DPO and PDPA -Training in Malaysia

As digital interactions grow, protecting personal data has never been more important. The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) establishes vital standards for managing and safeguarding personal information, aiming to protect individuals’ privacy and ensure that data is handled responsibly. Knowledge of the Act and its amendments (Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024) is essential for navigating these regulations effectively, fostering trust, and securing sensitive information in today’s interconnected environment.

TrainLegal manages PDPA programs demonstrate an understanding of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and its amendments, including the key principles and requirements for data handling and protection. It creates an understanding of the practical aspects of PDP at the workplace

Besides violating fundamental rights of individuals, not complying with the data protection regulations can lead to situations that could significantly harm an organization’s credibility, reputation, and financial status. This is why Data Protection Officers have been made compulsory in Malaysia

TrainLegal’s Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to help your organizations comply with the regulations set in Malaysia. Our program is tailored to have practical exercises, where you will be able to master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the Personal Data Protection regulations of  Malaysia.

If you looking to excel in your role as a Data Protection Officer, TrainLegal’s Data Protection Officer course is your gateway to success. As the exclusive and pioneers conducting legal training programs in Malaysia, providing the Data Protection Officer’s course is in our mission to assist in enhancing compliance amongst the private sector in Malaysia. Our course takes a practical approach, ensuring that you gain real-world skills and knowledge that can be applied immediately.

Over the span of three intensive days, you will learn how to implement policies and best practices, allowing your organisation to effectively and productively comply with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 and the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024.

Section 12A of the Personal data Protection Act 2010 (Act 709) sets the requirements for both data controller and data processor to appoint one or more data protection officer to oversea their compliance.

According to the guidelines set by the The Personal Data Protection Commissioner of Malaysia’s office, Commercial organizations in Malaysia which satisfy certain criteria, will required to appoint one or more Data Protection Officer/s in the organization. The deadline to appoint these Data Protection Officers is 1^st June 2025.

The criteria for Commercial Organizations in Malaysia to decide on the requirement for them to have a Data Protection Officer, was laid out under circular No. 1/2025.

If the data controller or data processor process:

1. Personal Data exceeding 20,000 data subjects:
2. Sensitive Personal Data including financial information data exceeding 10,000 data subject: or
3. Involves activities that require regular and systematic monitoring of personal data.

The position of the Data Protection Officer is crucial because should there be a data breach in any organization, it is the duty of the Data Protection Officer to report the matter the Personal Data Protection Office.

TrainLegal is a training company specializing in legal training. We have been conducting training on PDPA regularly over a period of time as we follow the progress of the implementation of new amendments as in the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024.

 There are Increased and new penalties for PDPA breaches and non-compliance! – Fines up to RM 1million and a jail term up to 3 years. This is a big increase from the PDPA 2010.

 As this is a brand new position to the Malaysian private sector – training is recommended for all prospective DPOs. In fact all DPOs are to be registered with the Commissioner’s office – in the Personal Data Protection office – in MCMC (Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission)

Implementation of the provisions included in the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024 will be done in 3 stages: 1^st January 2025; 1^st April 2025; and 1^st June 2025. All Data protection Officers  are suppose to manage and respond to data breaches and security incidents efficiently, including proper reporting procedures and corrective actions in line with PDPA requirements and the latest 2024 amendments.19, has definitely made Debt Recovery / Collection more intricate and complex.  For those involved in Debt Recovery / Collection, they have to understand the new scenario, which includes: New Excuses, Legal Defences, Government Regulations and Policies, which is the New Normal in Debt Recovery / Collection post COVID-19.

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