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Introduction to Data Governance
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291 students

Introduction to Data Governance

Master the fundamentals of data governance, stewardship, and compliance learn frameworks, roles, and implementation stra
Created byMayfair Real Estate Institute
Last updated 5/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand the foundational principles and importance of data governance in modern organizations
  • Identify key roles, responsibilities, and frameworks used in successful data governance programs
  • Differentiate between data stewardship, data ownership, and data custodianship
  • Learn how to implement data quality, metadata, and master data management strategies
  • Explore compliance, privacy regulations, and risk management within the context of data governance
  • Design a basic data governance framework aligned to business goals and regulatory needs

Course content

8 sections • 23 lectures • 1h 53m total length

  • What Is Data Governance And Why It Matters4:30
  • Key Drivers: Compliance, Risk, and Business Value5:08
  • Core Concepts: Data Ownership, Stewardship, and Accountability6:13

    Define roles and empower people to drive data governance: data owners set rules, data stewards ensure quality, and accountable parties safeguard compliance, audits, and outcomes.

  • Frameworks and Standards (DAMA-DMBOK, ISO, COBIT, etc.)4:59

Requirements

  • No prior data governance experience is required
  • A general understanding of business operations or IT systems is helpful but not mandatory
  • Curiosity and interest in data quality, compliance, or enterprise data strategy

Description

In today’s data-driven world, organizations must go beyond storing and using data—they must govern it. This course introduces you to the foundational principles of Data Governance, explaining how structured governance can improve data quality, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.

Whether you're working in IT, business operations, compliance, or data analysis, this course will help you understand what data governance really means—and how to build or contribute to a governance framework.

You’ll explore the key components of a data governance program, including data stewardship, ownership, and custodianship. You’ll also learn about metadata management, data quality, master data, policies, and governance tools. Real-world examples and frameworks will guide you in designing practical governance initiatives for your organization and embedding them into existing business processes.

This course is beginner-friendly and requires no prior experience in governance or data management. It’s ideal for professionals looking to add structure and value to their organization’s data lifecycle.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:


  • Define what data governance is and why it’s essential

  • Identify key roles and responsibilities within a governance framework

  • Align governance programs with business and compliance goals

  • Support or build governance initiatives within your team or organization

  • Communicate the value of governance to stakeholders across departments

Take the first step toward becoming a data governance professional today.

Who this course is for:

  • Beginners interested in a career in data governance, data management, or compliance
  • Business analysts, data analysts, and IT professionals exploring governance roles
  • Data stewards, compliance officers, and anyone tasked with managing or protecting data

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