DAS 712 – Data Governance and Quality Management
Categories: Doctorate of Computer Science
About Course
This course covers the principles and practices of data governance, including data quality management, data stewardship, and regulatory compliance. Students will learn how to implement robust data governance frameworks to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations. The course emphasizes the strategic role of data governance in driving business value and the importance of maintaining high-quality data for decision-making processes.
What Will You Learn?
- Understand the principles and importance of data governance in organizations.
- Design and implement effective data governance frameworks.
- Apply data quality management techniques to improve data accuracy and reliability.
- Define roles and responsibilities of data stewards and data owners.
- Analyze regulatory compliance requirements including GDPR and CCPA.
- Implement data governance strategies in enterprise environments.
- Evaluate data governance tools and technologies.
- Manage data security and privacy within governance programs.
- Address governance challenges in cloud and big data environments.
- Develop comprehensive data governance strategies that support business objectives.
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Data Governance
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Week 1: Introduction to Data Governance
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LO1: Define the fundamental concepts and importance of data governance in modern organizations.
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LO2: Explain the key components and objectives of a data governance program.
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LO3: Describe how effective data governance supports business decision-making and organizational success.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Data Governance Frameworks
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Week 2: Data Governance Frameworks
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LO1: Explain the structure and components of data governance frameworks.
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LO2: Analyze best practices used in designing effective data governance frameworks.
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LO3: Develop a basic data governance framework suitable for organizational needs.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 3: Data Stewardship and Roles
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Week 3: Data Stewardship and Roles
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LO1: Define the roles and responsibilities of data stewards within organizations.
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LO2: Explain the importance of data ownership, accountability, and stewardship.
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LO3: Analyze case studies to evaluate the effectiveness of data stewardship practices.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 4: Data Quality Management
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Week 4: Data Quality Management
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LO1: Explain the importance of data quality management in maintaining reliable organizational data.
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LO2: Describe techniques such as data profiling, cleansing, and validation.
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LO3: Apply data quality management methods to improve data consistency and accuracy.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 5: Data Quality Dimensions and Metrics
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Week 5: Data Quality Dimensions and Metrics
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LO1: Define key data quality dimensions such as accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
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LO2: Explain methods used to measure and monitor data quality metrics.
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LO3: Evaluate organizational data quality using appropriate dimensions and performance indicators.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 6: Regulatory Compliance and Data Governance
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Week 6: Regulatory Compliance and Data Governance
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LO1: Identify major data governance regulations including GDPR and CCPA.
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LO2: Explain the impact of regulatory compliance on organizational data management practices.
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LO3: Analyze strategies for maintaining compliance with data protection regulations.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 7: Implementing Data Governance
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Week 7: Implementing Data Governance
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LO1: Describe the steps involved in implementing a data governance framework.
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LO2: Analyze challenges organizations face during data governance implementation.
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LO3: Develop implementation strategies that align with organizational goals and policies.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 8: Midterm Test or Assignment
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Week 8: Midterm Test or Assignment
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Midterm Written Assignment
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Midterm Presentation TaskMidterm Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Practical Exercise / Case Study Analysis
Week 9: Data Security and Privacy
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Week 9: Data Security and Privacy
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LO1: Explain the relationship between data governance, security, and privacy.
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LO2: Describe methods used to protect sensitive organizational data.
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LO3: Analyze case studies involving data security breaches and privacy concerns.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 10: Tools and Technologies for Data Governance
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Week 10: Tools and Technologies for Data Governance
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LO1: Identify commonly used tools and technologies that support data governance initiatives.
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LO2: Compare different data governance tools based on organizational requirements.
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LO3: Evaluate the effectiveness of governance technologies in improving data quality and compliance.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 11: Data Governance in Cloud Environments
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Week 11: Data Governance in Cloud Environments
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LO1: Explain the challenges of implementing data governance in cloud-based systems.
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LO2: Describe cloud governance strategies used to ensure data security and compliance.
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LO3: Analyze solutions for managing data governance across cloud environments.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 12: Data Governance in Big Data and Analytics
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Week 12: Data Governance in Big Data and Analytics
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LO1: Define the challenges associated with governing big data and analytics systems.
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LO2: Explain governance strategies for managing large-scale and diverse datasets.
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LO3: Evaluate the role of data governance in ensuring trustworthy analytics outcomes.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Ethical Considerations in Data Governance
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Week 13: Ethical Considerations in Data Governance
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LO1: Explain ethical issues related to data collection, usage, and sharing.
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LO2: Analyze ethical challenges in maintaining data privacy and fairness.
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LO3: Evaluate organizational practices for promoting ethical data governance.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Future Trends in Data Governance
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Week 14: Future Trends in Data Governance
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LO1: Identify emerging trends and technologies influencing data governance practices.
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LO2: Explain how advancements in AI, analytics, and cloud computing impact governance strategies.
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LO3: Evaluate future opportunities and challenges in data governance and quality management.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 15: Course Review
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Week 15: Course Review
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LO1: Summarize the major concepts and frameworks covered throughout the course.
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LO2: Analyze the relationships between governance, quality management, compliance, and security.
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LO3: Evaluate preparedness for final assessments through comprehensive review activities.
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Key Terms
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Test or Project
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Week 16: Final Test or Project
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True / False
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Final Written Assignment / Project Report
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Final Presentation Task
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Capstone Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Final Practical Exercise / Capstone Project
