Put Data Governance Into Action with Confidence

Data governance success depends on more than frameworks and policies — it requires practical execution and sustained leadership. This micro-credential dives into the essential practices, tools, and strategies that transform governance plans into measurable business results. Through six targeted modules, participants will build skills in stewardship, program and project management, risk mitigation, and change leadership, all grounded in real-world application.

Designed as both a stand-alone course and a key part of the Applied Data Governance Certification Exam preparation, this course takes learners beyond theory and into impactful practice within their organizations.

How This Micro-Credential Works

Your final step toward mastering applied data governance.

As the third course in the three-part ADGP Certification Education Program, this micro-credential can also be completed independently. With self-paced modules and a practical assessment, participants will explore how to implement, manage, and sustain data governance programs. Upon completion, you’ll earn a certificate of completion and CEUs, strengthening your professional skills and profile.

Why Choose This Micro-Credential?

Learn how to lead governance initiatives from concept to execution.

Data Governance in Practice focuses on the “doing” of governance — equipping professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement, manage, and measure governance success. You’ll gain strategies for building stewardship programs, managing governance projects, assessing risk, and sustaining long-term adoption.

• Micro-Credential CEUs: 14
• We offer several bulk licensing options for corporate and group use.
• Contact us for a follow-up discussion!

Is This Micro-Credential Right for You or Your Team?

Ideal for professionals tasked with leading, managing, or scaling governance efforts.

If you’re responsible for executing data governance strategies — or want to be — this micro-credential is designed for you. It’s ideal for:

• Governance leaders, program managers, stewards, and project managers driving governance initiatives
• Data professionals preparing for the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) Certification Exam
• Teams looking to build execution skills in stewardship, risk management, and program governance
• Organizations seeking to embed governance into business operations, reduce risk, and support data-driven transformation

Put Data Governance Into Practice and Deliver Results

By the end of this micro-credential, you’ll be able to:

• Implement and operationalize governance frameworks and operating models tailored to your organization’s structure and needs.
• Build, launch, and scale data stewardship programs that support governance execution and accountability.
• Manage data governance as an enterprise-wide program aligned with business priorities, risk management, and digital transformation.
• Apply project management best practices — both traditional and agile — to plan, execute, and measure governance initiatives.
• Assess organizational readiness for governance and develop implementation or revitalization strategies that drive long-term success.
• Embed governance into daily operations using structured communication, stakeholder alignment, and continuous feedback.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate data-related risks across the data lifecycle using governance-based approaches.
• Align governance activities with compliance, privacy, and data protection protocols to reduce risk and ensure accountability.
• Coordinate people, processes, and technologies to maximize governance impact and foster a data-driven culture.
• Measure the effectiveness and sustainability of governance efforts using performance metrics, feedback loops, and adoption indicators.

Your Learning Path: Explore the Modules

Gain practical knowledge through six focused modules:

1. Frameworks and Organizational Structures for Data Governance: Learn how to select, customize, and operationalize governance frameworks and operating models that align with your organizational strategy, risk profile, and culture.
2. Foundations of Data Stewardship: Explore how stewardship supports governance implementation, quality, and accountability. Learn how to build, scale, and sustain stewardship programs that deliver lasting impact.
3. Data Governance Program Management: Understand how to manage data governance as an enterprise-wide program. Learn strategies for aligning governance with business priorities, sustaining stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption.
4. Data Governance Project Management: Apply project management principles to governance initiatives. Gain practical tools for planning, executing, and measuring governance projects that align with strategic goals.
5. Implementing or Revitalizing a Data Governance Program: Discover proven approaches for launching new governance programs or revitalizing existing ones. Learn methods for securing leadership support, driving adoption, and sustaining long-term success.
6. Risk Management and Data Governance: Learn how governance frameworks support proactive risk identification, assessment, and mitigation. Explore how to embed risk management practices into governance processes and protect enterprise data assets.

What’s Next After This Micro-Credential?

Complete the full ADGP Certification Education Program to help prepare you for the certification exam:

Micro-Credential One: Business Imperatives for Data Governance — Master the strategic drivers of governance, including business value, compliance, and change management.

Micro-Credential Two: Data Governance Foundations — Build core knowledge of governance frameworks, data stewardship, quality management, and policy development.

Take the Certification Exam

• 100-question multiple-choice exam (online, 2 hours)
• Based on the Applied Data Governance Body of Knowledge
• Assesses knowledge, skills, and applied competencies
• Psychometrically validated for fairness and reliability
• Earn the ADGP designation — a recognized professional credential
• You must get a 70% or higher to pass the exam

Prove your skills with a comprehensive, application-focused exam that validates your ability to apply governance principles in real-world scenarios.

Partnered for Your Success

DATAVERSITY® is a global leader in data governance education, conferences, and industry training.

PowerED™ by Athabasca University (AU) is a pioneer in on-demand learning, backed by AU’s legacy of online education excellence.

Together, we deliver practical skills, recognized credentials, and real-world value for today’s data professionals.

• We offer several bulk licensing options for corporate and group use.
• Contact us for a follow-up discussion!

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