Basel Institute on Governance

Certificate in Compliance

Strengthen your organisation’s compliance framework with the Certificate in Compliance, endorsed by the Basel Institute on Governance and offered by MIM. Gain the tools to lead ethical, risk-aware and regulation-aligned business practices in just three days.

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Overview

The Certificate in Compliance, awarded by the Basel Institute on Governance (Switzerland) in collaboration with the Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM), is a 3-day programme that equips professionals with practical skills to manage compliance, strengthen internal controls, and embed ethical practices. Aligned with global standards and rooted in the Malaysian context, it features real-world case studies and risk governance frameworks, and forms part of the pathway to the Diploma in Corporate Governance and Compliance.

Your Learning Outcomes

Grasp core principles of compliance and its role in organisational success.

1

Navigate Malaysian compliance frameworks and regulatory expectations.

2

Develop and implement effective internal compliance systems.

3

Identify and manage conflicts of interest and ethical risks.

4

Understand risk governance processes and control mechanisms.

5

Translate governance concepts into practical compliance strategies.

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Analyse real-world compliance failures and lessons learned.

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Lead ethical, transparent, and responsible compliance functions.

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Contribute to a culture of accountability and performance integrity.

9 Designed for

• CEOs, Chief Executives and Directors • Head of Departments • Senior Managers • Managers • Public Sector Leaders, Industry Leaders and Policy Academics

Completion Requirements

To successfully complete this certificate, participants must:

Complete pre-assigned readings.

Attend all face-to-face training sessions (21 hours per certificate).

Actively participate in workshops and discussions.

Achieve a satisfactory score on the assessments.

Final Diploma Assessment

After completing all three certificates, participants are required to submit a written assessment (2,000–2,500 words) in English to the Basel Institute on Governance. This paper should reflect their ability to apply the learned concepts in a real-world setting. A virtual interview may be requested to discuss the submission.

Training Modules

Modules framework for professional development

The Fundamentals of Corporate Governance

Introduction to the basic concepts of governance
Principles of corporate governance
Corporate governance developments in Malaysia
Key players in the Malaysian corporate governance framework
Different forms of governance
Consequences of weak governance
Case studies of corporate governance failures
Roles and responsibilities of board members, CEOs, senior management, and oversight bodies

Risk Governance and Management

Introduction to risk governance and management
Defining risk and risk types
The process and framework of risk management
Implementing effective internal controls
Identifying and managing conflicts of interest
Case studies on risk governance challenges and reforms

Making Governance a Reality

Incentives, behaviour and organisational culture
Performance and remuneration alignment
Practical examples of good and bad governance practices
Discussions on governance in the Malaysian context and future directions
Governance in practice – strategies for implementation

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Subject Matter Expert

Ms. Vaneesa Veerappan

Over 20 years of professional experience across education, finance, risk management, internal audit, and business continuity. Specialist in corporate governance, compliance, risk management, and internal controls. Former Chartered Accountant in the airline industry, leading a team of 40 in revenue accounting. Transitioned into internal audit, focusing on ensuring alignment with organisational policies and strategic goals. Started her training career as a Risk Management Practitioner; known for her engaging and practical training style. Recipient of the “Excellence in Training” award by Astro Malaysia’s Human Resources Division. Conducts training for both corporate and public-sector audiences across governance, compliance, and audit domains.

What Our Participants Say

What participants are saying about their learning experience with us.

The course was practical, insightful, and well-paced. The real-world examples and case studies clarified complex compliance concepts and made the sessions highly engaging and relevant to my work.

Renuga Kumari

This programme provided solid foundational knowledge in compliance, while the interactive activities and peer discussions gave me exposure to diverse perspectives across industries.

Suo Kuen Saw

A well-structured and highly informative course. The combination of expert input, real-life scenarios, and group interaction made the learning experience both enjoyable and impactful.

Eugene Yoong

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