Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our platform:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and contact details.
• Academic Records: Transcripts, certificates, and prior educational history submitted during admission.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our LMS, including login times, course progress, and IP address.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used strictly to support your educational journey and improve our institutional services. This includes:

• Delivering programme content, assessments, and certifications.
• Communicating important academic updates, policy changes, and administrative notices.
• Improving our platform's functionality and user experience through aggregated analytics.

3. Data Storage & Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data. All information is stored on encrypted, secure servers with restricted access. We continuously monitor our systems for vulnerabilities and adhere to industry-standard data protection protocols.

4. Sharing of Information

IBCS does not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only:

• With approved academic partners and examination bodies strictly for certification purposes.
• When required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you. You may also request corrections to inaccurate information or the deletion of your account and associated data, subject to legal and academic record-retention requirements.

6. Cookies

Our website and LMS utilize cookies to maintain session states, remember your preferences, and track aggregate usage patterns. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform.

8. Contact for Privacy Concerns

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@ibcsnigeria.com.

9. NDPR Compliance Statement

This policy complies with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). We are committed to safeguarding the privacy rights of all our users in accordance with national laws.