AI Ethics, Governance & Risk Management

Programme Objectives
This programme aims to enable participants to:

• Understand the ethical landscape of AI and the responsibilities of organisations and leaders in responsible AI deployment.
• Analyse AI governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and international standards relevant to Malaysian and global contexts.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks including bias, privacy violations, explainability failures, and reputational exposure.
• Apply structured ethical decision-making models to real-world AI implementation scenarios.
• Design and strengthen AI governance structures, accountability mechanisms, and oversight processes within their organisations.
• Develop an AI Ethics Action Plan aligned with organisational values, strategic objectives, and regulatory obligations.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to:

• Explain core AI ethics principles: fairness, accountability, transparency, explainability, privacy, and human oversight.
• Evaluate AI governance frameworks and apply them to assess organisational readiness and compliance gaps.
• Identify and prioritise AI risks using structured risk assessment tools and impact analysis.
• Apply ethical decision-making models to navigate complex AI dilemmas and stakeholder tensions.
• Design governance structures including AI ethics policies, review boards, and accountability workflows.
• Formulate an AI Ethics and Risk Management Action Plan for their department or organisation.

• Understanding the ethical dimensions of AI: autonomy, agency, and human oversight
• Key ethical principles: Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, Explainability, Privacy, and Safety (FATEPS)
• The consequences of unethical AI: bias in hiring, discrimination in credit scoring, opaque medical diagnostics► Global and regional regulatory landscape: EU AI Act, UNESCO AI Ethics Recommendation, and Malaysia's AI governance developments
• Case study discussion: AI ethics failures and lessons learned

• Reviewing international frameworks: OECD AI Principles, NIST AI Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 42001 AI Management System
• Roles and responsibilities in AI governance: board oversight, AI ethics committees, data stewards, and model owners
• Aligning AI governance with corporate governance, ESG obligations, and strategic objectives
• Building an AI governance architecture: policies, standards, guidelines, and review processes
• Workshop: Assessing your organisation’s AI governance readiness (gap analysis exercise)

• Sources of AI risk: data quality, algorithmic bias, model drift, adversarial attacks, and vendor risk
• Conducting AI risk identification: threat modelling, risk registers, and impact mapping
• Applying risk assessment frameworks: likelihood × impact matrices, risk appetite, and risk tolerance
• Regulatory and compliance risks: data protection (PDPA), sector-specific AI obligations, and cross-border data flows
• Group exercise: Identifying and mapping AI risks in a simulated deployment scenario

• Navigating ethical grey areas: balancing efficiency, fairness, and competing stakeholder interests
• Managing pressure to deploy AI rapidly versus responsible deployment timelines
• Stakeholder mapping in AI decisions: users, employees, regulators, and affected communities
• Practical scenario workshop: Ethical dilemmas in AI hiring tools, customer profiling, and automated decision-making
• Day 1 Reflection and Key Takeaways

• Technical risk controls: model validation, explainability tools (XAI), fairness auditing, and adversarial testing
• Governance controls: human-in-the-loop requirements, escalation protocols, and override mechanisms
• Third-party and vendor AI risk: due diligence, contractual safeguards, and supply chain risk
• Data risk management: data provenance, consent management, and data minimisation principles
• Building an AI Risk Register: structure, ownership, and review cycles

• Responsible AI deployment principles: human oversight, meaningful consent, and non-manipulation
• AI monitoring and performance management: drift detection, bias audits, and incident response
• Transparency and explainability obligations: communicating AI decisions to users and regulators
• AI incident management: classification, escalation, investigation, and lessons learned
• Sector focus: AI applications in aviation, banking, healthcare, and public sector — ethics in context

• Integrating AI ethics into organisational culture: training, awareness, and communication strategies
• Employee responsibilities and rights in AI-enabled workplaces
• Whistleblowing and reporting mechanisms for AI ethical breaches
• Engaging stakeholders and building public trust in AI systems
• Integrating AI ethics into strategic planning, procurement, and performance management

• Action Plan components: governance gaps, priority risks, treatment strategies, policy recommendations, and KPIs
• Peer review and group presentations of action plans
• Facilitator feedback and refinement
• Programme summary: key frameworks, principles, and commitments
• Certificate presentation and programme close

Interactive Facilitation
Instructor-led discussions, Q&A, and guided reflection on real-world AI ethics challenges.    

