Data Privacy and Protection

About this course

In this course, you’ll learn why data privacy matters. You’ll discover what private data is and how to distinguish it from other types of data. You’ll learn about key data privacy laws, regulations, and standards that apply to many organizations worldwide, and then you’ll explore what you need to do to keep private data private. This course includes a variety of instructional strategies to support effective learning. You will engage with interactive components such as case-based scenarios, one practice quiz and one graded quiz designed to reinforce your understanding and promote active participation. The course culminates in a final comprehensive quiz that reinforces key concepts and assesses your readiness to recognize, prevent, and respond to workplace cybersecurity threats.