Applied-level certification for AI governance in practice
The CGP certification is oriented toward professionals who participate in AI initiatives, risk assessments or oversight processes, and who need to work with governance frameworks, documentation and controls in day-to-day settings.
- Applied-level focus on governance implementation in projects and oversight contexts.
- Emphasizes documentation, cross-functional interaction and practical governance tasks.
- Positioned between CGA (Analyst) and CAGL (Leader).
Who CGP is intended for
CGP is designed for individuals who already engage with AI initiatives or governance tasks and need structured, practice-oriented orientation.
Risk, compliance & legal roles
For those who support AI-enabled initiatives from a risk, compliance or legal standpoint and need a consistent governance lens.
Certification pathwayProduct, data & technology functions
For those designing or supporting AI-enabled systems who need governance-aware framing.
Governance standardsProgram, operations & governance roles
For professionals who coordinate AI initiatives, maintain governance documentation or support decision forums.
Leadership level – CAGLWhat CGP aims to enable
Outcomes describe orientation, not job guarantees or mandated responsibilities.
Frameworks in practice
Ability to work with governance frameworks as they appear in projects, processes and review activities.
Documentation perspective
Understanding how documentation supports governance, within the rules and expectations of local institutions.
Cross-functional coordination
Awareness of governance tasks across legal, risk, engineering, product and other teams.
Ethics & oversight
Ability to identify where ethics and oversight considerations may arise in AI initiatives.
High-level structure of CGP themes
A conceptual outline, not a detailed syllabus.
- Applied governance frameworks for AI initiatives.
- Risk & controls perspective with AI-enabled systems.
- Documentation & artefacts supporting governance tasks.
- Roles, forums & workflows in oversight processes.
- Practice-oriented scenarios based on common AI use cases.
How themes may be delivered
Institutions and organizations may implement CGP-aligned content differently:
- As part of advanced electives or modules.
- As practitioner-focused upskilling for teams.
- As a structured element of internal AI governance programs.
- In alignment with legal, risk or technology capability-building.
Actual format and integration are determined by participating institutions and organizations.
Assessment & exam orientation
Orientation only — final specifications are governed by exam policies.
Scenario-based assessment
Candidates analyze governance considerations in structured scenarios, within program boundaries.
Applied concept checks
Focus on applying governance concepts, not memorizing definitions.
Alignment with policies
Exam rules, formats and scoring follow IIAIG’s certification policies.
View exam policiesHow CGP fits in the certification pathway
CGP sits between CGA (foundation) and CAGL (leadership). Some begin at CGA; others may enter at CGP based on experience.
Relationship to roles & qualifications
CGP complements degrees, training and experience but does not replace formal education, licenses or regulatory requirements.
Complementary orientation
CGP adds professional structure; interpretation is determined by institutions and employers.
Recognition & positioningLocal interpretation
Each organization or school decides how CGP is used in its own context.
Evolving description
Positioning will evolve along with the field and IIAIG updates.
Considering CGP for yourself or your teams?
CGP is designed for applied governance roles. Choose the level that matches your experience.
Delivery formats, credit decisions and integration depend on participating institutions and organizations.