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GDPR essentials for SMEs

This course gives you the essentials of the GDPR, focused on SMEs. No legal jargon, just a pragmatic view of what the law expects from you.

You will learn why the GDPR matters for SMEs and how the rules fit together, each time with real-world examples. Take the modules at your own pace and earn your certificate at the end.

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This course covers the GDPR elements most relevant to SMEs; it does not cover every rule or every aspect of the GDPR. It offers a pragmatic view of how best to deal with the rules, and is not aimed at the GDPR purist. The information is not legal advice; it is intended to help you understand the basic concepts. Some information may not apply or may differ in certain countries.

Module overview

    1 The essentials of the GDPR Start arrow_forward 2 Personal data Start arrow_forward 3 Data minimisation Start arrow_forward 4 Transparency Start arrow_forward 5 Security Start arrow_forward 6 Rights of data subjects Start arrow_forward 7 Recap of the essentials Start arrow_forward 8 Final exam Start arrow_forward
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Earn your "GDPR essentials for SMEs" certificate

Complete all 8 modules and pass the final exam (at least 70%). You will then receive a personal certificate of completion in your name, with a verifiable code.

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