ISO/IEC Certifications

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

Information security is a key expectation and requirement of customers, regulatory bodies, and other interested parties. As such, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer training course enables participants to acquire the knowledge necessary to support an organisation in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS). 

This training course prepares participants for implementing an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the best practices of an ISMS and a framework for its continual management and improvement.

Course Modules

  • Fundamental principles and concepts of an information security management system (ISMS)
  • Information security management system (ISMS)
  • Planning an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Implementing an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Monitoring and measurement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Continual improvement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001 
  • Preparing for an ISMS certification audit

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognised audit principles, procedures, and techniques.

During this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.

Based on practical exercises, you can master audit techniques and become competent in managing an audit program and the audit team before, during and after an audit engagement, including communicating with the audit team and managing conflicts during an audit. 

Course Modules

  • Fundamental principles and concepts of Information Security Management System (ISMS)
  •  Information Security Management System (ISMS)
  • Fundamental audit concepts and principles
  • Preparation of an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
  • Conducting an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
  • Closing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
  • Managing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit program

ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Implementer

The ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Implementer training course enables you to develop the necessary expertise to assist an organisation in establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improve a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) based on ISO/IEC 27701 by enhancing an existing ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001 and the guidance of ISO/IEC 27002.

This training course is designed to prepare its participants to implement a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) in compliance with the requirements and guidance of the ISO/IEC 27701. Moreover, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the best practices of privacy information management and learn how to manage and process data while complying with various data privacy regimes.

Course Modules

  • Fundamental principles and concepts of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
  • Privacy Information Management System controls and best practices
  • Planning a PIMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27701
  • Implementing a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701
  • Performance evaluation, monitoring and measurement of a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701
  • Continuous improvement of a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701
  • Preparing for a PIMS certification audit

ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor

The ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor training course enables you to develop the necessary skills to perform a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques. During this training course, you will learn to plan and carry out audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.

 Based on practical exercises, you will be able to acquire knowledge on the protection of privacy in the context of processing personally identifiable information (PII), as well as master audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, establish communication with customers and resolve potential conflicts.

Course Modules

  • Fundamental principles and concepts of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
  • Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) requirements
  • Fundamental audit concepts and principles
  • Preparing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
  • Conducting an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
  • Closing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
  • Managing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit program

To register, send an email to training@techhiveadvisory.africa

ISO/IEC Certifications

There are 4 certification in this category covering Implementer and Auditor.

Testimonials

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is my payment inclusive of exam fees and training?

Yes, payments made are fully inclusive of online training, digital textbooks, sample questions, exam vouchers and the IAPP membership (optional)

Does the fee include VAT ?

No, it is exclusive of VAT and transaction charges which may be added when making payment

Where and how will the training take place?

All training will take place virtually from the comfort of your home.

How do I make payments?

Payments may be made in naira or USD.
Send us an email at training@techhiveadvisory.africa or register for the training here:  Registration

Benefits of acquiring IAPP certification

As the gold standard in data protection credentials, IAPP certifications are trusted anywhere. We offer the only globally recognized ISO/ANSI-accredited credentialing programs in information privacy.

- Evidence of knowledge of privacy laws and regulations and how to apply them;
- Evidence of foundational understanding of broad global concepts of privacy and data protection law and practice, including: jurisdictional laws, regulations and enforcement models; essential privacy concepts and principles;
- Evidence of understanding of legal requirements for handling and transferring data and more;
- Advancement of career;
- Increase in earning potential and elevate of leadership profile; and
- CIPP certifications also help provide a competitive edge to distinguish you from others in their field.

2025 Training Schedule

Ridwan Oloyede ( FIP, CIPP/E, CIPM)

Ridwan Oloyede is the Co-Founder of Tech Hive Advisory, where he leads the technology policy team. He advises on the global aspects of cybersecurity policy, data protection and privacy laws, digital health and digital ethics. Ridwan is a Fellow of Information Privacy with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and a Research Fellow at the African Academic Network on Internet Policy. He is also a Certified Information Privacy Professional in European Data Protection Law (CIPP/E) and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Ridwan is also an expert at the Data Protection Unit of the Council of Europe and an official IAPP training provider.

CIPM
17th- 19th June

CIPP/E
15th - 17th July
22nd - 24th (French Training)
AIGP
9th - 11th July
CIPP/C
11th, 18th and 25th July


CIPM
6th - 8th August
CIPT
20th- 22nd August

CIPP/USA
15th, 22nd and 29th August
Foundations
19th - 20th August  

Schedule a private in-person or executive training session. The sessions are shorter with more detailed focus on the participants. The training places premium on the participants’ focus, confidentiality and adaptability.

