A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27701 for Senior Risk and Security Leaders
Turn privacy compliance into a repeatable, rapid implementation cycle
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Compliance work stuck in cycles of review, rework, and stakeholder follow-up
The situation this course is for
Even experienced teams waste weeks translating standards into actionable policies. The lag between decision and document creates friction in audits, delays certifications, and dilutes trust in governance teams.
Who this is for
Senior risk and security leaders in LATAM enterprises implementing ISO-based compliance frameworks
Who this is not for
Entry-level auditors, consultants without implementation authority, or teams using only regional or proprietary frameworks
What you walk away with
- Produce a complete Statement of Applicability (SoA) for ISO 27701 in under 10 days
- Map data processing activities to ISO 27701 controls without external consultants
- Reduce document review cycles by 60% using pre-validated templates
- Accelerate evidence collection for internal audits using structured checklists
- Build a reusable implementation playbook tailored to your control environment
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 27701 and Its Role in Privacy Programs
Foundational overview of ISO 27701 in relation to ISO 27001 and GDPR. Learn how the standard structures PII processing and creates clarity for internal teams.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27701 extends beyond ISO 27001
- Key definitions: PII, controller, processor
- Relationship to GDPR and CCPA
- Mapping roles to organizational units
- How LATAM data laws interact with ISO 27701
- When to adopt ISO 27701 vs national standards
- Certification timelines and expectations
- Common misconceptions clarified
- How auditors assess compliance
- Document hierarchy essentials
- Linking to existing risk registers
- First steps after board endorsement
Module 2. Initiating the ISO 27701 Project
Define scope, secure leadership alignment, and launch the implementation with clear milestones.
12 chapters in this module
- Scoping PII processing activities
- Identifying legal and regulatory drivers
- Building a cross-functional team
- Setting expectations with executives
- Creating a realistic timeline
- Budgeting for internal effort
- Selecting internal vs external leads
- Change management considerations
- Documenting project charter
- Tracking progress with dashboards
- Managing stakeholder expectations
- Avoiding common launch delays
Module 3. Conducting a Privacy Impact Assessment
Apply structured methodology to identify and document privacy risks across data flows.
12 chapters in this module
- Designing data flow diagrams
- Classifying personal data types
- Assessing lawful basis for processing
- Identifying third-party processors
- Evaluating data retention periods
- Documenting consent mechanisms
- Risk scoring for privacy breaches
- Linking to security risk registers
- Prioritizing high-risk processing
- Reporting findings to leadership
- Remediation planning
- Reassessment triggers
Module 4. Mapping Controls to PII Processing
Align ISO 27701 Annex A and B controls to actual business processes handling personal data.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding Annex A requirements
- Understanding Annex B extensions
- Grouping controls by function
- Assigning control ownership
- Using control templates effectively
- Tailoring controls to context
- Documenting control intent
- Evidence types per control
- Avoiding over-implementation
- Handling shared responsibilities
- Gap analysis methodology
- Prioritizing control deployment
Module 5. Building the Statement of Applicability
Create a justified, audit-ready SoA with rationale for inclusion or exclusion of each control.
12 chapters in this module
- Structuring the SoA document
- Control-by-control justification
- Documenting exceptions with rationale
- Obtaining management review
- Version control for updates
- Linking to risk treatment plans
- Using templates to accelerate
- Common auditor questions
- Maintaining living documentation
- Cross-referencing with ISO 27001
- Handling multi-jurisdictional data
- Reporting status to compliance teams
Module 6. Developing Privacy Policies and Procedures
Draft enforceable policies that satisfy ISO 27701 and align with organizational culture.
12 chapters in this module
- Writing PII handling policies
- Creating data subject rights procedures
- Notification requirements for breaches
- Vendor due diligence processes
- Employee training mandates
- Policy approval workflows
- Version control and archiving
- Language for legal enforceability
- Translating policies into action
- Auditable recordkeeping
- Review cycles and updates
- Aligning with HR policies
Module 7. Implementing Data Subject Rights Processes
Operationalize DSARs, erasure, access, and objection workflows across departments.
12 chapters in this module
- DSAR intake and validation
- Verification of identity
- Locating personal data across systems
- Response timelines and formats
- Exemptions and refusals
- Tracking request volumes
- Training frontline staff
- Integrating with CRM systems
- Documenting responses
- Escalation paths
- Audit trail requirements
- Metrics for continuous improvement
Module 8. Vendor and Third-Party Management
Apply ISO 27701 to outsourcing arrangements and ensure compliance through contracts and audits.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying processors vs controllers
- Reviewing DPAs and addendums
- Assessing vendor SOC 2 reports
- Conducting on-site audits
- Managing sub-processors
- Incident response coordination
- Termination and data return
- Penalty clauses for non-compliance
- Ongoing monitoring
- Centralized vendor register
- Risk-based prioritization
- Contract playbook for legal teams
Module 9. Internal Audit and Continuous Monitoring
Run effective internal audits and embed continuous compliance checks into operations.
12 chapters in this module
- Creating audit checklists
- Sampling methods for evidence
- Interviewing process owners
- Documenting findings
- Reporting to management
- Tracking remediation
- Automated monitoring tools
- Key control indicators
- Audit schedule planning
- Using findings to improve
- Preparing for external audits
- Audit report templates
Module 10. Certification and External Audit Readiness
Prepare for certification audits with complete documentation and confident team alignment.
12 chapters in this module
- Selecting a certification body
- Stage 1 audit preparation
- Stage 2 audit walkthrough
- Common findings and how to avoid them
- Evidence binder organization
- Mock audit execution
- Interview preparation for teams
- Handling non-conformities
- Certification decision timeline
- Post-certification obligations
- Surveillance audit planning
- Public disclosure guidelines
Module 11. Maintaining Compliance Post-Certification
Ensure ongoing compliance with change management, training, and periodic reviews.
12 chapters in this module
- Annual review cycles
- Updating the SoA
- Managing organizational changes
- Reassessing high-risk processing
- Employee awareness sessions
- Phishing simulation integration
- Incident response updates
- Regulatory change tracking
- Lessons learned reporting
- Improving metrics over time
- Leadership reporting templates
- Budgeting for renewal
Module 12. Extending ISO 27701 Across the Enterprise
Scale the framework to new divisions, acquisitions, or geographies with speed and consistency.
12 chapters in this module
- Creating a center of excellence
- Onboarding new business units
- Standardizing implementation playbooks
- Training internal champions
- Harmonizing with other frameworks
- Integrating with ESG reporting
- Leveraging certification for trust
- Marketing compliance externally
- Benchmarking against peers
- Driving continuous improvement
- Building board-level narratives
- Long-term roadmap planning
How this maps to your situation
- Post-policy drafting
- Cross-functional alignment
- Audit preparation
- Certification renewal
Before vs. after
Before
Time lost in manual control mapping, inconsistent policy interpretation, and reactive audits.
After
Faster delivery of compliant documentation, repeatable processes, and proactive audit readiness.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed at your pace over 6-8 weeks.
If nothing changes
Slower compliance cycles mean delayed certifications, higher consultant dependency, and reduced influence in privacy governance decisions.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program delivers step-by-step guidance specific to ISO 27701 with templates built for LATAM enterprises, not one-size-fits-all frameworks.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant if we haven't started ISO 27701 implementation?
Yes. It guides you from initial scoping through certification and maintenance.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Are the templates customizable?
Yes. All templates are provided in editable format for adaptation to your organization.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed at your pace over 6-8 weeks..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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