Universities and higher education - data governance

Data is an increasingly valuable asset and there are many opportunities in its commercialisation

However, to extract its true value a number of safeguards are required. As well as this, our experts will be considering thorny issues around Data Subject Access Requests and how to effectively manage and respond to them, particularly where they are raised in the context of employment litigation. Finally, with the advent of electronic signatures as a result of remote working, we will discuss what an education institution can sign electronically, and what the future holds.

Who should attend?

All those in higher education who handle data in any capacity