Date: The exact dates will be additionally determined.
Minimum of 3 participant per session
No of days: 2-days
Venue: To be determined
Fee:  To be determined

Tojola Yusuf (FIP, CIPP/E, CIPM)

Tojola is a senior analyst at Tech Hive Advisory, where she works across data protection andtechnology policy. She is a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), a certified information privacy manager (CIPM), and a certified information privacy professional in European data protection law(CIPP/E) with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Tojola has practised data protection as a consultant, auditor and in-house. This affords her a robust approach to dataprotection matters. Tojola has advised and assisted numerous organisations in building or updating their privacy programmes.

CIPM
17th- 19th June

CIPP/E
15th - 17th July
22nd - 24th (French Training)
AIGP
9th - 11th July
CIPP/C
11th, 18th and 25th July


CIPM
6th - 8th August
CIPT
20th- 22nd August

CIPP/USA
15th, 22nd and 29th August
Foundations
19th - 20th August  

Schedule a private in-person or executive training session. The sessions are shorter with more detailed focus on the participants. The training places premium on the participants’ focus, confidentiality and adaptability.

Date: The exact dates will be additionally determined.
Minimum of 3 participant per session
No of days: 2-days
Venue: To be determined
Fee:  To be determined

Ayodeji Sarumi (FIP, CIPM, CIPP/E, CIPT, CIPP/US)

Deji is the Chief Fixer at Tech Hive Advisory Africa, where he oversees the firm's strategy andimplementation. Deji is a seasoned expert in data protection and privacy, with an extensivebackground in data protection and privacy, information technology and regulatory intelligence. As a certified information privacy professional, Deji's expertise encompasses a broad spectrum ofpractices, including advising on compliance with data protection and privacy laws across Africaand Europe, training, and monitoring and testing the privacy programs of businesses.

CIPM
17th- 19th June

CIPP/E
15th - 17th July
22nd - 24th (French Training)
AIGP
9th - 11th July
CIPP/C
11th, 18th and 25th July


CIPM
6th - 8th August
CIPT
20th- 22nd August

CIPP/USA
15th, 22nd and 29th August
Foundations
19th - 20th August  

Schedule a private in-person or executive training session. The sessions are shorter with more detailed focus on the participants. The training places premium on the participants’ focus, confidentiality and adaptability.

Date: The exact dates will be additionally determined.
Minimum of 3 participant per session
No of days: 2-days
Venue: To be determined
Fee:  To be determined

Precious Nwadike (CIPM)

Precious is a data protection professional who strongly focuses on privacy and compliance. With alevel of understanding of data protection laws, Precious assists numerous companies in building robust privacy programs within their organisations. She is also committed to guiding organisationstowards best practice in data protection by regularly providing guidance and advice onprivacy-related matters, helping clients navigate the intricacies of compliance, data breaches, andindividual rights under data protection laws, and preparing relevant policies.

CIPM
17th- 19th June

CIPP/E
15th - 17th July
22nd - 24th (French Training)
AIGP
9th - 11th July
CIPP/C
11th, 18th and 25th July


CIPM
6th - 8th August
CIPT
20th- 22nd August

CIPP/USA
15th, 22nd and 29th August
Foundations
19th - 20th August  

Schedule a private in-person or executive training session. The sessions are shorter with more detailed focus on the participants. The training places premium on the participants’ focus, confidentiality and adaptability.

Date: The exact dates will be additionally determined.
Minimum of 3 participant per session
No of days: 2-days
Venue: To be determined
Fee:  To be determined

Victoria Adaramola (CIPP/E)

Victoria is a certified privacy professional and tech policy analyst with credible expertise in data protection, regulatory intelligence, and AI governance. Victoria is proficient in advising clients ondeveloping comprehensive privacy programmes in line with security standards, regulatory requirements, and international best practices. Her experience includes negotiating data processing agreements, conducting data protection audits, and advising clients on ensuring privacy compliance when developing new products or expanding their operations. With extensive experience working with clients across both the public and private sectors, Victoria’s expertise also extends to monitoring regulatory developments in the fields of data protection and Artificial Intelligence and developing effective compliance strategies.

CIPM
17th- 19th June

CIPP/E
15th - 17th July
22nd - 24th (French Training)
AIGP
9th - 11th July
CIPP/C
11th, 18th and 25th July


CIPM
6th - 8th August
CIPT
20th- 22nd August

CIPP/USA
15th, 22nd and 29th August
Foundations
19th - 20th August  

Schedule a private in-person or executive training session. The sessions are shorter with more detailed focus on the participants. The training places premium on the participants’ focus, confidentiality and adaptability.

Date: The exact dates will be additionally determined.
Minimum of 3 participant per session
No of days: 2-days
Venue: To be determined
Fee:  To be determined