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Dr. Sivanesan Sivakaruniam

Board Chairman

Dr. Sivanesan is a premier authority in organizational resilience, bridging the gap between high-level corporate governance and technical operational excellence. With over 30 years of experience across the Big 4, public sectors, and multi-national corporations, he specializes in transforming complex risk landscapes into sustainable business advantages. His unique expertise integrates financial oversight, cybersecurity auditing, and ESG frameworks to build transparent, accountable, and future-ready organizations.

Doctoral Level Governance & Sustainability

Doctorate (PhD) in Governance, Enterprise Risks, and Sustainability

This is his highest academic achievement, focused on the integration of risk management with long-term corporate sustainability.

Research Focus

His expertise in “Governance & Risk in a Charitable Setting” provides a definitive blueprint for integrating accountability with operational excellence.

Masters & Bachelors Business Intelligence

Masters in Business Systems (M.BizSys)

Obtained from Monash University, this degree focuses on how information technology and data systems drive business decisions.

Bachelor of Economics (Accountancy)

Also from Monash University, this provides the foundational financial and auditing expertise that underpins his work in Internal Audit and Fraud Detection.

Specialized Diplomas ESG & Innovation

Specialist Diploma in Sustainability Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

This credential marks him as a leading authority in modern ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks.

Professional Diploma in Digital Innovation

Focuses on the “Digitalization and Innovation” aspect of modernizing corporate processes.

Extensive Training & Mentorship Experience

Dr. Siva leverages over 30 years of corporate leadership and a decade of specialized instructional experience to provide risk-informed training for high-level stakeholders.

Master Trainer for Large Corporates & Public Sector

He has served as a Master Trainer and Facilitator for the Auditor-General’s Office, various Singaporean Ministries, and leading banks.

Keynote Speaker & Industry Evangelist

A sought-after speaker at various Internal Audit Forums and Conferences, presenting on global trends in BCM, ERM, and the impact of Automation and AI on financial professions.

Specialized Technical Facilitator

He conducts high-level technical workshops in specialized fields, including

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➞ Governance & Risks ○Training for Boards and CEOs on Fiduciary Duties and Conflict of Interest.

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➞ Advanced Analytics  Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) for healthcare and renewable energy groups.

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➞ Operational Excellence Lean Six Sigma (up to Black Belt level), ISO Certifications (9001, 14000, 31000), and Project Management.

Curator of Training Roadmaps

Beyond delivery, he designs the strategic architecture for learning, having implemented ERM Training Roadmaps and curated Audit Risk-based working frameworks.

Compliance & Ethics Educator

He has trained organizations on Whistleblowing, Anti-Bribery, Corruption, and Personal Data Protection (PDPA) frameworks.

Multi-Disciplinary Instructor

His training portfolio extends to modern workplace competencies, including Artificial Intelligence at the Workplace, Design Thinking, and Accounting Fundamentals for Non-Finance Managers.

Certified Adult Educator

He holds the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning & Performance (ACLP) from the Institute of Adult Learning (IAL) and is an HRDC Accredited Trainer in Malaysia.

AI at the Workplace

Specialized in training organizations on the practical and ethical implementation of Artificial Intelligence within professional environments

Impact of Automation

A leading voice on how automation reshapes Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk, providing masterclasses on these trends to Finance Professionals.