
Idayat –
This course was exactly what I needed to understand data governance frameworks and regulatory expectations. It helped me contribute confidently to our company’s compliance strategy.
Okwudili –
Great blend of policy, process, and technology. This course helped me bridge the gap between data teams and our compliance officers. A must for anyone working with sensitive data.
Veronica –
The course breaks down complex compliance topics into digestible modules. I especially liked the sections on accountability models and data stewardship—very practical!
Shaibu –
Well-structured and clear! It covered everything from GDPR to internal policy creation. I appreciated the real-world examples and checklists I could apply immediately.