A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27701 for Managing Directors in African Enterprises
A structured path to owning privacy compliance decisions with confidence and precision.
$199 one-time
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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.
Who this is for
Senior executive in a mid-sized African enterprise leading organisational strategy and compliance posture without dedicated DPO staff.
Who this is not for
This is not for junior compliance staff, IT administrators, or consultants delivering ISO 27701 projects for clients. It's designed specifically for executives who must own the final structure.
What you walk away with
- Define data processing boundaries without external validation
- Approve data protection impact assessments independently
- Set organisational policy on cross-border transfers under ISO 27701 Section 8.3
- Finalise record-of-processing-activities templates without legal review
- Lead internal audits using a pre-validated checklist aligned to ISO 27701 Annex A
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of ISO 27701 for Executive Leadership
Understand the structure, scope, and strategic value of ISO 27701 from a decision-maker’s perspective. Focus on accountability, oversight, and integration with business objectives.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27701 adds to existing compliance
- Mapping privacy to organisational risk
- Executive ownership vs. delegation
- Key differences from ISO 27001
- Regulatory expectations in Nigeria and ECOWAS
- Scope definition without IT dependency
- Establishing data governance boundaries
- Privacy as a board-level expectation
- Linking compliance to customer trust
- Timing of implementation cycles
- Benchmarking against peer firms
- First-mover advantage in West Africa
Module 2. Data Flow Mapping for Leadership Approval
Learn how to review and approve data flow diagrams that meet ISO 27701 requirements, focusing on clarity, completeness, and strategic alignment.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying core processing activities
- Classifying data by sensitivity level
- Third-party data sharing review
- Cross-border transfer triggers
- Customer data lifecycle stages
- Internal data access rules
- Approval workflow design
- Documenting data flows for auditors
- Using diagrams in vendor negotiations
- Updating flows after system changes
- Ownership of flow accuracy
- Sign-off authority on final version
Module 3. Consent Framework Design and Approval
Build and finalise consent mechanisms that satisfy ISO 27701 requirements, including opt-in structures, withdrawal processes, and documentation standards.
12 chapters in this module
- Legal basis for processing under GDPR
- Nigerian data protection regulations
- Consent vs. legitimate interest
- Designing clear consent language
- Digital interface requirements
- Record-keeping for consent
- Handling withdrawal requests
- Third-party consent tracking
- Age verification protocols
- Consent review frequency
- Approval without legal sign-off
- Template for ongoing compliance
Module 4. Data Subject Rights Implementation
Establish internal procedures for responding to data subject requests, ensuring timely and compliant outcomes under ISO 27701.
12 chapters in this module
- Types of data subject requests
- Response timeframes and exceptions
- Verification of identity
- Internal routing process
- Automated vs. manual fulfilment
- Documentation of responses
- Exemptions and refusals
- Handling complaints
- Cross-border request handling
- Audit trail maintenance
- Training non-compliance staff
- Final say on response templates
Module 5. Data Protection by Design Integration
Incorporate privacy into new projects and systems from inception, with clear executive oversight and approval checkpoints.
12 chapters in this module
- Privacy by design principles
- Project initiation requirements
- Privacy impact assessments
- Involving legal and IT teams
- Thresholds for mandatory review
- Approving PIA outcomes
- Product development lifecycle
- Marketing campaign checks
- Vendor onboarding reviews
- Change management integration
- Executive sign-off process
- Tracking compliance across teams
Module 6. Third-Party Processor Oversight
Define and enforce standards for vendor compliance, including contract terms, audits, and performance monitoring.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying processors vs. controllers
- Contractual obligations under ISO 27701
- Audit rights and frequency
- Data processing agreements
- Cloud provider compliance
- Penalty clauses for breaches
- Performance review schedule
- Approved vendor list creation
- Onboarding assessment workflow
- Ongoing monitoring tools
- Termination triggers
- Final authority on vendor selection
Module 7. Internal Audit Leadership
Lead or delegate internal audits with confidence, using a pre-built checklist aligned to ISO 27701 requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit scope definition
- Frequency and timing
- Team selection and training
- Checklist development
- Sampling methods
- Non-conformance tracking
- Reporting to leadership
- Follow-up verification
- Documentation standards
- Using audit results for improvement
- Publishing internal findings
- Own the audit outcome narrative
Module 8. Record of Processing Activities Management
Create, maintain, and approve the RoPA with precision, ensuring it meets regulatory expectations and internal needs.
12 chapters in this module
- Required RoPA fields
- Data categories and purposes
- Legal basis documentation
- Recipient categories
- Data retention periods
- Security measures summary
- Cross-border transfer records
- Updating RoPA after changes
- Access control for RoPA
- Automated vs. manual updates
- Approval workflow design
- Final sign-off without review
Module 9. Breach Response and Notification
Establish a clear breach response plan that empowers leadership to act quickly and in compliance with local and international rules.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining a personal data breach
- Detection and escalation paths
- Internal investigation steps
- Legal obligation to report
- 72-hour deadline compliance
- Notification content requirements
- Affected individuals
- Regulator communication
- Internal post-mortem process
- Pre-approved response templates
- Executive decision authority
- Public statement control
Module 10. Compliance Reporting to Senior Management
Develop regular reports that reflect the true state of privacy compliance, tailored for executive understanding and action.
12 chapters in this module
- Key compliance metrics
- Dashboard design principles
- Frequency of reporting
- Highlighting risks and gaps
- Progress against implementation
- Audit findings summary
- Third-party compliance status
- Budget implications
- Resource needs
- Strategic recommendations
- Executive summary format
- Ownership of final narrative
Module 11. Training and Awareness Leadership
Drive organisational awareness of data protection through targeted initiatives that reflect executive commitment.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying training needs
- Role-based content design
- Delivery methods
- Frequency of refreshers
- New hire onboarding
- Phishing simulation use
- Tracking completion
- Evaluating effectiveness
- Senior leadership participation
- Public commitment statements
- Budget allocation
- Own the culture change outcome
Module 12. Certification Readiness and Maintenance
Prepare for ISO 27701 certification and ensure ongoing compliance through structured review and improvement.
12 chapters in this module
- Choosing a certification body
- Pre-audit gap assessment
- Documentation readiness
- Internal mock audits
- Corrective action plans
- Certification application
- Surveillance audit prep
- Maintaining certified status
- Update cycle management
- Responding to non-conformities
- Renewal process
- Publicise achievement with control
How this maps to your situation
- Preparing for first-time compliance
- Leading internal audit process
- Responding to regulatory expectations
- Owning vendor compliance decisions
Before vs. after
Before
Reliance on external consultants for privacy decisions, delayed approvals, inconsistent compliance posture.
After
Confident, independent decision-making on all ISO 27701 matters, with documented authority and repeatable processes.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- 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 for executive schedules with asynchronous access.
If nothing changes
Continued dependency on external advisors slows response time, increases cost, and limits strategic control over data governance.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to managing directors in African enterprises, focusing on real decision ownership rather than theoretical frameworks.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Managing Directors and senior executives in African enterprises who need to own privacy compliance decisions without depending on external consultants.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, upon completion of all modules and a final assessment, you will receive a digital credential.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for executive schedules with asynchronous access..
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