Evolution of data protection in Europe

The role of privacy in modern digital society

The role of privacy in modern digital society

Introduction to GDPR and its objectives

Key European data protection laws

Understanding data protection regulatory bodies

European Data Protection Board (EDPB) & Supervisory Authorities

Key terminologies in GDPR

Principles of personal data protection

Definition of personal data

Anonymous vs. pseudonymous data

Special categories of personal data

Processing of sensitive data under GDPR

Identifiability and its legal implications

Data minimization principles

The concept of purpose limitation

The importance of data accuracy and integrity

Definition of data controllers & processors

Responsibilities of controllers in GDPR compliance

Responsibilities of processors and third-party vendors

Joint controllers and their obligations

Data processing agreements (DPAs)

GDPR requirements for contract management

Role of sub-processors & their legal obligations

Accountability requirements for controllers and processors

Understanding data processing under GDPR

Principles of lawfulness, fairness, and transparency

Conditions for lawful processing of personal data

Processing based on consent: Rules & requirements

Processing based on contractual necessity

Legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing

Special legal bases for processing sensitive data

Data processing exemptions under GDPR

Right to be informed (Article 12-14)

Right of access (Article 15)

Right to rectification (Article 16)

Right to erasure (‘right to be forgotten’) (Article 17)

Understanding legal grounds for erasure requests

Exceptions to data deletion requests

Practical implementation of rectification requests

Impact of data subject rights on businesses

Right to data portability (Article 20)

Right to object (Article 21)

Rights in relation to automated decision-making & profiling (Article 22)

Practical implications for AI & machine learning

Balancing data subject rights vs. business interests

Managing data subject requests efficiently

Role of Data Protection Officers (DPO) in handling requests

Case studies on data subject rights enforcement

Transparency obligations in GDPR

Privacy notices and policies – best practices

Providing information in a concise, transparent, and accessible form

Timing of information provision obligations

Layered privacy notices and their effectiveness

Managing transparency obligations in digital services

Real-world examples of GDPR-compliant privacy policies

Misleading privacy notices and enforcement risks

Restrictions on data transfers outside the EEA

Adequacy decisions & recognized safe countries

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) for multinational companies

Derogations for specific situations

Schrems II ruling and its impact on data transfers

Role of encryption in cross-border data transfers

Managing third-country vendor compliance

GDPR security obligations for controllers and processors

Technical and organizational security measures

Importance of encryption & pseudonymization

Implementing data access control mechanisms

Data breach prevention best practices

Business continuity and disaster recovery under GDPR

Third-party security risks in data processing

Legal implications of security breaches

Definition of a personal data breach under GDPR

Steps in identifying a data breach

Breach notification requirements under Article 33

Communication to data subjects under Article 34

Record-keeping obligations for data breaches

Role of DPO in data breach response

Case studies on major GDPR data breaches

Lessons learned from enforcement actions

The concept of accountability in GDPR

Data protection management systems (DPMS)

Role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Data protection impact assessments (DPIAs)

Privacy by design and privacy by default principles

Record of processing activities (ROPA)

Implementing GDPR compliance programs

Best practices for maintaining accountability

Role of supervisory authorities under GDPR

Investigative powers of Data Protection Authorities (DPAs)

Administrative fines and penalties for noncompliance

Role of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB)

European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) and its mandate

Remedies and legal actions under GDPR

Appeals against DPA decisions

High-profile GDPR enforcement cases

GDPR compliance for small & medium businesses (SMEs)

Privacy considerations in HR & employee data processing

GDPR compliance in marketing & advertising

Handling data in financial services & banking

Health data processing and GDPR challenges

GDPR & IoT – implications for connected devices

Privacy risks in social media and online platforms

GDPR and AI – balancing innovation & compliance

Security obligations for controllers and processors

Encryption, pseudonymization, and anonymization under GDPR

Implementing appropriate technical and organizational measures

Data protection by design and by default – real-world applications

Data breach response planning – key steps and best practices

Notification obligations: informing supervisory authorities and data subjects

Handling third-party data breaches – vendor risk management

Case studies of real GDPR data breaches and lessons learned

The principle of accountability in GDPR compliance

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) – when and how to conduct them

Maintaining Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) – controller vs. processor responsibilities

Data Protection Officer (DPO) – role, responsibilities, and qualifications

GDPR documentation requirements – policies, procedures, and templates

Conducting GDPR audits – internal and external approaches

Supervisory authorities and their role in GDPR enforcement

Handling compliance audits and regulatory investigations

The role of supervisory authorities and their powers under GDPR

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) – functions and responsibilities

The role of the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS)

GDPR enforcement actions – types of penalties and corrective measures

Legal remedies available to individuals and organizations

High-profile GDPR fines – case studies and analysis

Handling GDPR complaints and disputes

Strategies for ensuring long-term GDPR compliance

Introduction to the CIPP/E exam structure and format

GDPR scope, territorial applicability, and material applicability

The six GDPR processing principles

Lawful bases for processing personal data

Special category data and lawful processing conditions

Concept of consent under GDPR (validity, withdrawal, and documentation)

Data minimization and storage limitation

GDPR compliance obligations for organizations

Right to be informed & transparency requirements

Right of access and how organizations handle data requests

Right to rectification and conditions for data correction

Right to erasure (right to be forgotten) and exceptions

Right to data portability – obligations & challenges

Right to object – processing restrictions and exemptions

Rights in automated decision-making and profiling

Handling data subject requests efficiently

The concept of accountability and its role in GDPR compliance

Data Protection Officer (DPO) – roles, requirements, and responsibilities

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) – when and how to conduct them

Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) and documentation requirements

Privacy by design and privacy by default – best practices

Role of supervisory authorities & enforcement mechanisms

GDPR penalties and real-world enforcement cases

Reviewing real-life GDPR noncompliance cases and lessons learned

Understanding cross-border data transfers and restrictions

Adequacy decisions and recognized “safe” jurisdictions

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) – implementation and updates

Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) – global compliance strategy

Impact of Schrems II ruling and transfer risk assessments

Security obligations for controllers and processors

Data breach notification requirements – internal and regulatory reporting

Real-world case studies on international data transfer violations

Simulated full-length CIPP/E mock test (time-limited)

Analysis of correct answers & explanations

Reviewing incorrect answers – identifying knowledge gaps

Understanding tricky exam questions and wording

Common mistakes in answering multiple-choice questions

Exam time management strategies – answering efficiently

Stress management techniques for exam day

Open Q&A session on unclear exam topics

Simulated CIPP/E mock test 2 (time-limited)

Answer review – understanding correct and incorrect responses

Handling difficult GDPR scenarios in exam questions

Techniques for identifying the “best” answer choice

Legal interpretations – understanding the exam’s perspective

Reviewing GDPR case studies & applying them to questions

Common GDPR misunderstandings & how to avoid them

Strategies for last-minute revision & prioritizing key topics

Summary of GDPR key concepts and principles

Exam scoring breakdown – what to expect on test day

Final checklist of must-know topics before the exam

Reviewing personal weak areas & focusing on improvement

Discussing challenging GDPR concepts in a group setting

Exam-day strategies – avoiding last-minute panic

Mindset and confidence-building exercises

Open Q&A session – addressing remaining doubts before the exam