Professional Certificate in Data Management, Governance and Compliance (Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning)

Professional Certificate in Data Management, Governance and Compliance (Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning)

Course Provider

NTU Academy for Professional and Continuing Education

Certification

Short Course

Academic Unit

0.0

Introduction

This programme focuses on how to manage data within the organization and be aware of how to use data and manage it from the perspective of risk, governance and compliance. Putting data management into context of activities and roles in companies and organizations, participants will better appreciate the need for data management and governance. 

Course Availability

  • Date(s): 24 Aug 2026 to 11 Sep 2026

    Venue: Online

    Registration is closed.

Course Description:
In today’s data-driven world, effectively managing, governing, and protecting organizational data is critical for success. This course equips you with the skills and insights needed to safeguard data integrity, ensure privacy, and stay compliant with evolving regulations. You’ll learn best practices for managing data, building strong governance frameworks, and understanding the key roles in data compliance.

From foundational principles to the impact of emerging technologies like AI, this course covers everything you need to effectively navigate data management challenges and unlock the full potential of your organization's data. Course Benefits: This programme focuses on how to manage data within the organization and be aware of how to use data and manage it from the perspective of risk, governance and compliance. Putting data management into context of activities and roles in companies and organizations, participants will better appreciate the need for data management and governance.
ModuleObjective 


Data Management Concepts and Approaches

  • Participants will learn the key concepts, frameworks, and best practices for ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Foundational understanding of the principles and importance of data management, the roles of governance, and how compliance frameworks shape effective data handling in organizations.  

Data Governance Good Practices and the Impact of new Technologies

  • Understand how to create robust data governance structures that align policies, processes and people, while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. 
  • This foundational knowledge sets the stage for effective data governance. The learning also includes the foundations and good practices needed to better manage data in an organization and the importance of data classification in relation to risk management and data protection good practices. 
  • Participants will learn about how AI and even sustainability may impact the safeguarding of organizational data assets. The learning also provides participants with the foundations and good practices needed to better manage data in an organization.


Data Compliance Roles and Functions

  • Participants will understand their key functions in promoting compliance, ensuring data privacy, and embedding data protection best practices into organizational operations to meet legal and ethical requirements.
  • Clarifying the critical responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) in safeguarding data, maintaining compliance, and fostering a culture of data protection within the organization.


This programme is particularly useful for professionals across industries who need to develop understanding of data management, governance, and compliance such as roles like DPO (Data Protection Officer), Data privacy officers, Data Analyst, Knowledge Management Officers, Compliance officers, Auditors, IT executives, etc.

Standard Course Fee: S$5232

Fee and Funding
ProgrammeProgramme Fee
(before GST)

Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident below 40 years old (including GST)

Singapore Citizen 40 years old and above and Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) (including GST)

Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (ETSS) (including GST)

Professional Certificate in Data Management, Governance and Compliance (Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning)S$4,800.00S$2,832.00S$1,872.00S$1,872.00

Funding Requirements:
- You must achieve a minimum of 75% attendance for each course.
- You must complete and pass all assessment components.

Read more about funding here.

Skillsfuture Credits :
  • SkillsFuture Credit: Applicable
  • SkillsFuture Credit (4K Mid-Career Support): Not Applicable
  • NTU/NIE Alumni Credits (up to S$1,600): Applicable

Tay Francis


Corrinne Soong Heng-Yue

Corrinne Soong Heng-Yue