UAE

Data Protection Officer Certificate

A comprehensive qualification for Data Protection Officers in the UAE

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UAE Data Protection Officer Certificate

A comprehensive qualification for Data Protection Officers in the UAE

The UAE has rapidly advanced in data privacy law with the new Federal Data Protection Law (Federal Decree Law No. 45/2021) and updates to the DIFC and ADGM data protection regulations. These laws also impact the UAE’s drive to integrate AI into various sectors to deliver efficiencies. Understanding them is crucial for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and compliance professionals as AI deployment presents unique data privacy and security challenges.

Our UAE Data Protection Officer Certificate equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the UAE's data protection landscape and ensure compliance in an AI-driven world. Gain expertise in, amongst other things, interpreting data protection principles in practical contexts, drafting privacy notices, conducting DPIAs, and reporting data breaches. The course also covers recent AI advancements and their implications for data protection, preparing you for the evolving landscape.

Experience practical, engaging workshops that blend theory with hands-on application using real-world case studies. Our curriculum is designed to help you map your learning journey and acquire the skills needed for your role. Benefit from comprehensive learning materials, personal tutor support, and access to an extensive online resource lab.

Secure your spot now and ensure your business complies with the latest UAE data protection laws and AI advancements.

Course Outline

This course comprises of four modules, delivered once a week from 9.30am to 1pm. Every module is taught with practical case studies and exercises alongside comprehensive materials and an online resource lab. The course concludes with an online assessment which must be completed within thirty days.

Day 1

FRAMEWORK & PRINCPLES

  • Scope and Key Definitions
  • The Principles
  • Records
  • Consent
  • Breach Notification

Day 2

DATA SUBJECTS' RIGHTS

  • Privacy Notices
  • Subject Access
  • New Rights incl. Erasure
  • The Exemptions
  • AI Rights

Day 3

LAWS IN PRACTICE

  • Data Processors and Controllers
  • DP Impact Assessments
  • DP by Design
  • International Transfers
  • AI Deployment

Day 4

GOVERNANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

  • The DPO Role
  • Tasks and Competencies
  • Record Keeping
  • Accountability
  • AI Governance

Cost

Online:

£2,350

(AED 10,799)

Classroom:

£2,650

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Skills Taught

Explaining the importance of DP
Distinguishing UAE DP laws
Comparing UAE DP laws with GDPR
Interpreting Principle 1 and lawfulness

Interpreting fairness and transparency
Creating compliant privacy notices
Practically applying principles 2-5
Identifying personal data breaches

Recognising applicable data subjects’ rights
Handling Subject Access Requests
Applying the exemptions
Assessing AI projects

Distinguishing between controllers and processors
Identifying international transfers
Completing a DPIA
Identifying DPO skills, qualities and challenges

Key
Features

Cost

Online

£2,350

Classroom

£2,650

  • Thorough examination of UAE DP Laws in a practical context
  • Teaches essential DPO skills including, DP Impact Assessments
  • Covers AI deployment and governance
  • Comprehensive course materials
  • Online resource lab

Course tutors

All our associates are experienced information governance professionals who have been training and advising in this field for many years.

  • Philip Jones

    Course Tutor


    Philip has 40 years of information management experience in the public and private sectors both as a practitioner and at a senior management level. He was Head of Information Governance at Staffordshire Council. Philip holds a masters degree in information management and an MBA. He is a senior associate for Act Now and Chair of the Exam Panel.

  • Scott Sammons

    Course Tutor


    Scott is an information governance specialist with over 15 years of experience. He has delivered a number international projects for Act Now Training and is a senior tutor on the Advanced Certificate in GDPR Practice. His previous roles include European Data Protection Lead for a bank and GDPR Implementation lead for a council. He is a former Chair of the IRMS.

  • Susan Wolf

    Course Tutor


    Susan holds a judicial position as a Fee Paid Member of the Upper Tribunal (Information Rights). She spent ten years teaching the LLM in Information Rights Law at Northumbria University and developed their Postgraduate Certificate in Data Protection Law and Information Governance. Susan is one of the senior curriculum developers for Act Now Training.

  • Lynn Wyeth

    Course Tutor


    Lynn is the Head of Information Governance for a large local authority and has over 20 years of experience as a practitioner. She holds a post graduate diploma in Information Rights, the CISMP certificate and is an accredited HSCIPP privacy practitioner. She is the author of two books and is currently undertaking a PhD. Her experience is across GDPR, FOI and RIPA.

  • Iain Harrison

    Course Tutor


    Iain is currently an Information Governance Risk Manager for a large local authority and has over 20 years of experience. He has been delivering training for Act Now for over 7 years in GDPR and FOI for public, private and charitable organisations. His extensive experience in planning and implementation of Information Rights legislation allows him to bring training sessions to life.

  • Kirsty Squires

    Course Tutor


    Kirsty is currently a DPO for a number of local authorities and has over 15 years of experience in Data Governance. She has led the IG Project Team on transformation projects to deliver local government restructure in Northamptonshire, dealing with issues including information sharing, data protection by design and leading on training and policy development.

  • Naomi Matthews

    Course Tutor


    Naomi is a local authority lawyer and holds a judicial position as a Fee Paid Member of the Upper Tribunal (Information Rights). She has extensive experience in all areas of information compliance and RIPA. Her training has been commended by RIPA inspectors and her advice has helped many local authorities understand the law and practicalities of covert surveillance.

What our clients say about us

    I would highly recommend the GDPR Practitioner Course. The Tutor was extremely knowledgeable and gave plenty of chance for group conversation or individual questions. A great course for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge of GDPR and understand putting the principles into practise.
    SL, BCH

    I would highly recommend the GDPR Practitioner Course. The Tutor was extremely knowledgeable and gave plenty of chance for group conversation or individual questions. A great course for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge of GDPR and understand putting the principles into practise.
    SL, BCH

    I learned so much! The course was just the right balance of theory and practical, and was very well delivered.
    CB, CHAS

    The course was very useful as an IG Officer. The trainer was knowledgeable and explained some complex aspects of the legislation using interesting examples and real life scenarios. As a refresher, even with lots of work experience behind me, it was very useful to undertake the Practitioner course. The course materials and handbook are invaluable and I know I will re-use them in conjunction with my usual resources.
    NC, Lincolnshire County Council

    A very practical and all-encompassing coverage of the UK GDPR provided over 4 days. Although 4 days is not enough time to cover this whole subject in depth, there was just enough covered with further resources and links provided within the sessions to cover all aspects of the GDPR to a level at which I now feel a lot more confident in my role. Thank you, Kirsty!
    SW, Norwich University of the Arts