Updates to the CIPP/E Exam in 2024: What You Need to Know

The Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) exam continues to evolve to keep pace with the dynamic landscape of data privacy and protection. On September 2, 2024, the exam was updated. While the 2023 (textbook) updates were significant, the 2024 changes are more subtle, reflecting a period of consolidation rather than overhaul. Here’s a detailed look at what candidates can expect in the 2024 CIPP/E exam.

Examination Blueprint Adjustments

The Examination Blueprint has seen a minor shift in the distribution of questions across its three main sections:

• Part I: Introduction to European Data Protection: This section now includes 7 to 13 questions, marking a slight increase in focus.
• Part II: European Data Protection Law and Regulation: Although this remains the core of the exam with 39 to 67 questions, its weight has been slightly reduced.
• Part III: Compliance with European Data Protection Law and Regulation: This section now has 8 to 16 questions, reflecting an increased emphasis on practical compliance issues.

The most notable change is the inclusion of a new topic within Section III: Risks involved in employee data. This addition highlights the growing importance of managing employee data responsibly in the context of privacy laws.

Body of Knowledge Updates

The Body of Knowledge, now at version 1.3.2, has incorporated several new elements:

• EU Data Act: This addition underscores the importance of understanding broader legislative frameworks that impact data privacy.
• New Guidelines: Two new guidelines have been added:
  • Facial recognition technology in law enforcement (05/2022)
  • Dark patterns in social media platform interfaces (3/2022)

• Risks in Employee Data: This topic is also included here, focusing on potential risks associated with social media and AI systems.

Additionally, the Data Privacy Framework is now explicitly named, providing clarity and focus within the exam content.

Emerging Topics

The IAPP has identified two emerging topics that candidates should be aware of, although they are not yet fully integrated into the textbook:

• GDPR’s Relationship with Other Global Legislations: Understanding how GDPR interacts with privacy laws in the U.S., U.K., Switzerland, and Germany is becoming increasingly important.
• Ransomware Breach Notification Procedures: As cyber threats evolve, knowing how to handle ransomware incidents is crucial.

Preparation Tips

Despite these updates, the foundational knowledge of GDPR remains central to the exam. Candidates should ensure they are well-versed in all aspects of GDPR, as it continues to be the cornerstone of the CIPP/E certification.

• Focus on Section II: Given its substantial weight, a strong understanding of European Data Protection Law and Regulation is essential.
• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of new guidelines and legislative changes, as these can influence the exam content.
• Practical Application: Emphasize understanding how to apply privacy laws in real-world scenarios, particularly in compliance and risk management.
• Get familiar with the Body of Knowledge and the Blueprint of the CIPP/E exam, you can find these documents here: https://iapp.org/certify/get-certified/cippe/
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In summary, while the 2024 updates to the CIPP/E exam are not extensive, they reflect ongoing developments in the field of data privacy. Candidates should focus on both the existing core content and the new additions to ensure comprehensive preparation.

Link to the CIPP/E Exam updates of 2023: https://cipptraining.com/upcoming-changes-to-the-cipp-e-exam-in-2023-what-you-need-to-know/