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25 Best Data Protection Courses Online

We compared 25 Data Protection courses currently listed on Coursera, Udemy and edX, priced from $19.99 to $199.99. 12 come from a named university or institution, including Queen Mary University of London, University of Cape Town and IBM. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.

Courses compared
25
Price range
$19.99 – $199.99
Providers
Coursera, Udemy, edX
Last updated
18 Sep 2026
How these 25 courses were chosen

Every course below is a real, currently listed course from Coursera, Udemy, edX, matched to "data protection" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.

The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.

There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $19.99 to $199.99, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.

  1. 1
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Cloud Computing Law: Data Protection and Cybersecurity

    Offered by Queen Mary University of London

    Vast amounts of personal information are processed in the cloud. But who is legally responsible for such ‘personal data’ in cloud environments? What duties do cloud providers like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google have? And...

    $49.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Offered by Packt

    This course provides a clear and practical guide to understanding and implementing the GDPR. It is designed for professionals who want to master the regulation’s core principles and compliance requirements. The course he...

    $49.00
    listed price
  3. 3
    Coursera Certificate Grade B

    Microsoft Foundations of IT Systems, Networking, and Data Protection

    Offered by Microsoft

    Build foundational IT support skills with Microsoft as you learn how computer systems, networks, security, cloud services, and data protection work in modern business environments. This beginner-level Professional Certif...

    $49.00
    listed price
  4. 4
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Build EU GDPR data protection compliance from scratch

    Lessons from Chief Security Officer (CISO) of SAPalso an ex IBM-er, MICROSOFT-er, Accenture, Cognizant, Genpact and Cisco This course is about how to make privacy operational and how to start your journey to get 3 privac...

    $199.99
    listed price
  5. 5
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Complete data protection system A-Z in 16 steps (GDPR, CIPM)

    I will cover the necessary steps where you prepare, identify, assess, implement and apply data protection principles at your firm. You will receive an editable resource to gather in one place as much information as possi...

    $39.99
    listed price
  6. 6
    Udemy Certificate Grade B Lowest price here

    GDPR - How to apply the General Data Protection Regulation

    Training DescriptionWelcome to this comprehensive training on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a key piece of legislation that has a significant impact on businesses within and outside the European Union. T...

    $19.99
    listed price
  7. 7
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade C

    Mastering Indian Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act

    This course provides an in-depth exploration of the Indian Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of its provisions, principles, and compliance requirements....

    $19.99
    listed price
  8. 8
    Udemy Certificate Grade C

    GDPR Privacy Data Protection CASE STUDIES (CIPT,CIPM, CIPP)

    Lessons from Chief Security Officer (CISO) of SAPalso an ex IBM-er, MICROSOFT-er, Accenture, Cognizant, Genpact and Cisco This course is about how to make privacy operational and how to start your journey to get 3 privac...

    $199.99
    listed price
  9. 9
    Udemy Certificate Grade C

    Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023| Complete DPDPA'23

    ** If you’re passionate about learning but facing financial challenges, please message me. If relevant, I’ll provide you with a discount coupon to help you enroll!****UPDATED WITH THE DPDPA RULES'25** (Rules are in-line...

    $44.99
    listed price
  10. 10
    edX Certificate Grade D University-backed

    Data Protection and Privacy

    Offered by University of Cape Town

    Lead data policy in your organization with an understanding of South African and international data laws and regulations.

  11. 11
    edX MOOC / Non-credit

    Data Protection, Law and Governance

    Offered by LSE

    Gain the skills to critically analyze and navigate the changing legal environment that’s shaping data law and policy.

  12. 12
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Offered by IBM

    Vigilance against cyberthreats and attacks becomes increasingly important year over year as we continue to accelerate the amount of sensitive information in digital, web-accessible formats. Do you want to arm yourself wi...

    $49.00
    listed price
  13. 13
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Proactive Computer Security

    Offered by University of Colorado System

    I’ve heard this before – “I’m not sure my computer security practices are working”. I reply “Have you tested them?” This course is the fourth and final course in the Practical Computer Security specialization. In this co...

    $79.00
    listed price
  14. 14
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Professional Skills: Digital Security

    Offered by Arizona State University

    Safeguard your personal and professional digital footprint. This course equips you with essential cybersecurity strategies to protect information and minimize digital risk. As more data is stored and shared online, digit...

    $49.00
    listed price
  15. 15
    Coursera Certificate Grade A University-backed

    Cybersecurity for Data Science

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    This course aims to help anyone interested in data science understand the cybersecurity risks and the tools/techniques that can be used to mitigate those risks. We will cover the distinctions between confidentiality, int...

    $99.00
    listed price
  16. 16
    Coursera Certificate Grade A University-backed

    Cyber Security: DevOps

    Offered by Macquarie University

    This Specialization combines three advanced, industry-aligned courses, Cyber Security: Applied Cryptography, Cyber Security: DevSecOps, and Cyber Security: Security of AI, to provide a comprehensive pathway into the secu...

