Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) — Question 163

Understanding the sensitivity of personal data that an organization holds is a crucial step for a privacy professional attempting to do what?

Answer options

• A. Convince stakeholders to increase the funding for the privacy program.
• B. Determine the maturity of the privacy program in relation to current laws.
• C. Form a starting point for assessing the adequacy of the privacy program.
• D. Decide how comprehensive oversight of its privacy program needs to be.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because understanding the sensitivity of personal data is foundational for evaluating the privacy program's effectiveness. Options A, B, and D, while related to privacy programs, do not directly stem from the understanding of data sensitivity and its implications for assessment.