The MIM Certified AI Practitioner programme provides professionals with the knowledge to manage AI projects, understand AI fundamentals, and drive responsible AI adoption in alignment with business strategies.
The MIM Certified AI Practitioner programme equips professionals with the strategic and technical understanding to drive AI adoption within their organisations. Delivered by the Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM), this certification enables participants to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. Participants will learn the fundamentals of AI, lifecycle management, governance, and integration strategies across various industries. Designed to build confidence in working with technical teams and managing AI projects, this course supports responsible AI implementation that aligns with business goals and risk standards.
Participants for the Certified AI Practitioner program must meet the following minimum requirements:
• Have minimum two years demonstrated professional experience in industry. Must successfully complete the AI Practitioner examination within 6 months of enrollment.
• Evolution of AI from symbolic systems to deep learning and generative AI.
• Historical milestones, including the rise of big data and AI-driven industries.
• Core AI technologies: Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision and Speech Processing.
• Supervised and unsupervised learning, foundational AI algorithms and data-driven decision-making.
• End-to-end AI lifecycle: design, data collection, model building, validation and deployment.
• Case studies in financial services, logistics, and digital economy applications.
• Global and Malaysian AI governance frameworks.
• Ethical considerations, regulatory compliance and risk management strategies.
The syllabus for the Certified AI Practitioner program encompasses a broad spectrum of topics crucial for professionals who want to understand AI programs and applications. These topics are divided into several domains and participants' knowledge is tested through an exam. The examination will consist of a single exam of three (3) hours duration which consists of 100 multiple choice questions. Participants must achieve a passing mark of 80% or more for successful certification.
Rohit K. Upadhyay is the Founder and CEO of RiskAI Technologies GmbH, with over 15 years of experience in machine learning, data technologies, and distributed systems. He has led the development of more than a dozen FinTech and data-driven platforms and established AI programmes for financial institutions, enterprises, and government bodies, translating technical expertise into practical, high-impact solutions. As a trainer and advisor, Rohit has guided Fortune Global 500 companies in integrating AI into business strategy, particularly in regulated sectors. He created one of the world’s first AI leadership programmes for industries like finance and healthcare. Delivered globally, his programmes help organisations lead effectively and responsibly in the AI era. He holds a B.Eng. from McGill University and serves on the Board of Directors at NewOak Finance Inc., New York.