    $49.00
    listed price
  17. 17
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    An Introduction to Cryptography

    Offered by University of Leeds

    Cryptography is an essential part of secure but accessible communication that's critical for our everyday life and organisations use it to protect their privacy and keep their conversations and data confidential. This co...

    $49.00
    listed price
  18. 18
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Everyday Cybersecurity: Protecting People, Data & Business

    Offered by Minnesota State University, Mankato

    This 3-course Specialization builds practical cybersecurity skills for professionals without a technical background who work with data, manage teams, or make operational decisions—including managers, office administrator...

    $49.00
    listed price
  19. 19
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Vital Skills for Data Science

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Vital Skills for Data Science introduces students to several areas that every data scientist should be familiar with. Each of the topics is a field in itself. This specialization provides a "taste" of each of these areas...

    $79.00
    listed price
  20. 20
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Managing Network Security

    Offered by Kennesaw State University

    Almost every organization uses computer networks to share their information and to support their business operations. When we allow network access to data it is exposed to threats from inside and outside of the organizat...

    $79.00
    listed price
  21. 21
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors

    Offered by University of Colorado System

    Data breaches occur nearly every day. From very large retailers, down to your fantasy football website, and anywhere in between, they have been compromised in some way. How did the attackers get in? What did they do with...

    $79.00
    listed price
  22. 22
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech)

    Offered by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    This course "FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech)" help you to understand RegTech and to become more confident and persuasive in your ability to analyze and make recommendations to executives within the finance indu...

    $49.00
    listed price
  23. 23
    Coursera Certificate Grade A University-backed

    Adobe Acrobat for Business Professionals

    Offered by Adobe

    You've sent a document for review and gotten five different edited versions back. You've spent 20 minutes hunting for the right file only to realize it was the wrong version. You've chased a signature across three emails...

    $49.00
    listed price
  24. 24
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Offered by University of Colorado System

    The world runs computers. From small to large businesses, from the CEO down to level 1 support staff, everyone uses computers. This course is designed to give you a practical perspective on computer security. This course...

    $79.00
    listed price
  25. 25
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    A General Approach to Risk Management

    Offered by Kennesaw State University

    Every organization uses its information to support its business operations. When there are threats in the internal and external environments, they create the risk of information loss or damage. This course examines the d...

    $49.00
    listed price

Best Data Protection Courses Online compared

# Course Provider Offered by Price
1 Cloud Computing Law: Data Protection and Cybersecurity Coursera Queen Mary University of London $49.00 View →
2 EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Coursera Packt $49.00 View →
3 Microsoft Foundations of IT Systems, Networking, and Data Protection Coursera Microsoft $49.00 View →
4 Build EU GDPR data protection compliance from scratch Udemy $199.99 View →
5 Complete data protection system A-Z in 16 steps (GDPR, CIPM) Udemy $39.99 View →
6 GDPR - How to apply the General Data Protection Regulation Udemy $19.99 View →
7 Mastering Indian Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act Udemy $19.99 View →
8 GDPR Privacy Data Protection CASE STUDIES (CIPT,CIPM, CIPP) Udemy $199.99 View →
9 Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023| Complete DPDPA'23 Udemy $44.99 View →
10 Data Protection and Privacy edX University of Cape Town View →
11 Data Protection, Law and Governance edX LSE View →
12 Cybersecurity Fundamentals Coursera IBM $49.00 View →
13 Proactive Computer Security Coursera University of Colorado System $79.00 View →
14 Professional Skills: Digital Security Coursera Arizona State University $49.00 View →
15 Cybersecurity for Data Science Coursera University of Colorado Boulder $99.00 View →
16 Cyber Security: DevOps Coursera Macquarie University $49.00 View →
17 An Introduction to Cryptography Coursera University of Leeds $49.00 View →
18 Everyday Cybersecurity: Protecting People, Data & Business Coursera Minnesota State University, Mankato $49.00 View →
19 Vital Skills for Data Science Coursera University of Colorado Boulder $79.00 View →
20 Managing Network Security Coursera Kennesaw State University $79.00 View →
21 Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors Coursera University of Colorado System $79.00 View →
22 FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech) Coursera The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology $49.00 View →
23 Adobe Acrobat for Business Professionals Coursera Adobe $49.00 View →
24 Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business Coursera University of Colorado System $79.00 View →
25 A General Approach to Risk Management Coursera Kennesaw State University $49.00 View →

Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.

What the prices here tell you

The 23 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $199.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $180.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Coursera, Udemy and edX. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 12 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Queen Mary University of London, University of Cape Town and IBM — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

Before you enrol

Open the provider’s own page and check three things this comparison cannot tell you: when the course was last updated, what the syllabus actually covers in its later sections, and what recent learners say. Prices shown here are the provider’s listed price when we last rebuilt this page on 18 September 2026 — they change often, and a promotion can move them substantially. We earn a commission if you enrol through our links, which costs you nothing and never affects the order courses appear in.

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