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Course Description

Explore crucial aspects of data protection and security as you learn about the attributes of secure data and the legislative standards for securing personal data. Assess data security in various contexts and identify some of the challenges to securing data, particularly in electronic systems with internet access. Find out how to respond to data breaches and investigate the future of data security, with a look at encryption and other technical 'solutions'.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course would be of interest to government employees (federal, provincial, and municipal), government agencies, private sector employees, and anyone who wants to learn about the core issues related to privacy and data security.

Notes
  • 🗸Fully online course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
  • 🗸All learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.
  • 🗸This is a 21-hour elective course for the IAPP Certificate and also one of three courses required for the Microcredential in Data Privacy and Security.

Applies Towards the Following Programs
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The sections for this course will be released on June 18, 2025. Sign up below to receive updates and a notification to register. Thank you for your patience.

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