Understanding The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Understanding the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Harness the Power of Data Protection and Privacy
Welcome to the Regenesys Understanding POPIA Programme, a specialised course designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa. This course is crucial for individuals and businesses that process personal information, aiming to develop a privacy culture within an organisation and ensure compliance with this pivotal data protection law.
Programme Overview
The Understanding POPIA Programme is more than just an informative course; it’s a comprehensive guide to navigating the intricacies of POPIA. Our programme is dedicated to explaining the act’s principles, compliance requirements, and the rights of data subjects. It is an essential resource for fostering a culture of privacy and ensuring lawful processing of personal information in today’s digital age.
What Sets Us Apart?
- Focused on POPIA Compliance: Our curriculum is tailored to provide a complete understanding of POPIA and its implications for businesses.
- Practical and Applied Knowledge: We emphasise the practical application of POPIA principles, ensuring relevancy to your professional context.
- Comprehensive Coverage of Key Topics: From compliance requirements to the rights of data subjects, our programme covers all essential aspects of POPIA.
Who Should Attend?
This programme is designed for:
- Business Owners
- HR Professionals
- IT Professionals
- Marketers
- Compliance Officers
- Any individual who processes personal information in their work
Assessment and Certification
Participants will be assessed through an online quiz, with a minimum pass mark of 50% required to obtain a certificate of completion.
Programme Fees
- R4000 per delegate
- R1500 for POPIA Compliance documents (optional)
The course is an online, 16-hour programme, spread over 2 days, delivered via Microsoft Teams.
Participants will:
- Understand the key principles of POPIA and their implications for businesses and individuals.
- Identify and implement POPIA compliance requirements.
- Develop strategies to protect the rights of data subjects.
- Foster a culture of privacy and data protection within their organisations.
Course Topics
- Introduction to POPIA
- POPIA Principles
- Compliance Requirements of POPIA
- Rights of Data Subjects under POPIA
- Implications of POPIA for Businesses