Case Studies
Analysis of high-profile AI ethics cases from global and regional organisations.

Group Workshops
Collaborative exercises simulating real AI deployment decisions, risk assessments, and governance challenges.    

Frameworks & Tools
Practical templates, checklists, and decision models participants can use immediately in their roles.

Video & Media
Selected clips and multimedia to illustrate AI ethics concepts and real-world impacts.    

Capstone Action Plan
Each participant leaves with a personalised AI Ethics & Governance Action Plan for their organisation.

SHAHARIZAN (SHAH) SALLEH

• B.A. (Hons) in Jurisprudence, University of Oxford, UK
• Accredited HRD Corp Trainer

PROFILE SUMMARY

Shah Salleh is a corporate trainer, consultant, and writer with over 25 years of cross-industry experience spanning education, holding companies, financial institutions, media, FMCG, oil & gas, manufacturing, and ICT.

Specialising in Human Resources, he has held leadership roles across all facets of HR — from business partnering, recruitment, and industrial relations, to compensation & benefits, talent development, and training — leading HR functions across seven countries. His work integrates strategic HR management with operational efficiency, making him a sought-after facilitator for both government and corporate sectors.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & CONTRIBUTIONS

• National-Level Program Involvement: Panel trainer for the Professional Certificate of Human Resources Management (Industrial Relations) under Program Latihan Madani — a national initiative to strengthen HR capabilities among Malaysian MSMEs.
• State-Level Leadership Development: Facilitator for the Focus Group Discussion at the Selangor Leadership Forum organised by Akademi PKNS, contributing to state-level leadership and policy dialogue.
• Program Design & Adoption: Developed the Creative and Analytical Skills module for the PROTÉGÉ fresh graduate program (via Symphony Digest), which was adopted as a recurring core training program.
• Repeat Engagements with Government Agencies & GLCs:
• Bioeconomy Corporation – from BEST Program for fresh graduates to multiple modules in their Leadership Development Program.
• MIDA – from AI & productivity training to Strategic Leadership programs.
• SME Corp Malaysia – from Senior Management training to HoD and Manager-level programs.
• Capacity Building Impact: Trained over 2,000 participants, including more than 1,200 government officers and GLC employees in leadership, communication, HR management, and productivity skills.

TRAINING PORTFOLIO
Shah began his journey as an internal corporate trainer, delivering programs beyond HR to include communication, leadership, writing, and managerial skills. Since 2019, his portfolio has expanded to include high-impact, government-focused programs in both classroom and online formats.

 Core Areas Delivered:

• Communication Skills
• Leadership Development
• Writing Skills for the Workplace
• Managerial & Supervisory Skills
• Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations
• Productivity & Process Improvement

SELECTED GOVERNMENT & GLC CLIENTELE
Federal Ministries & Agencies

• Ministry of Finance Malaysia – Tax Division
• Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDNM) – Corporate & Non-Corporate Tax Audit Sections
• Department of Manpower (JTM)
• Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
• SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp Malaysia)
• Registrar of Societies (RoS)
• Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN)
• Institute for Youth Research Malaysia (IYRES)
• Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB Malaysia)

 Statutory Bodies & State Agencies

• Akademi PKNS (Centre for Leadership Excellence) – Selangor
• Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA)
• SIRIM Berhad
• Malaysian Palm Oil Green Conservation Foundation (MPOGCF)

 Government-Linked Companies (GLCs)

• Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
• Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB)
• Prokhas Sdn Bhd
• Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation

 International Engagement

• Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) – Consultancy

TRAINING STYLE
Shah is known for his engaging, results-oriented delivery, blending theory with practical workplace application. His sessions are interactive, thought-provoking, and tailored to participants’ real-world challenges, ensuring learning is immediately transferable to the job.

CONSULTING WORK
When not conducting training, Shah provides consulting services in:

• Business Process Improvement
• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Relations

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Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

1. By Credit card: You can opt to register and pay online with our latest payment integration system through our website.
2. Bank Transfer- You can also opt to bank transfer payment via local / international banks. Please send payment slip as proof of payment.
3. HRD Corp Claimable Courses Skim Bantuan Latihan Khas - Applicable to Malaysian Employer Only

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