Partnership Process
How Partnership Works
From first conversation to first certified cohort—here's exactly what to expect when you partner with Design Privacy Academy to deliver DPO certification.
The Five Phases of Partnership
Each phase has clear objectives, deliverables, and responsibilities. You always know where you are and what comes next.
Discovery
We assess fit and alignment
Before any commitment, we work together to understand if partnership makes sense for both parties.
Key Activities
Your Role
Provide information about your institution and participate in assessment conversations
Our Role
Conduct analysis, prepare assessments, and provide honest recommendation on fit
The Partnership Exchange
Partnership is a two-way commitment. Here's what each party brings to the relationship.
What You Receive
What You Commit
Is Partnership Right for You?
Partnership works best for institutions with certain characteristics. Here's what we look for in potential partners.
Government Training Mandate
You have an existing mandate to train civil servants, public sector employees, or regulated professionals.
Established Infrastructure
You have training facilities, LMS capabilities, and administrative systems to deliver certification programs.
Qualified Facilitator Pool
You have access to trainers with strong delivery skills who can be certified to teach technical content.
Data Protection Law in Effect
Your jurisdiction has enacted data protection legislation that creates demand for qualified DPOs.
Institutional Commitment
Your leadership is committed to adding data protection certification as a strategic program offering.
Quality Orientation
You prioritize quality and are willing to maintain ISO-aligned standards in program delivery.
Not sure if you qualify? That's what Discovery is for. We assess fit together—no commitment required until we both agree partnership makes sense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the partnership process
Ready to Start the Conversation?
The first step is a Discovery call. No commitment, no pressure—just an honest conversation about whether partnership could work for your institution.
Or email us directly at partnerships@designprivacyacademy.io