Data Governance and Compliance in Google Workspace

Managing organizational data securely is a critical responsibility for any modern administrator or business owner. As teams collaborate online, establishing clear boundaries around data access, sharing, and retention is essential to prevent leaks and maintain regulatory compliance. This text-based course guides you through the core principles of data governance within the Google Workspace ecosystem. You will transition from understanding basic security concepts to implementing robust data loss prevention strategies and modern access controls. What you'll learn: Understand foundational data governance concepts, terminology, and administrative roles; Configure data loss prevention (DLP) rules to protect sensitive organizational information; Establish data retention and archiving policies to meet legal and regulatory compliance; Apply modern zero-trust principles to manage user access and sharing permissions; Monitor and audit data activity using built-in security reports and investigation tools. The course starts with essential terminology and the basics of security administration before moving into practical policies, sharing controls, and compliance workflows. You will read detailed explanations and complete written scenario-based exercises to solidify your learning. Designed for aspiring administrators, system managers, and business owners new to data governance, this course requires no prior administrative experience. Start building a secure, compliant collaborative environment for your organization today.