Basic Notions of Data Protection and Data Protection Law
Trainer: Dr Luisa Spiteri Baluci, Head of 福利在线免费 and Data Protection Unit
Target Audience: All members of staff
Session Duration: 3 hours
Delivery Mode: Classroom-based
NB: Each training session will cater for a specific academic or administrative entity to ensure that the Q&A session is more relevant to the needs of the entity.
The right to privacy is a fundamental human right, protected under the Maltese Constitution and reinforced by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The GDPR sets out a comprehensive legal framework to safeguard individuals’ personal data and regulate its processing across the EU.
This training provides a practical and comprehensive introduction to the GDPR, designed to enhance participants’ awareness of data protection requirements and their real-world application. It aims to build a solid understanding of the legal obligations, operational practices, and ethical considerations involved in handling personal data.
Participants will explore key topics, including:
Data protection principles;
Data accountability;
Individual rights and how to manage data access requests;
The role and responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer (DPO);
EU regulations and local Maltese data protection laws.
The session includes interactive elements and concludes with a dedicated Q&A segment, offering participants the opportunity to clarify specific concerns and discuss real-life scenarios related to their roles at UM.
By the end of the training session, participants will be able to:
