Course Details

Specialist Diploma in Data Protection and AI Governance

Overview

  • Course Date:

    19 Oct 2026 to 30 Sep 2027

  • Registration Period:

    1 Jun 2026 to 31 Aug 2026

  • Duration/Frequency:

    Tuesdays (face-to-face) and Thursdays (online synchronous), 6:30pm–10:00pm

  • Mode of Training:

    Classroom

Class schedule:
  • One face-to-face session: Every Tuesday, 6:30pm – 10:00pm
  • One Online synchronous session: Every Thursday: 6:30pm - 10:00pm

Curriculum is sequenced in a sequential manner starting from Module 1.

Course Duration: 
270 hours (1 year)

Please refer to the Academic Calendar.

Enquiries

For course specific details, please contact the course manager:

For other enquiries, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg. Please put the ‘NSPAI’ in the subject heading.

What You Will Learn

Lead responsible AI and data protection in the digital economy!

As organisations accelerate AI adoption and navigate increasingly complex data protection regulations, demand for professionals who can manage data governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices continues to grow.

Through this Specialist Diploma in Data Protection & AI Governance, you will gain applied expertise in data protection management, AI governance, ethical AI frameworks, and regulatory compliance. Aligned with the DPO Competency Framework and Training Roadmap, this course prepares you to address evolving business risks, strengthen organisational data practices, and support responsible innovation in today’s data-driven economy.

Key Outcomes

  • Develop and implement Data Protection Management Programmes (DPMP) aligned with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Manage cyber breach incidents, assess business risks, and create mitigation and contingency plans
  • Strengthen organisational data governance and compliance practices across the data lifecycle
  • Apply AI governance, trusted data sharing, and ethical decision-making frameworks in data-driven environments
  • Incorporate Data Protection by Design principles into innovative digital solutions through design thinking approaches


Designed For
Aspiring Data Protection Officers (DPOs), AI governance professionals, compliance specialists, or risk management practitioners responsible for overseeing data protection, regulatory compliance, and responsible AI adoption within your organisation.

More Information

This is a 1-year part-time course consisting of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates conducted over 2 semesters, with classes conducted via a hybrid-training mode - 70% face-to-face and 30% e-learning sessions.

Post-Diploma CertificateKey Modules
PDC 1 - Post-Diploma Certificate in Data Protection and Cyber Breach Management- Data Protection Management
- Cyber Breach Response and Business Risk Management
- Data Governance and Compliance
PDC 2 - Post-Diploma Certificate in Data Innovation, AI Governance and Ethics- AI Governance, Data Sharing and Ethics
- Design Thinking and Data Protection by Design

Please click here for the Module Synopsis.

Academic Progression and Pathways

Singapore Management University

After completing the Specialist Diploma in Data Protection and AI Governance, you will be eligible for a credit exemption from the following SMU Academy Industry Graduate Diploma (IGD) programmes' modules:

ProgrammeTopicExempted Modules
Industry Graduate Diploma in Data Protection*Advanced Certificate in Data Protection Operational ExcellenceModule 4: Data Protection Management Programme (DPMP)
Industry Graduate Diploma in Data Governance and Management*Advanced Ceritficate in Governance, Risk Management and Data ComplianceModule 1: Crisis Communication and Data Breach Response for DPOs
Module 3: Data Ethics and AI Governance Frameworks

Please click here for SMU Academy IGD details. 

Singapore Institute of Technology

You will also be eligible for a credit exemption from the following SIT programme:

ProgrammeExempted Module
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Computing (Competency-based Stackable Micro-Credential (CSM) Pathway)ICT1505C Ethics and Professional Conduct

For more information on the course, click on the “Register” button.