Cyberport and SGS today announced the launch of the new “AI Trust: ISO/IEC 42001 AIMS Training Pathway” programme. The programme aims to strengthen trustworthy AI governance capabilities and equip participants to address increasingly complex technical governance, risk management, regulatory and compliance challenges in the deployment of AI.
In the era of “AI for all”, the training pathway is centred on ISO/IEC 42001, the world’s first international standard for AI management systems. It provides comprehensive coverage of key areas including AI governance, risk management, compliance requirements and continual improvement. The programme enables participants to gain an in-depth understanding of the requirements and best practices set out in the international standards, thereby empowering enterprises to implement AI responsibly and strengthening stakeholder confidence. It will also help nurture a talent pool with internationally recognised knowledge and professional qualifications in AI management systems, supporting the sustainable development of the AI ecosystem in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.
Provided by the Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB), the training pathway covers three core ISO/IEC 42001 courses: Foundation, Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor. Participants can undertake self-paced online learning through the SGS Academy Hong Kong’s iLearn platform, allowing them to arrange their study flexibly around their schedules. Upon successful completion, participants will receive PECB-recognised continuing professional development (CPD) hours and an e-certificate of completion.
Throughout the programme, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the core requirements and best practices of ISO/IEC 42001, enabling enterprises to establish systematic AI governance frameworks and strengthen their capabilities in managing AI-related risks, compliance requirements and responsible AI applications. The flexible learning model is well-suited to enterprises of different sizes, innovation and technology teams, research institutions and professionals, and is particularly relevant to enterprises and teams using Cyberport’s AI Supercomputing Centre (AISC), reinforcing Cyberport’s commitment to promoting responsible AI development and driving digital transformation.
Henry Li, Head of Industry Partnership at Cyberport, said: “As the adoption of artificial intelligence accelerates, enterprises need to establish robust governance structures and risk-management mechanisms while pursuing technological innovation. AI is not only a major driver of global technological development, but also an area in which Cyberport has developed substantial expertise through its long-standing focus on innovation and technology. SGS brings extensive experience and professional credibility in testing, inspection, and certification, which closely aligns with Cyberport’s commitment to promoting the responsible AI development. Through this collaboration, we hope to equip enterprises and their employees with knowledge of international standards and best practices, while further strengthening Hong Kong’s AI talent pool.”
Miranda Kwan, Director of Business Assurance at SGS in Hong Kong, stated: “We are pleased to collaborate with Cyberport to support the industry through the ISO/IEC 42001 training programme. By helping stakeholders adopt international standards and strengthen their AI risk management capabilities and the trustworthiness of AI systems, the programme will lay a solid foundation for responsible AI development in Hong Kong.”
As a PECB-authorised training partner, SGS is also committed to working with Cyberport to nurture AI talent equipped with internationally recognised knowledge and practical capabilities. Under the collaboration framework, Cyberport and SGS will record and verify participants’ practical experience across different technology fields through project-based practice and verification mechanisms. This will support the establishment of internationally recognised records of AI talent development and further promote the training and career development of AI professionals. The training is designed for professionals across a range of roles, including AI developers, project leads, compliance officers and risk-management professionals. It equips participants with practical skills relevant to their respective roles, while providing effective support for the planning, implementation and oversight of AI-related projects.
The courses are now open for enrolment through the Cyberport Academy. They are open to enterprises and individuals committed to advancing AI development, with no limit on enrolment*.
*Remarks: Terms and conditions applied.
Cyberport and SGS have launched the “AI Trust: ISO/IEC 42001 AIMS Training Pathway”. Through a staged learning pathway comprising Foundation, Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor courses, the programme helps enterprises establish trustworthy AI management systems, nurtures AI governance talent equipped with international standards, and supports the sustainable development of the AI ecosystem in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.
About Hong Kong Cyberport
Wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital tech hub and AI accelerator, with a vision to empower industry digitalisation and intelligent transformation, to promote digital economy and AI development, and to foster Hong Kong to be an international AI, innovation and technology (I&T) hub. Cyberport gathers over 2,400 companies, including 30 listed companies and 10 unicorns. 40% of onsite companies’ founders come from 28 countries and regions, while Cyberport companies have expanded to over 35 global markets.
Cyberport, with Hong Kong’s largest AI Supercomputing Centre and AI Lab as the engine, has been building the AI ecosystem with industry-leading AI companies and over 500 AI and data science start-ups. Through development of tech clusters, namely AI, data science, blockchain and cybersecurity, Cyberport empowers industries across smart city and government, banking and finance, digital entertainment, culture and tourism, healthcare, education and training, property management, construction, transportation and logistics, green environment and more, while hosting Hong Kong’s largest FinTech community. Commissioned by the HKSAR Government, Cyberport has implemented proof-of-concept and sandbox schemes, subsidisation for digital tech adoption, industry tech training and start-up incubation, to drive technology R&D, translation and commercialisation, thus propelling digital transformation and intelligent upgrade across industry and society.
Also as “State-level Scientific and Technological Enterprise Incubator” and Hong Kong’s key incubator, Cyberport supports entrepreneurs with funding and office space, extensive networks of enterprises, investors, technology corporations and professional services for business growth and expansion to Chinese Mainland and overseas markets, all-round facilitation for landing in Hong Kong, talent attraction and cultivation, ready as a launchpad to take start-ups in any stages of development to the next level.
For more information, please visit https://www.cyberport.hk/en.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
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