Who should enrol in Professional Certificate in Data Breach Management in Education?
Who is this course for?
The Professional Certificate in Data Breach Management in Education is designed for professionals working in the education sector in the UK who are responsible for managing data security and privacy. This course is ideal for:
- IT managers and administrators in educational institutions
- Data protection officers in schools and universities
- Educational technology specialists
- Compliance officers in the education sector
According to recent industry statistics in the UK, data breaches in the education sector have been on the rise. In 2020, there were 68 reported data breaches in the education sector, resulting in a total of over 1.4 million data records being compromised. This highlights the urgent need for professionals in the education sector to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage data breaches.
Year |
Number of Data Breaches |
Number of Data Records Compromised |
2020 |
68 |
1.4 million |
2019 |
52 |
900,000 |
2018 |
45 |
750,000 |
By enrolling in this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of data breach management best practices specific to the education sector, enabling you to effectively protect sensitive data and mitigate the impact of data breaches on your institution.