DL 401: Data Governance Foundations

Unlock the strategic power of your organization's data with our comprehensive Corporate Governance course on Data Governance Foundations.

What You’ll Learn.

  • Understand what data governance entails, its strategic importance, and the critical business drivers behind effective data management.

  • Learn the core values of accountability, stewardship, and transparency, fundamental to successful governance practices.

  • Explore critical governance roles, including Data Steward, Data Custodian, and Governance Committees, and their specific functions within organizations.

  • Gain comparative insights into prominent governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK, COBIT, and customized governance models.

  • Discover the process of developing effective policies, standards, and understand the significance of ethics in responsible data governance.

  • Learn about metadata, its various categories, and its practical applications in enhancing data governance effectiveness.

  • Understand the characteristics of quality data and its profound impact on governance processes and outcomes.

  • Master approaches for categorizing and tagging data appropriately to ensure security and compliance across systems.

  • Get an overview of key data regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA, and the obligations they impose across industries.

  • Learn actionable strategies to promote organizational awareness, responsibility, and alignment around data governance practices.

Lead By Expert

Lead By Expert

Samuel Martel

Samuel Martel

Course Syllabus.

Unit 1

What is Data Governance and Why It Matters

Unit 2

Principles of Effective Data Governance

Unit 3

Key Roles and Responsibilities in Data Governance

Unit 4

Understanding Data Governance Frameworks

Unit 5

Policies, Standards, and Data Ethics

Unit 6

Introduction to Metadata and Its Role in Governance

Unit 7

Data Quality Fundamentals

Unit 8

Data Classification and Sensitivity Levels

Unit 9

Regulatory Landscape and Compliance Fundamentals

Unit 10

Building a Data Governance Culture

Ways to Enroll.

Looking to turn your team into data superheroes? Our Literacy Programs pack a punch with cutting-edge analytics, AI enchantments, and quick-hit business solutions that transform your crew into decision-making dynamos. Ready to boost your business IQ and speed without the burnout? Let’s power up your potential - capes optional.

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How It Works.

  • You’ve got options. You can grab a single course if you want to test the waters—or, if you’re ready for the full journey, the All Access Pass gives you the entire literacy program in one go. Think à la carte vs. the full buffet.

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    • Every course within a program (Data Literacy, AI Literacy, and more to come).

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  • At checkout, you’ll choose whether you’re buying for yourself or for an organization.

    • Individuals: Easy—one account, one course (or pass), and you’re ready to go.

    • Organizations: You’ll select how many seats you need. Once you check out, we’ll generate unique seat codes and send you a special pricing offer by email. That email also includes a quick form to fill in seat owner names and emails so we can set everyone up with their own accounts.

    👉 If your organization has special course needs, just reach out through our contact form—we love tailoring solutions.

  • Yep! Every account has a personal progress tracker so you can see exactly where you’re at in the course.

    For organizations, we provide detailed team progress reports delivered straight to your inbox. Our long-term goal? A dynamic dashboard that gives both individuals and teams actionable insights at a glance.

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