ACi Academy · Flagship certification

Certified Corporate Investigator (CCi)

A 19-module, self-paced online certification covering the full lifecycle of a corporate investigation — built around the eight Pillars and developed by senior in-house investigators.

Who it's for?

In-house investigators wanting to formalise their craft
HR, ER, legal and compliance professionals running cases
Investigation leaders looking to upscale their teams
Aspiring professionals looking to joing the investigations community

What's included?

Triage & assessment of incoming concerns
Investigation planning & scoping
Evidence acquisition & handling
Investigative interviewing techniques
Defensible reporting & documentation
Stakeholder management throughout the lifecycle
And much more besides

Key benefits

Enhanced professional credibility
Recognition from industry peers
Access to senior investigator roles
Competitive advantage in the job market
Join the CCi alumni network

The four pilars of a corporate investigation

The CCi curriculum is structured around the formal Pillars that underpin a defensible corporate investigation. Each module builds on the foundational knowledge of the ACi Corporate Investigators Handbook.
1
Triage & Asesment
2
Scoping & Planning
3
Evidence & Aquisition + Interviewing
4
Reporting & Stakeholder Management

Ready to certify your practice?

Enrol as an individual or speak with our team about implementing certification across your organisation

Supporting Excellence in Investigations

Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced practitioner, ACi provides opportunities to connect, learn and contribute through membership, events and training.
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