Data Protection Compliance Audit (AGRC-036) Training Course

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 or online

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

1Day 1: Data Protection Framework

Principles
Accountability
Roles
Regulatory enforcement
Audit scope
Exercise: Accountability review

2Day 2: Planning the Audit

Risk assessment
Audit criteria
Records of processing
Data mapping
Interviews
Workshop: Audit plan

3Day 3: Core Compliance Areas

Lawful basis
Consent
Transparency
Data subject rights
Retention
Exercise: Rights handling test

4Day 4: Security and Third Parties

Security measures
Processors
International transfers
Breach management
DPIAs
Case study: Data breach fine

5Day 5: Reporting

Findings
Risk rating
Recommendations
Follow-up
Continuous compliance
Capstone: Data protection audit report

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.

Can I take Data Protection Compliance Audit online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 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.

Data Protection Compliance Audit

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