


As the most affordable IAPP training provider, Straits Interactive has been empowering thousands across ASEAN and beyond since 2014. We deliver a programme that is globally recognised as the benchmark in privacy programme management, equipping you with essential, real-world skills.
Straits Interactive is the sole official training partner for IAPP CIPP/A globally, with our course offering an unparalleled pathway to mastering Asian privacy laws.
Our training is designed to help you confidently gain mastery of the data protection laws in your required regions, with the help of AI Tutors to support assessment preparation.

The CIPP/E encompasses pan-European and national data protection laws, key privacy terminology and practical concepts concerning the protection of personal data and trans-border data flows.

The CIPP/A is the first publicly available privacy certification that covers multiple jurisdictions in the Asia region.

The Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) certification is the world’s first and only certification in personal data protection programme management.

The CIPM certification will help you understand how to implement data privacy regulations in your organisation’s day-to-day operations effectively.

The CIPT equips privacy professionals with the knowledge and skills to build an organisation’s data protection structures from the ground up.

Today, most companies recognise robust data privacy as a key factor in setting them apart in their industries.
The rising focus on privacy and cybersecurity gives a certified professional a significant edge.
Be part of an exclusive community of privacy professionals amidst growing data security demands.
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Team of Trainers

Kevin Shepherdson
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPT, Exin (GDPR, Infosec), GRCP

Celine Chew
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPT, EXIN (GDPR, Infosec), GRCP

William Hioe
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPT, GRCP

Lyn Boxall
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, GRCP, GRCA

Chen Hwee Ling
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPP/A, CIPM, CIPT, EXIN(GDPR), M(IS), M(Ed), Adv Cert (DPOE), Adv Cert (GRDC)

Nicholas F Cheong
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, GRCP, GRCA, Adv Dip (Data Protection), ISO/IEC 27001 (LA), CTIA, ITIL4, Sp Dip (CS), IT Auditor (Deloitte),PDC (Enterprise and Cloud Security), CCSK, CAIEG (Professional)

Benjamin Shepherdson
CIPM, GRCP

Edwin Concepcion
Fellow of Information Privacy,
CIPM, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPT
Certified Lead Implementer in ISO/IEC 27001 , ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 37301
PECB Certified Trainer for ISO/IEC 27001 , ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 37301
FAQs
Asia-based Data Protection Officers
Chief Privacy Officers (CPOs) and other senior information management professionals who serve an Asia-based corporate organization or a global multinational with business or policy interests in Asia
Legal compliance officers and risk managersStaff members who serve or support a data protection or compliance team and who need to achieve a consistent level of data protection educationIntermediate-level data protection or privacy professionals and entry-level candidates who are transitioning from non-data protection roles inside Asian corporate organisations or who are entirely new to the profession
Information management professionals in Asian financial services, healthcare, technology or telecommunications industries who seek to broaden their expertise into a general information privacy scopeInformation security professionals (e.g. CISO, CISSP)
Information auditing and IT governance professionals (e.g. CISA, CISM)Local government and consulting executives involved in data protection and privacy
This is not a foundation course so the following pre-requisites apply:
Good knowledge of data protection
Tertiary level qualifications
At least 2 years of working experience
The course is a virtual live class conducted via Zoom. However, there are in-person courses like CIPM that are run in the Philippines.
What are the differences between the IAPP courses offered by Strait Interactive?
Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)- The first and only privacy certification for professionals who manage day-to-day operations.
Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) - The industry benchmark for IT professionals worldwide to validate their knowledge of privacy requirements.
Certified Information Privacy Professional(CIPP)- The global standard for the go-to person for privacy laws, regulations and frameworks.
Asia (CIPP/A) - Covers Singapore, India and Hong Kong. China's PIPL is not covered.
Europe (CIPP/E) -Encompass pan-European, national data protection laws and the GDPR
Certified AI Governance Professional (AIGP) - ensure safety and trust in the development and deployment of ethical AI and ongoing management of AI systems.
As the IAPP training is not a foundational training, participant should have basic knowledge and understanding of data privacy and protection
CIPP/A: 90 Questions in 2.5 Hours
CIPP/E: 90 Questions in 2.5 Hours
CIPM: 90 Questions in 2.5 Hours
CIPT: 90 Questions in 2.5 Hours
AIGP: 100 Questions in 3 Hours
No, you have to pass the respective IAPP exam before you can use the IAPP credential against your name and to maintain your IAPP membership.



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