Privacy Policy
School of Consulting
Effective Date: 1st January 2026
1. Introduction
School of Consulting (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, protect, and manage personal data in compliance with:
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The Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019
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The Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023
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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, where applicable
By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing (NDPR & GDPR)
We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
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Your consent
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Performance of a contract (e.g., programme registration)
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Compliance with legal obligations
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Legitimate business interests that do not override your rights
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
3. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information
We may collect personal data when you:
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Complete forms on our website
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Register for programmes or events
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Book consultations
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Subscribe to newsletters
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Make payments
Information collected may include:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Company name
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Professional background
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Billing details (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
B. Technical & Usage Data
We may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser and device type
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Location data (approximate)
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Pages visited
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Time spent on website
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Referral source
This helps improve user experience and website functionality.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your personal data may be used to:
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Process applications and programme enrolment
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Provide access to training materials
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Communicate about programmes and services
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Send newsletters and marketing content (with consent)
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Improve service delivery
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Maintain records
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Comply with legal requirements
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We may share personal data with trusted third parties strictly for service delivery purposes, including:
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Website hosting providers
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Payment processors
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Email marketing platforms
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Technology service providers
All third parties are required to:
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Maintain confidentiality
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Process data securely
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Comply with NDPR and GDPR standards where applicable
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any cross-border data transfers.
6. International Data Transfers (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred outside the EEA.
Where such transfers occur, we ensure:
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Adequate safeguards are implemented
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are used where necessary
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Transfers comply with GDPR requirements
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures including:
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Secure hosting environments
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Encrypted data transmission (SSL)
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Access control systems
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Password-protected databases
While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no system can guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
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Fulfil the purposes for which it was collected
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Maintain business and financial records
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Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
When no longer required, data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
9. Your Data Protection Rights
Under NDPR and GDPR (where applicable), you may have the right to:
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Request access to your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
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Restrict processing
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Object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
In Nigeria, complaints may be directed to the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
10. Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Improve website functionality
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Analyse traffic
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Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies via your browser settings.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
School of Consulting
Email: admin@schoolofconsulting.com
Website: www.schoolofconsulting.com