Learn how to ensure effective development of secure and transparent AI models with the Data Space Professional Qualification Programme.

About the Data space fundamentals course

Data Spaces are becoming a core element of the EU’s data strategy and an important enabler of secure data sharing and new collaboration models across supply chains. Data Space Fundamentals provides a clear and practical introduction to what Data Spaces are, how they work, and why they matter in practice.

This course is part of the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA) Qualification Programme and is the first step in a series of seven courses. It gives you the essential foundation for further specialisation and for working towards an internationally recognised certification in Data Spaces.

What You Will Learn

Data Space Fundamentals provides a professional introduction to the principles behind secure, trustworthy, and transparent data sharing across organizations and sectors. You will be certified in the fundamental understanding of key concepts such as governance, trust, and data sovereignty, as well as insight into how data spaces are designed, governed, and applied in practice — from architecture to operation.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • You will be able to explain to your organisation what a data space is and why it is central to future compliance and supply chain access and management.
  • Understand the principles of governance, trust, and data sovereignty.
  • Foundational tools to identify use cases and business potential within data spaces.
  • Communicate clearly about key concepts and roles in a data space.
  • Be part of the network of likeminded professionals with focus on new data space initiatives.


Is the data space course relevant for you?

This course is the entry point for the IDSA Professional Qualification Programme. It is designed for professionals who wish to engage in secure and compliant data sharing and serves as the prerequisite for those aiming to specialise in the following roles:

  • Data Space Consultants: Professionals who guide companies on adoption, strategies, governance models, and technology selection.
  • Data Space Operation Engineers: Professionals responsible for the day-to-day management, operation, and maintenance of data spaces.
  • IDS Components Developers: Professionals who develop technological components and solutions for data spaces.

Course Content

This two-day course provides a professional introduction to:

  • What a data space is and why it matters.
  • Governance, trust, and data sovereignty.
  • Business models and value creation in data spaces.
  • Practical challenges related to implementing and operating data sharing in ecosystems.

 

Examination and certification

The exam is registered online with Baidata (Spain) following the course. Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certification certificate from the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA). This certification validates your foundational knowledge and grants you access to the advanced levels of the Data Space Professional Qualification Programme.

The IDSA examination fee is included in the course price. The online examination will take place one to two weeks after the course.