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

Applies Towards the Following Programs
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Section Title
Personal Information Data Protection and Security
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Feb 02, 2026 to Mar 15, 2026
Contact Hours
21.0
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $645.00
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