ISO 27701 Foundation Training | ISO 27701 Training in Ouagadougou

ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 27701:2025

• Introduction
• Scope
• Normative References
• Terms, Definitions, and Abbreviations
• Evolution from ISO 27701:2019 to 2025

Module 2: General Overview of ISO 27701:2025

• Structure of ISO 27701:2025
• Stand-Alone Privacy Information Management System Concept
• Compatibility with Other Management System Standards
• Roles of Customers and Interested Parties
• Applicability to Different Types of Organisations

Module 3: Privacy Information Management Fundamentals

• What is Privacy Information Management?
• Importance of Privacy Information Management
• PII Lifecycle and Processing Activities
• Privacy Risks and Organisational Challenges

Module 4: PIMS Requirements – Clauses 4 to 6

• General PIMS Requirements
• Context of the Organisation
• Leadership and Privacy Governance
• Planning and Risk-Based Thinking
• Privacy Objectives and Planning

Module 5: PIMS Support and Operational Requirements

• Support for the Privacy Information Management System
• Competence, Awareness, and Communication
• Documented Information and Control
• Operational Planning and Control
• Managing Changes within the PIMS

Module 6: Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

• What Is Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
• PII Controllers, Joint Controllers, and PII Processors
• Sensitive and Non-Sensitive PII
• Safeguarding PII and Privacy Principles
• PII vs Personal Data Terminology

Module 7: Privacy Risk Management

• Introduction to Privacy Risk Management
• Privacy Risk Assessment Process
• Privacy Risk Treatment Options
• Statement of Applicability for Privacy Controls
• Integration of Privacy and Information Security Risks

Module 8: PIMS Controls

• PIMS Control Objectives and Controls
• Controls for PII Controllers
• Controls for PII Processors
• Selection and Justification of Controls

ISO 27701 Foundation Exam Information

To achieve the ISO 27701 Foundation Training, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice 
• Total Questions: 30 
• Total Marks: 30 Marks 
• Pass Mark: 50%, or 15/30 Marks 
• Duration: 40 Minutes 

Who should attend this ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course?

The ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course is specifically designed for professionals and managers who are interested in understanding the fundamentals of Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) and how to implement privacy controls according to the ISO 27701 standard. This course is beneficial for various professionals including:

• Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
• Information Security Managers
• Legal and Compliance Officers
• Audit and Assurance Professionals
• Quality and Process Improvement Specialists
• Marketing and Customer Relations Managers
• Technology and Software Developers
• Energy Management Specialists

Prerequisites for the ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course.

ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course Overview

ISO/IEC 27001 is an international management standard that offers guidance on privacy protection, including how businesses should manage customer information. It helps in providing compliance with privacy laws all around the world. This training aims to provide individuals with the knowledge to control all aspects of information's lifecycle, from its identification and gathering to its eventual disposal through archiving or deletion.

This training will assist organisations in managing record generation and growth using an effective information management system. Studying this training equips learners with cryptography, which is a technique used for securing information and communication through the use of codes. Pursuing this training helps individuals acquire the necessary skills and techniques to enhance their career opportunities and ultimately increase their earnings.

This 1-day ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course offered by The Knowledge Academy, is designed to provide delegates with in-depth knowledge about the benefits of the ISO 27701 Information Management System standard. During this training, they will learn about the structure of the standard, including its requirements, guidance, and controls for protecting the privacy of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). They will also learn about the relationship between the standard with ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002.

Course Objectives

• To understand the concept of ISO/IEC 27701, both requirements and guidance
• To determine the effectiveness of an organisation’s privacy information management system
• To understand areas of the standard that should be audited and techniques to consider
• To support compliance with privacy rules and regulations
• To establish an understanding of the issues that organisations face when maintaining framework processes
• To reduce complexity by integrating with the leading information security standard ISO/IEC 27701

After completing this IS0 27701 Foundation Training Course, delegates will be able to build trust in the company’s ability to manage personal information. They will also be able to facilitate agreements with business partners.

What’s included in this ISO 27701 Foundation Training Course?

• ISO 27701 Foundation Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• ISO 27701 Foundation Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack