Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Center for Management Development (CMD)
Effective Date: January 2026
The Center for Management Development (CMD) respects the privacy of its website visitors, clients, partners, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy explains how CMD collects, uses, stores, protects, and manages personal information obtained through its website and related services.
By accessing or using the CMD website, users agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. About the Center for Management Development (CMD)
The Center for Management Development (CMD) is committed to providing professional training, leadership development programs, conferences, research initiatives, and institutional capacity building services for public sector institutions, private organizations, and development partners.
As part of these services, CMD may collect certain information from individuals who visit the website, register for programs, submit inquiries, or participate in CMD activities.
2. Information We Collect
CMD may collect both personal and non personal information through the website.
Personal Information
Personal information refers to data that can identify an individual. This may include:
• Full name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Organization or institution
• Job title or position
• Country or location
• Mailing address
• Professional background information
• Payment and billing information for program registrations
• Any other information voluntarily provided through contact forms, registration forms, or event submissions
Non Personal Information
CMD may also collect non identifying information such as:
• Internet protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited on the website
• Duration of visits
• Referring websites
• Website interaction patterns
This information helps improve website functionality and user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
CMD uses collected information for legitimate organizational purposes, including:
• Processing registrations for conferences, training programs, and workshops
• Responding to inquiries and requests submitted through the website
• Communicating information about upcoming programs, events, and services
• Sending newsletters, announcements, and updates
• Processing payments and issuing invoices or receipts
• Improving website content, services, and user experience
• Conducting research and institutional program evaluation
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
CMD does not sell personal information to third parties.
4. Communication and Marketing
CMD may use contact information provided by users to send communications such as:
• Program announcements
• Conference invitations
• Training opportunities
• Research publications
• Institutional newsletters
• Event reminders and updates
Users may opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by contacting CMD or using the unsubscribe option provided in communications.
5. Cookies and Website Technologies
The CMD website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and website performance.
Cookies are small data files stored on a user's device that help websites recognize returning visitors and remember preferences.
Cookies may be used to:
• Understand website usage patterns
• Improve navigation and functionality
• Monitor website performance
• Provide relevant content to users
Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings. However, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. Third Party Services
CMD may use trusted third party service providers to support website operations and program delivery. These may include:
• Payment processing services
• Email communication platforms
• Website hosting providers
• Data analytics services
• Event registration systems
These providers are required to protect user information and use it only for authorized purposes.
CMD is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites that may be linked from the CMD website.
7. Data Protection and Security
CMD implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
These security measures may include:
• Secure website hosting environments
• Access control to sensitive data
• Encrypted communication where applicable
• Regular monitoring of website systems
While CMD strives to protect personal information, no online data transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Data Retention
CMD retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:
• Program administration
• Institutional reporting
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Organizational record keeping
When information is no longer required, CMD takes reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize the data.
9. International Users
CMD programs and conferences may involve participants from multiple countries. By submitting personal information through the CMD website, users understand that their information may be processed and stored in different jurisdictions where CMD operates or where service providers are located.
CMD ensures that personal information is handled responsibly regardless of location.
10. Children's Privacy
CMD services are designed for professionals, government officials, researchers, and institutional stakeholders. The CMD website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
CMD does not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
11. User Rights
Users may have certain rights regarding their personal information, including the right to:
• Request access to personal information held by CMD
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal information where applicable
• Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities
Requests regarding personal data may be submitted to CMD using the contact information provided below.
12. Policy Updates
CMD may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, organizational practices, or website services.
When updates occur, the revised policy will be published on the CMD website with the updated effective date.
Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy periodically.
13. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or personal data handling, please contact:
Center for Management Development (CMD)
Email: info@cmd.gov.ng
Website: www.cmd.rw
CMD is committed to maintaining transparency, protecting personal information, and ensuring responsible data management practices.