Outcomes
1. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the Jordanian Personal Data Protection Law and its core requirements.
2. To gain in-depth knowledge of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its fundamental principles, with a comparison to the Saudi system.
3. To identify and analyze the key similarities and differences between the Jordanian Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its European counterpart (GDPR).
4. To develop practical skills in effectively implementing and maintaining compliance requirements for both legal frameworks.
5. To be able to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) using advanced tools and methodologies, and to address high-risk processing challenges.
6. To enhance the ability to efficiently handle data subject requests, including requests for access, rectification, and deletion.
7. To be prepared to navigate the evolving legal and regulatory landscape for data protection in Jordan and internationally.
8. To foster a culture of privacy and corporate compliance within the workplace.
Target Group
- Executives (CEOs, CIOs, Risk, Internal Audit & Compliance), Senior Management (Department Heads, Risk Managers)
- AI Developers, IT Teams, Legal Counsel, Audit Teams, Compliance Officers, Customer Service Officers
Contents
Key provisions of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPL):
Definition of personal data, sensitive personal data, and data controller/processor under the PDPL.
Scope and application of the PDPL.
Legal basis for processing personal data under the PDPL.
Analysis of data subjects' rights under the PDPL.
Obligations of data controllers and data processors under the PDPL.
Key principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Fundamental principles of the GDPR, including legality, fairness, and transparency; purpose; data minimization; accuracy; storage limitation; integrity and confidentiality; and accountability.
Rights of data subjects under the GDPR.
Analysis of the obligations of data controllers and data processors under the GDPR.
Comparison of the PDPL and the GDPR:
Identification of the main similarities and differences between the regulations. Analyze the implications of these differences for organizations operating in Jordan.
Managing Cross-Border Data Transfers:
Requirements for transferring personal data outside of Jordan and the European Union.
Explore available legal data transfer mechanisms, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs).
Foster a Data Privacy Culture:
Increase awareness of data protection issues among employees and stakeholders.
Promote best practices for data privacy within the organization.