Master’s Program in Personal Data Security

The master’s program in Personal Data Security Management aims to equip graduates with the necessary abilities to effectively plan and manage personal data, understand the data lifecycle, and oversee personal data administration processes in large IT industry projects. Additionally, it prepares students to work as personal data protection officers. The program is conducted entirely in English and ends with a thesis.

The program is designed to educate students for a professional master’s degree in personal data security management, catering to individuals interested in pursuing careers in various sectors of the economy and business. It provides students with specialized knowledge in international legislation, corporate data flow processes, cybersecurity, data protection, and confidentiality. This MSc program is ideal for industry or government employees lacking a formal graduate education in personal data protection and confidentiality, as well as graduates with a bachelor’s degree and minimal experience.

The personal data protection management program offers comprehensive, specialized, factual, and theoretical knowledge about regulatory frameworks for personal data protection, special categories of personal data, and sensitive personal data, as defined by EU regulations and directives such as GDPR, Police Directive, and others.

Students will gain expertise and practical skills in data auditing, systematization, minimization, tagging, anonymization, and a comprehensive range of cryptographic techniques for protecting both structured and unstructured data. Regarding legal regulation, students will acquire the ability to demonstrate GDPR compliance, plan change management in accordance with personal data protection requirements, and manage data breach incidents. They will also be proficient in organizing regular corporate trainings and staying updated with new regulations and technical solutions related to personal data protection.

Graduates will achieve mastery in personal data protection management knowledge and skills that align with professional standards, enabling them to pursue careers as Data Protection Officers (DPOs) or personal data administrators.

The program of study will include at least one major activity involving the production of a research and development project for a client. Additionally, the MSc Program will feature invited lecturers who are practicing lawyers, cybersecurity experts, and experienced personal data administrators.