Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy and protect the personal information entrusted to the School of Corporate Reputation (SCR) through responsible practices aligned with global data protection standards.

1. Introduction

The School of Corporate Reputation (SCR) collects and processes personal data to deliver certification programmes, learning experiences, advisory services, and research on corporate reputation. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and the rights available to individuals.

2. Information We Collect

• Contact details such as name, email, phone, and mailing address.
• Professional information including job title, employer, industry, years of experience, and certifications held.
• Exam, training, and assessment records covering registration, participation, scores, and continuing professional development activities.
• Organisational information submitted as part of partner applications, consultancy enquiries, or reputational assessments.
• Payment information processed securely through authorised providers; we do not store full payment card data.
• Website usage data gathered via cookies, analytics scripts, and server logs.

3. How We Use Information

• Administer certification exams, training programmes, and academic offerings on corporate reputation.
• Verify credentials and maintain accurate certification records on the SCR public registry.
• Deliver consultancy, reputational assessments, benchmarking studies, and partner activities.
• Communicate updates, service notices, research insights, and promotional offers (with consent where required).
• Improve our services, research outputs, and digital properties through analytics and user feedback.
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements applicable to SCR.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on one or more of the following legal bases depending on the context:

• Performance of a contract (e.g., delivering certification or consultancy services).
• Legitimate interests (e.g., maintaining accurate certification records and protecting the integrity of our credentials).
• Legal obligation (e.g., responding to regulatory inquiries).
• Consent (e.g., marketing communications, newsletter subscriptions, and cookies where required).

5. Data Sharing

• Accredited Training and Exam Partners receive limited data to deliver authorised SCR programmes.
• Academic, corporate, and government partners may receive data needed to support joint initiatives or research.
• Vendors supporting our operations (IT, payment processing, customer support, exam proctoring) access data under confidentiality agreements.
• The public certificate verification registry may display certification status, holder name, and credential details where mandated or with consent.
• Data may be shared when required by law or to protect SCR's legitimate rights.

6. International Transfers

SCR operates globally. When data is transferred across borders, we implement safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms to protect personal information.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, or to resolve disputes. Certification and credential records may be kept indefinitely so that issued credentials remain verifiable.

8. Individual Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion or restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
• Object to processing, including direct marketing.
• Request data portability.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details provided below.

9. Security Measures

We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

10. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to deliver essential functionality and analyse usage. Where required, we provide cookie notices and obtain consent. You may adjust your browser settings to manage cookies, though certain services may be impacted.

11. Third-Party Links

Our digital properties may link to external sites. SCR is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties; we encourage you to review their policies.

12. Contact Information

Questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy can be directed to:
School of Corporate Reputation
Email: info@schoolofcorporatereputation.org

13. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes are posted on this page with an updated effective date.