The course provides participants with clear and structured guidance on the GDPR framework, which applies in addition to the Swiss law on data protection, and enables them to mitigate legal, financial and reputational risks, which can result from collecting and processing personal information from EU residents.

The online training covers the main definitions and principles of GDPR, its area of applicability and the impact on different types of organisations.

Participants learn about the different categories of data and how to handle personal data of EU residents in a compliant way.

The course also explains the legal responsibilities of companies, including mandatory reporting requirements, the risks and penalties in case of a violation of the law, and the rights of individuals related to their personal data.