Data Protection Officer (DPO) Training Program
Step into a DPO-ready, hands-on privacy program—built around GDPR + India’s DPDPA 2023.
Duration: 24 hours (Instructor-Led Live Training)
Mode: Live Online
Batch Type: Weekend Batch (Saturdays & Sundays); limited batch size
Format: Practical workshops, case studies, guided exercises, template walkthroughs
Includes: Templates + supporting documents, interactive mentorship session, recording access, certificate on completion, interview prep support, private community access
Upcoming Batch Details:
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Mar 7th 2026
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Mar 28 2026
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Mar 7,8,14,15,21,22,27,28
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7 - 10 PM
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Course Overview
Organisations today operate in a complex landscape of evolving data protection laws and regulations. Our Data Protection Officer (DPO) Training Program equips privacy professionals, compliance managers and security leaders with the knowledge and practical tools required to navigate data protection regulations such as the EU GDPR, India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), California’s CPRA, and other global laws. Over the sessions, you’ll learn how to build and manage a comprehensive privacy program, conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), implement Record of Processing Activities (RoPA), respond to data subject requests (DSRs), and develop incident response plans. Each session combines expert-led instruction with hands-on exercises and real-world case studies so that you can immediately apply what you learn to your organisation.
Key Highlights of the DPO Program
24 hours of structured, live DPO-level training
Strategic coverage of GDPR & India’s DPDPA 2023
Practical implementation using RoPA, DPIA & DSR frameworks
Privacy governance aligned to ISO 27701 & ISO 27001
Real-world regulatory scenarios & case discussions
Lifetime access to templates, tools & session recordings
Recognized certification validating DPO readiness
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Skills You’ll Learn
Interpret and apply requirements of global privacy laws including GDPR, DPDPA, CPRA and others
Draft data protection policies, notices and consent mechanisms
Establish privacy governance structures and roles within your organisation
Conduct Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) and maintain processing inventories
Perform Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIA)
Implement privacy by design and default in business processes and product development
Manage vendor due diligence and third-party risk from a privacy perspective
Respond to data subject requests (DSRs) and maintain subject request logs
Design incident response procedures, breach notification plans and learnings for future incidents
Measure privacy compliance using metrics, audits and continuous improvement plans
Why Choose WisemanCyberSec for the DPO Program?
Experienced instructor with decades of cybersecurity and privacy leadership
Interactive live sessions with real-time Q&A, role-plays and breakout discussions
Access to ready-to-use templates and checklists for privacy management
Comprehensive coverage of both global and Indian data protection laws
Post-course mentorship for clarifying questions and implementation guidance
Flexible scheduling and options for corporate batches
Recognised certificate of completion to enhance your professional credentials
Who Should Enroll in this DPO Program?
Current or aspiring Data Protection Officers
Chief Privacy Officers, Compliance Managers and Legal Counsel
Information Security and Risk Management professionals
Product Managers, Engineering Leads and UX Designers building data-driven products
Consultants and auditors seeking to expand into privacy
Anyone responsible for implementing or managing privacy programmes
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of information security or corporate compliance processes
Familiarity with legal or regulatory terminology is helpful but not required
Willingness to engage in interactive sessions and participate in practical exercises
Course Curriculum: Modules Covered in the DPO Training
Session 1: Data Privacy Foundations & Roles
Overview of major global privacy regulations (GDPR, DPDPA, CPRA, PIPEDA, PDPA etc.); principles of fair processing; lawful bases for processing; special category and sensitive data; roles and responsibilities of data controllers, processors and Data Protection Officers.
Session 2: Privacy Governance & Frameworks
Key elements of a privacy compliance framework; aligning with ISO/IEC 27701 and ISO/IEC 27001; privacy by design & default; privacy programme strategy, policies & procedures; establishing privacy committees and reporting structures.
Session 3: Data Processing Inventories & RoPA
Identifying processing activities across business units; data mapping and classification; maintaining Records of Processing Activities (RoPA); data flow diagrams; accountability documentation; managing cross-border transfers and understanding adequacy decisions.
Session 4: Data Protection Impact Assessments & Transfer Impact Assessments
Conducting DPIAs – methodology, risk identification, impact analysis and mitigation; transfer impact assessments (TIA); risk-based decision making; integrating DPIAs into project lifecycles; embedding privacy by design in new initiatives.
Session 5: Data Subject Rights & Consent Management
Understanding data subject rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection); creating processes to respond to DSRs; managing consent and notice requirements; working with consent management platforms; maintaining evidence of consent.
Session 6: Privacy Agreements & Third-Party Management
Drafting data processing agreements, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and cross-border transfer arrangements; due diligence for vendors and service providers; third-party risk assessments; rights and obligations in subprocessor relationships.
Session 7: Security, Incident Response & Breach Notification
Security controls and organisational measures to support privacy (ISO/IEC 27001/27002); detecting, reporting and managing data breaches; breach notification timelines under GDPR and DPDPA; building an incident response plan; lessons learned after incidents.
Session 8: Awareness, Training & Privacy Culture
Developing privacy training programmes tailored to different roles; building a privacy culture; raising awareness across employees, contractors and partners; creating communication plans and awareness campaigns.
Session 9: Auditing, Metrics & Continuous Improvement
Planning and performing privacy audits; key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for privacy compliance; monitoring effectiveness of privacy controls; continuous improvement and maturity assessments; integrating feedback from audits and incidents.
Session 10: Emerging Technologies & Future Trends
Privacy considerations for AI and machine learning, IoT, blockchain and cloud computing; guidance from the OECD, ISO and European Data Protection Board on AI governance; principles of responsible AI and ethical data use; upcoming regulatory developments and expected changes.
Session 11: Case Studies & Practitioner Exercises
Real-world scenarios covering DPIA, RoPA creation, DSR handling and breach notification; hands-on use of templates; group exercises; discussion of common privacy challenges and strategies to overcome them.
Session 12: Certification Exam Preparation & Mock Tests
Review key concepts for certification; practice questions and mock tests to prepare for DPO certification examinations; guidance on exam strategy and time management; final Q&A and readiness assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: A practical, instructor-led program focused on how to implement privacy operations aligned to GDPR and India’s DPDP framework (Act + Rules).
Ans: Yes-RoPA is a key GDPR artifact (Art. 30) and is included in the program’s operational framing.
Ans: Yes-GDPR requires DPIAs for high-risk processing (Art. 35), and India’s DPDP framework expects periodic DPIAs for Significant Data Fiduciaries.
Ans: India’s DPDP schedule includes penalties that can extend up to ₹250 crore for failure to take reasonable security safeguards and up to ₹200 crore for failure to notify the Board or affected principals of a personal data breach, among others.
Ans: Yes-DPDPA is explicitly included in course coverage, and the Act plus notified rules define operational expectations like notice/consent, safeguards, and DPO/DPIA obligations for Significant Data Fiduciaries.
Ans: A certificate is provided upon successful completion of the entire training program.
Ans: Yes-recorded access is provided for all the session.
Ans: Mentorship support, interview preparation, a community group, and sharing potential job opportunities are included as post-training benefits.
Ans: The program supports preparation for privacy credentials (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, AIGP)
