Overview
The CIPM certification helps you turn privacy knowledge into action. As the world’s leading credential for privacy program management, this course is designed for professionals who want to build, implement, and manage enterprise-level privacy strategies.​
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Whether you're pivoting into privacy or leveling up your leadership role, the CIPM provides practical tools to operationalize compliance and lead cross-functional teams. You’ll gain the expertise needed to create workflows, handle risk, and align privacy with business goals.
Advance from knowing the law to making it work. Become the bridge between policy and practice.
Prerequisites
This course is ideal for:​
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Aspiring or current privacy program managers
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Legal, HR, security, and compliance professionals
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Career changers interested in privacy leadership roles
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Anyone preparing for the IAPP CIPM certification exam
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No technical or legal background is required—just a passion for process and privacy!
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
✅ Understand how to build and manage privacy programs
✅ Know how to implement policies, train teams, and oversee compliance
✅ Be able to assess privacy risks and apply best practices for accountability
✅ Gain skills to align privacy strategy with business objectives
✅ Be equipped to pass the CIPM exam and lead real-world privacy initiatives
Course Outline
Module 1: Developing a Privacy Program​
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Define the organization's privacy vision and mission.
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Establish a privacy program that aligns with business objectives and compliance requirements.
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Identify applicable laws, regulations, and standards.​
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Module 2: Establishing Privacy Program Governance​
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Structure the privacy team and assign roles and responsibilities.
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Develop organizational policies and procedures for data protection.
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Communicate the privacy program to stakeholders and manage their expectations.
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Module 3: Implementing the Privacy Program​
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Assess data processing activities and maintain data inventories.
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Apply privacy by design principles in system and process development.
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Integrate privacy requirements into organizational operations.​
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Module 4: Measuring Performance​
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Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the privacy program.
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Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
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Report findings to management and recommend corrective actions.
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Module 5: Responding to Privacy Incidents​
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Develop and implement incident response plans.
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Manage data breaches and communicate with affected parties and regulators.
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Review incidents to improve future response and mitigate risks.
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Module 6: Maintaining and Improving the Privacy Program​
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Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and industry practices.
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Update policies, procedures, and training programs accordingly.
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Foster a culture of continuous improvement in privacy management.
