cigo program overview
How Do I Register?
Join a Network of Top Governance Professionals
Take the Initiative
Select the package that suits your IG training needs:
Requires purchase of "AI Governance Playbook" by Smallwood & Surdak
CIGO/AI-A™ Agentic AI Governance
CIGO Prep: Live, Online Options
1) CIGO Maxx™ our full package including training, testing & 3 eBooks + IG Fundamentals On Demand
2) CIGO Pro™ for those who prefer to buy their books or have them already
3) CIGO Flexx™ On-Demand Training & Testing Option, available anytime
4) CIGO Team™ for groups of 5+ and up to 20 individuals at a team rate
Once you select your (live) online training & testing package, you'll receive an email asking which session you'd like to register for:
Take the Initiative
Join a Network of Top Governance Professionals
Take the Initiative
With the rapid adoption of AI in organizations, and the incredible risks and payoffs with Agentic AI, having a standardized governance plan is essential. Our approach is to extend InfoGov principles, models, and Best Practices to apply them to AI.That foundation is essential to successful AI implementations.
And with the spate of ransomware attacks and breaches, increasing compliance, Legal and eDiscovery challenges, InfoGov is more important than ever. Take the initiative: learn from the world's best and elevate your career!
Join a Network of Top Governance Professionals
Join a Network of Top Governance Professionals
Leading organizations worldwide have seen the value of investing in the CIGOA credentials for their team. You'll have the benefit of an assigned mentor, and once you complete your CIGO, CIGO/AI, or CIGO/AI-A certification, you'll join us for our regular monthly 'CIGO Meet n Greet' sessions.
2026 Online Training Schedule
2026
CIGO/AI Training Class
Aug. 31, Sept, 2 & 4
Live, Online
CIGO/AI-A (agentic AI) Training Class
Sept. 14, 16, 18
Live, Online
In-Person Training
CIGO/AI and CIGO/AI-A training Class
Oct. 12, 2026 at AI Gov World Conference
What to Expect
What to Expect
The CIGO/AI training & certification program is the most comprehensive available. Based on proved InfoGov principles, models, and best Practices, the course covers the responsibilities of key functional roles across the AI lifecycle.
In much the same way, the CIGO/AI-A training & certification on Agentic AI is grounded in InfoGov principles across the unique lifecycle of agentic AI implementations.
The CIGOA set of certifications are not easy credentials to earn.They are a challenge, and require dedication and diligent studying.
For CIGO,you'll be assigned reading from leading books on IG, Data Governance & Data Monetization.
You must get 70% on the exam to pass. If you have done the work, you'll pass the exam!
FAQs
What to Expect
Q: What are the requirements to apply for the CIGO credential?
A combined 5 years of education & work experience in IG-related jobs.
Q; What are the basic packages?
CIGO Flexx™ is our On-Demand learning option. We may offer live training from time to time. We also offer CIGO Team™ for 5+ members.
Q: What happens after I pass the exam and am CIGO certified?
You'll join an exclusive network of IG professionals! We hold regular Meet n Greets to exchange ideas and discuss the latest trends & challenges in IG.