An Introduction to Privacy in NZ
Overview
Whether you're new to privacy or have recently taken on privacy responsibilities, this practical three-hour course will help you understand what good privacy practice looks like in a New Zealand context. You'll gain a clear understanding of the Privacy Act 2020, the Information Privacy Principles, and your responsibilities when collecting, using, sharing, and protecting personal information. Packed with practical examples and real-world scenarios, this course focuses on what you need to know to manage privacy confidently in your organisation.
Course Details
Course Content
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Module 1: Privacy Fundamentals
Learning objective: Understand why privacy matters and the basics of the New Zealand Privacy Act.
Topics:
The importance of privacy
The New Zealand privacy framework
Personal information.
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Module 2: The Information Lifecycle
Learning objective: Understand the information lifecycle and how the privacy principles govern handling personal information.
Topics:
Collection / Creation
Notice
Use
Security
Disclosure
Retention / Disposal.
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Module 3: Privacy Requests
Learning objective: Know how to respond when people exercise their privacy rights for access or correction.
Topics:
Access requests
Correction requests
Timeframes
Grounds for withholding information
Dealing with difficult requests.
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Module 4: Privacy Breaches
Learning objective: Know what to do when things go wrong.
Topics:
Identifying privacy breaches
Common breach examples
Mandatory notification requirements
Serious harm assessments.
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Module 5: Privacy by Design
Learning objective: Build privacy thinking into everyday work.
Topics:
Privacy by design
Asking privacy questions early
New projects and system changes
AI and privacy considerations
Vendor and third-party risks.