Privacy & Data Protection
ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation
Learn the concepts, principles and requirements of a privacy information management system (PIMS) based on ISO/IEC 27701 — and how privacy management fits with information security. Selfpaced on myPECB, with 24/7 access.
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COURSE INFORMATION
Your Learning, at a Glance
- Price
- 499 USD
599 USD - Category
- Privacy & Data Protection
- Duration
- Self-paced; suggested pace: 4–6 weeks at 6–8 hours per week
- Format
- Self-paced online eLearning via myPECB
- Certification
- PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation (subject to passing the exam and meeting certification requirements)
Course Overview
The Starting Point for Anyone Working With Privacy Management
ISO/IEC 27701 sets the requirements for a privacy information management system (PIMS) — how an organisation protects personally identifiable information (PII), whether it acts as a controller or a processor.
The Foundation course explains the structure of ISO/IEC 27701 — its requirements, guidance and privacy controls — and how it relates to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002. Veloraa delivers the official PECB curriculum online, with practical examples, exercises and quizzes so you can apply what you learn straight away.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who needs to understand privacy information management
No prior ISO/IEC 27701, management-system or legal knowledge needed.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals - Describe the core concepts and principles of information security and privacy.
- Know the requirements - Explain the main ISO/IEC 27701 requirements for a PIMS.
- See where it fits - Relate ISO/IEC 27701 to ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002 and regulatory frameworks.
- Follow the PIMS cycle - Walk through context, leadership, planning, support and operation.
- Recognise the privacy controls - Identify the controls that protect PII for controllers and processors.
- Plan the first steps - Identify the key steps for planning and implementing basic privacy measures.
Curriculum
Lessons follow the structure of ISO/IEC 27701 itself, with quizzes throughout.
Introduction to Privacy and ISO/IEC 277014 Lessons
- 1. Course Objectives and Structure
- 2. Standards and Regulatory Frameworks
- 3. The Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
- 4. Fundamental Concepts and Principles of Information Security and Privacy
You Will Be Able To Understand privacy, the PIMS and how ISO/IEC 27701 fits with other frameworks
Context, Leadership and Planning3 Lessons
- 5. Understanding the Organisation and Its Context
- 6. Leadership
- 7. Planning
You Will Be Able To Learn what the standard asks for in Clauses 4 to 6 3
Support and Operation2 Lessons
- 8. Support
- 9. Operation
You Will Be Able To See how resources, competence and privacy operations are managed
Evaluation and Improvement2 Lessons
- 10. Performance Evaluation
- 11. Improvement
You Will Be Able To Understand monitoring, internal audit, management review and improvement 2
Privacy Controls and Exam Preparation2 Lessons
- 12. Privacy Controls
- 13. Course Close and Exam Preparation
You Will Be Able To Review the privacy controls and get ready for the exam
Downloadable Resources: 200+ pages of course notes with examples, best practices, exercises and quizzes.
What’s Included
- Everything you need, in one price
- 13 video lessons Expert-led, with quizzes
- 200+ pages of notes Examples, best practices, exercises & quizzes
- Exam voucher Plus one free retake in 12 months
- Certification fee No extra cost once you pass
- 14 CPD credits Attestation of completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Technical or Legal Skills?
No. The course covers privacy management concepts and the standard’s requirements in plain terms.
How Long Do I Have to Finish?
You get [ACCESS PERIOD] of unlimited access and study at your own pace. You can take the exam whenever you
are ready.
Is the Exam Online?
Yes. You book it through PECB Exams and take it remotely.
What If I Fail the Exam?
You can retake it once for free within 12 months of your first attempt.
Foundation, Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor — Where Should I Start?
Start with Foundation if you are new to ISO/IEC 27701 or need a working knowledge of it. Move on to Lead Implementer to build a PIMS, or Lead Auditor to assess one.
Can My Team Enrol Together?
Yes. Veloraa offers corporate and bespoke programmes. Use the enquiry form below for group pricing.
Exam & Certification
Your Path to Certification
The online exam covers two competency domains. If you don’t pass first time, you can retake it for free within 12 months.
- Complete the eLearning
13 lessons and quizzes · earn 14 CPD credits
- Pass the Exam
Book online at a time that suits you
- Apply for Your Certificate
No work or project experience required
- Sign the Code of Ethics
Then receive your PECB certificate
- Take the Next Step
Move on to Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
Exam Domains
- Fundamental concepts of a PIMS: context, leadership, planning and support
- Core practices of PIMS operation, performance evaluation, improvement and privacy controls
Credential Levels
| Credential | Experience | Project Activities |
|---|---|---|
| PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation This Course | None | None |
Requires passing the PECB ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation exam and signing the PECB Code of Ethics. Foundation exams also count towards PECB Master, alongside the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials.
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