Data and Asset Security

An organization’s set of data is one of its most important assets. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to describe strategies for data and asset security.

Graduates of this course will be able to describe data and asset ownership, classification, processes, and roles involved in data and asset security. You will be able to identify the different types of data your organization has, where it is located, and who should have access. As a graduate of this course, you will also be able to describe processes for data identification, classification, and ownership.

Many organizations are not aware of what constitutes data, who owns the data, and who is responsible for your organization's data. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to describe the roles and responsibilities, best practices, regulations, and examples of data retention.

Notes:

Enrollment for this course will close 1 day prior to the course start date. No late enrollments will be permitted.

Withdrawals are only accepted up to 10 business days prior to the course start date (withdrawal fees will apply). No refunds or withdrawals are permitted after this date

This course is delivered virtually through an interactive online platform in conjunction with Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT). You require access to a computer with high-speed internet, camera, and headset for the duration of each class. By enrolling in this course, you consent to the sharing of your personal information with NAIT for registration purposes, see below.

Note that the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) may collect personal information regarding your participation in this course, including your name, email address, student identification number, and information regarding your performance in and completion of the course. This information is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, for the purpose of facilitating your participation in the course. The information may also be shared with the Durham College of Applied Arts and Technology (DC) for the purpose of allowing DC to track and verify your progress and outcomes in the course. If you have any questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this personal information by NAIT, please contact Ashley Verbonac – Operations Coordinator, 11762-106 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 2R1, via telephone at 780-378-1261 or via email at averbona@nait.ca.