CPDStore Ireland

The key objective of this course is to provide an update for attendees on the recent case law involving GDPR and in particular the recovery of damages against Data Controllers.

Auditors employ a risk-based approach using both substantive and analytical procedures to obtain insight into how their clients operate. By the end of the module, attendees will be able to know what evidence ought to be present in how a charity’s data is governed. They will be able to offer key professional advice in relation to managing a key risk for the organization.

Mark D Finan covers the followings topics during this course: 

• GDPR – Over five years in existence.  We will look the main obligations on data controllers and how to validly process data.
• A charity’s legal obligations pursuant to the Data Protection Act 2018 and the GDPR.   An accountant may also have some insight to give in relation to the Director’s Report to ensure that it is consistent with the data management of the organisation.
• Audit procedures – what should be examined when conducting an audit on internal data management systems?  Attendees will learn how to inspect procedures to verify compliance with legal obligations and how to test compliance especially under the transparency heading.
• Recent case law involving GDPR and section 117 claims.  
• How clients can future proof themselves and what to expect.  Understanding policies and data governance:
• Verifying the accuracy and completeness of disclosure.
• Any mitigating factors.  
• Post disclosure events.
• Litigation and claims.