Certified Information Privacy Manager CIPM
Privacy Operational Life Cycle: Assess
Course Overview
This module focuses on the Assess phase of the Privacy Operational Life Cycle — the foundation of a mature, compliant, and sustainable privacy program. It equips privacy professionals with the skills to design, implement, and evaluate operational privacy frameworks that align with organizational goals and global regulations. Through structured lessons and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain assessment-ready deliverables and actionable tools to apply immediately in your work environment.
What You’ll Learn
By completing this course, you’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:
Privacy Program Governance — Define roles, responsibilities, and accountability across the organization.
Operational Life Cycle Stages — Understand and apply the five stages: Assess, Architect, Implement, Operate, and Monitor.
Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) — Conduct effective DPIAs and privacy risk assessments using proven frameworks.
Data Mapping and Inventory — Track personal data flows and maintain accurate, compliant records.
Vendor and Third-Party Oversight — Perform due diligence, manage contracts, and oversee remediation activities.
Metrics and Monitoring — Develop privacy KPIs and dashboards to measure program effectiveness.
Audit and Compliance Readiness — Prepare audit-ready documentation, policies, and operational playbooks.
Incident Response Integration — Align privacy procedures with organizational response and reporting obligations.
Course Materials & Format
This training includes:
Video lectures and expert-led presentations for concept mastery.
Slide decks and downloadable resources, including DPIA templates, data inventory spreadsheets, and policy checklists.
Hands-on labs and case studies to apply learned principles in real-world scenarios.
Timed practice questions mapped to CIPM exam domains to enhance test readiness.
All materials are designed to help you implement operational processes immediately and demonstrate measurable privacy program maturity.
Requirements
To succeed in this course, learners should have:
Basic familiarity with privacy concepts (GDPR, data lifecycle management).
Working knowledge of governance or information security practices.
Willingness to engage in hands-on exercises and scenario-based learning.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Design and document a scalable privacy program aligned with business objectives.
Perform comprehensive privacy assessments and produce stakeholder-approved DPIAs.
Oversee vendor privacy practices and ensure contractual compliance.
Measure and report privacy performance using well-defined KPIs.
Maintain an audit-ready privacy posture and continuous improvement cycle.
Developed by seasoned privacy practitioners with global consulting experience, this CIPM Cert Prep 3 module blends regulatory insight with operational practicality. The authors actively advise enterprises and train privacy leaders worldwide, ensuring the content remains current, pragmatic, and exam-relevant.
Enroll today to master the Privacy Operational Life Cycle, strengthen your organization’s compliance capability, and prepare confidently for the CIPM certification. Join a growing community of privacy professionals committed to continuous learning and operational excellence.