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Professional training course · AGRC-036
Data Protection Compliance Audit
Data protection laws such as the GDPR require organisations to demonstrate accountability for how they process personal data. Audits help identify gaps before regulators…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 5Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Data protection laws such as the GDPR require organisations to demonstrate accountability for how they process personal data. Audits help identify gaps before regulators or data breaches expose them.
This LLMI course covers data protection principles and accountability, audit planning, data mapping, lawful basis and consent, transparency, data subject rights, security, processors and international transfers, breach management and reporting audit results. Participants conduct a simulated data protection audit.
The course suits auditors, DPOs and privacy professionals.
Course Objectives
Understand data protection principles and accountability
Plan data protection audits
Review data mapping and records of processing
Assess lawful basis, transparency and rights handling
Evaluate security, processors and transfers
Report findings and recommend improvements
Target Audience
Internal auditors
Data protection officers
Privacy and compliance professionals
Information security professionals
Legal professionals
IT auditors
Course Methodology
Regulatory presentations
Simulated audit
Document reviews
Case studies
Group discussions
Course outline
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1Day 1: Data Protection Framework
- Principles
- Accountability
- Roles
- Regulatory enforcement
- Audit scope
- Exercise: Accountability review
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2Day 2: Planning the Audit
- Risk assessment
- Audit criteria
- Records of processing
- Data mapping
- Interviews
- Workshop: Audit plan
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3Day 3: Core Compliance Areas
- Lawful basis
- Consent
- Transparency
- Data subject rights
- Retention
- Exercise: Rights handling test
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4Day 4: Security and Third Parties
- Security measures
- Processors
- International transfers
- Breach management
- DPIAs
- Case study: Data breach fine
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5Day 5: Reporting
- Findings
- Risk rating
- Recommendations
- Follow-up
- Continuous compliance
- Capstone: Data protection audit report
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Data Protection Compliance Audit course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Data Protection Compliance Audit course?
The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in London. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in London, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Rome, Kuala Lumpur.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 + VAT per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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