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the need for Certifications

Noted business professor Tom Davenport on Certifications:

 

"Many other professions—doctors, attorneys, engineers, and so on—have well-defined classification and certification approaches, and their fields have gained trust and influence as a result." 

                          - From Harvard Data Science Review 

new! Certified IG Officer/AI (CIGO/AI)

* Certification in AI Governance Keeps You a Step Ahead:

* AI Standards, Models, & Frameworks

* AI Governance in Lifecycle of AI Development

*Leveraging Information Governance Models and Best Practices

* AI Gov for RIM, Privacy, Security, Risk Mgmt, IT, Business Units

* The Role of Auditing in AI Governance

* CIGO/AI Practice Exam + CIGO/AI-certified Mentor

Benefits of cigo Certification

Certification distinguishes professionals with the CIGO credential apart from those without it:

* CIGO® credential demonstrates proven expertise in InfoGov

* Enhances credibility to clients and employers

* Improves standing in hiring process and shows excellence in IG

* Provides competitive advantage over non-certified individuals

* Public recognition of professional achievement

* Networking with an elite community of IG professionals worldwide

About CIGO EXAM & Certification

Exam Design

Online Testing

Online Testing


The CIGO® exam series was developed and designed with the input of 50+ IG experts from around the world, who specialize in various facets of IG, including Privacy, Security, eDiscovery, Info Risk, Data Governance, and Data Monetization. Also vertical market specialists in the Legal and Healthcare sectors contributed.

Online Testing

Online Testing

Online Testing

Our testing program is monitored by remote proctors using special tools and is 100% online! So when you have completed your  CIGO®  Exam Prep training, studied your notes and are ready to test, you can do so in the privacy of your home or at work. 

Eligibility

Online Testing

Eligibility

Applicants must have a 5 years of total education and experience to sit for the exam. So, with a 4-year university degree, you only need 1 year of IG experience; or with 2 years of college, you will need 3 years of IG experience; with 1 year of college, you will need 4 years of IG-related experience. 

Exam Topics

Packaged Pricing

Eligibility

 

CIGO® exam topics include the major facets under the IG umbrella, which are covered in the CIGO® Prep class: Privacy, Information Security, eDiscovery, Information Risk Management, Analytics, Infonomics, Data Governance, Records Management, IG Program Management,.

Packaged Pricing

Packaged Pricing

Packaged Pricing


We offer several options, including live online classes and on demand, to meet your needs. The complete CIGO Maxx™ package includes the live CIGO® Prep class, a practice exam, 3 core eBooks, including Information Governance: Concepts, Strategies, & Best Practices (Wiley, 2020) by Robert F.Smallwood,plus Infonomcs (by Doug Laney) and Non-Invasive Data Governance (Seiner), the proctored online exam,  2 year CIGOcertification. 1 calendar year membership in CIGOA & more, including webinars and virtual summits. 

Recertification

Packaged Pricing

Packaged Pricing


Certified IG Officers (CIGO®) are required to maintain and update professional competencies over the course of the 2-year certification period. CIGOs must earn 20 approved Continuing Education Credits (CEC) annually, through continuing education or training, participation at IG events, or publication of articles or books

Group packages

Train & Certify Your Team

Interested in upgrading your workforce? With our CIGO Team™  package, we have discounted corporate training & testing packages starting with 5 team members, going up to 25+. You'll enhance your organization's credibility, improve your IG posture and protect your organization. Also, vendors can drive more sales with a knowledgeable, consultative workforce. Email 'Certification AT CIGOA dot org' or call us today at 1- (888) 325-5914 

Online Proctoring Using Advanced Technologies

How Online Proctoring Strengthens the CIGO® Certification:

  

- Easier access to professional certifications


- No travel to a physical testing location required


- Eliminate travel and incidental costs


- Ability to be assessed when and where it’s convenient and comfortable


- Authenticate identities to make sure we are testing the right person


- Full recording provides evidence of exam session


- Free technical support available if something goes wrong


Q: What do your proctors watch during an exam?

We're looking for potential aberrant behavior during exams such as looking off screen, accessing unpermitted materials, speaking aloud, or allowing other people in the room. Additionally, our artificial intelligence (AI) works to assist proctors in identifying small lighting or sound adjustments and unique behavioral patterns that may warrant further inspection.  

100% Online Training & Testing

With our 100% Online approach, you can study and test in the privacy or your home or office. 

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CIGO Candidate Handbook & COURSE SYLLABUS

The CIGO® Candidate Handbook offers guidelines on testing and test preparation, including ADA accommodation requests. 

Also available is the syllabus for the CIGO® Prep Training Course. Download instantly below:

CIGO Candidate Handbook June 2020 (pdf)

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CIGO Prep Course SYLLABUS (pdf)

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CIGO & CIGO/AI Certification Training, Mentoring, & Testing

Next CIGO Training class is June 23, 25, 27, 1pm-5pm ET, Includes training, mentoring, and testing.


Next CIGO/AI Class will be held August 4, 6, 8 from 1pm-5pm ET, Includes training, mentoring, and testing.

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