IMDA Data Protection Trustmark – Awareness Training Programme

ABOUT THE COURSE

With the rapid transformation of companies precipitated by the pandemic, unprecedented amount of personal data is being exchanged and possessed by companies and vendors. Recognising this, regulators are now tightening the accountability and due diligence for companies and vendors which handle personal data. 

The DPTM certification is a coveted and recognised benchmark to allow businesses to gain consumer’s trust on how their personal data will be handled by the organisation. 

This course provides the participations an introduction to the Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM). The DPTM course orientates organisations on the key factors on attaining the DPTM and how the certification can add value to their business strategy and positioning in the industry.

Duration: 1 - day course
Language: English

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN FROM THE COURSE?

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of attaining DPTM 
• Recognise the benefits of attaining Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM) 
• Comprehend the DPTM roadmap
• Recall the steps needed to prepare an organisation for DPTM certification 

Topics to be covered in this course include:

• Importance of DPTM 
• DPTM and its benefits
• DPTM certification checklist
• Process of applying for DPTM
• Obstacles in the journey of DPTM
• Recommended solutions to the challenges faced
• Success stories of organisations who has gone through DPTM
• What is installed for organisations beyond DPTM?

WHAT IS THE COURSE METHODOLOGY?

This DPTM awareness course is a 1-day course. The learning methodologies comprised of classroom session conducted by an experienced trainer in the subject matter. The course is lecture-based and facilitated-learning in which trainer will advise participants and its representing organisations to make sound decisions in their journey towards attaining the DPTM certification. 

WHO SHOULD TAKE THE COURSE?

This course is specially designed for:

• Organisations who handle consumer’s personal data as part of the business activities. 
• Businesses who aim to remain sustainable and maintain customer’s confidence over their personal data provided. 
• This course is an introduction to organisations to be certified and maintain its competitive edge in the industry. 

Prerequisite: None.

WHO IS THE COURSE ADVISOR?

The course content and structure are designed by the domain experts from TÜV SÜD. With immense experience and knowledge in the relevant standards, our team of product specialists and technical experts at TÜV SÜD, developed the course content based on current business landscape and market requirements.