Course benefits:

Understand the basics of ISO 42001.

Learn how to implement AI governance in a company.

Add AI governance and AIMS expertise to your resume.
This beginner-level course is designed to teach you the key information you need to understand Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) based on the ISO 42001 standard.

You’ll learn how ISO 42001 helps make artificial intelligence trustworthy, secure, unbiased, and reliable through structured AI governance — presented in an easy-to-understand and practical way, with a focus on real-world implementation.
After passing the ISO 42001 Foundations exam, you will receive a certificate that proves your proficiency in the ISO 42001 standard.

This ISO 42001 Foundations course is divided into two parts:

A video library: lessons and practical information about the basics of the regulation.

ISO 42001 Foundations certification exam: upon successful completion of the exam, you will get a certificate and a badge for your LinkedIn profile to highlight your qualifications.

Who should attend:

Team members involved in ISO 42001 implementation

Middle or senior management responsible for AI systems and governance

Individuals seeking to start or advance a career in AI governance or compliance

Scholars and researchers interested in the governance of AI technologies

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to attend the ISO 42001 Foundations course. However, prior experience with AI or IT systems will help you understand the course material more quickly.

Course co-authors: Dejan Kosutic and Punit Bhatia.
Introduction

Introduction to the course

Module 1 - Introduction to ISO 42001

Introduction to Module 1

What is ISO 42001?

The structure of ISO 42001

General objectives for AI [Annex C.2]

Introduction to the Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)

Implementation of ISO 42001 according to PDCA cycle

Implementing ISO 42001 as a project

Documenting the AIMS

Benefits of ISO 42001

Related standards and regulations

Explanation of basic AI terminology

Understanding machine learning and its main types

Understanding neural networks and their types

Main components of an AI system

AI system life cycle

Certification FAQs

Recap Quiz

Module 2 - The planning phase

Introduction to Module 2

Understanding the organization and its context [Clause 4.1]

Understanding the needs and expectations of interested parties [Clause 4.2]

Determining the scope of the AIMS [Clause 4.3]

AI management system [Clause 4.4]

Leadership and commitment [Clause 5.1]

AI policy [Clause 5.2]

Organizational roles, responsibilities, and authorities [Clause 5.3]

Resources [clause 7.1]

Competence [clause 7.2]

Awareness [Clause 7.3]

Communication [Clause 7.4]

Documented information [Clause 7.5]

Recap Quiz

Module 3 - Risk Management, Impact Assessment, Objectives, and Changes

Introduction to Module 3

Addressing risks and opportunities [Clause 6.1.1]

AI risk management process [Clause 6.1]

Defining an AI risk management methodology [Clause 6.1]

AI risk identification [Clause 6.1.2, Annex A.4, and Annex C.3]

AI risk analysis and evaluation [Clause 6.1.2]

AI risk treatment and Statement of applicability [Clause 6.1.3]

AI system impact assessment [Clause 6.1.4, Annex A.5]

Setting AI objectives [Clause 6.2]

Planning of changes [Clauses 6.3]

Recap quiz

Module 4 - Implementation & Operation of the AIMS

Introduction to Module 4

Operating the AIMS [Clause 8]

Operational planning and control [Clause 8.1]

Implementing the AI risk assessment and treatment [Clause 8.2 and 8.3]

Implementing the AI system impact assessment [Clause 8.4]

Integration of ISO 42001 with ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 9001 [Annex D.2]

Recap quiz

Module 5 - Monitoring, Review, & Improvement

Introduction to Module 5

The basics of monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation [Clause 9.1]

Implementing monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation [Clause 9.1]

Internal audit [Clause 9.2]

Management review [Clause 9.3]

Continual improvement [Clause 10.1]

Nonconformities and corrective actions [Clause 10.2]

Recap Quiz

Module 6 - Overview of Annexes A and B

Introduction to Module 6

Purpose and structure of annexes A and B

Policies related to AI [Annex A.2 and B.2]

Internal organization [Annex A.3 and B.3]

Resources for AI systems [Annex A.4 and B.4]

Assessing impacts of AI Systems [Annex A.5 and B.5]

Management guidance for AI system development [Annex A.6.1 and B.6.1]

AI system life cycle [Annex A.6.2 and B.6.2]

Data for AI systems [Annex A.7 and B.7]

Information for interested parties of AI systems [Annex A.8 and B.8]

Use of AI systems [Annex A.9 and B.9]

Third-party and customer relationships [Annex A.10 and B.10]

Recap Quiz
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What is the deadline for attending the video lectures?

There is no time limit, so you can take as long as you need to watch the video lectures. We do, however, recommend that you watch them all within one to two weeks so that you get the most benefit from them.

What is needed to access the ISO 42001 Foundations online training?

All you need to access the course is your PC, Mac, or mobile device; any major browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, etc.); and a broadband Internet connection. And, of course, enough available time to devote to the course.

What do I need to know before attending the course?

You don’t need any prior knowledge or experience in the implementation — the ISO 42001 Foundations course was designed so that a beginner to these topics will understand it.

How do I get certified?

It's simple:

Watch the complete videos of all of the lessons, and answer all of the practice questions.

Pass the online exam.

About the ISO 42001 Foundations exam

When will I receive the certificate for the course?

After watching all of the video lessons, you may take the certification exam. If you earn a passing score, you will be issued the certificate. Please note that during the exam, an online proctoring service will verify your identity and ensure that you take the exam without assistance. Click here to learn more about our online proctoring service.

What does it take to pass the exam and earn the certificate?

The course materials (video lectures, quizzes, reading materials, practice exams, and other resources) are all you need to successfully pass the certification exam and receive your ISO 42001 Foundations certificate.

How many questions are on the exam?

There are a total of 30 questions on the exam. Some of them are True/False questions, while the others are multiple-choice questions, and all correctly answered questions are worth 1 mark.

How much time is allowed for the exam?

The time allowed to answer all the questions on the ISO 42001 Foundations exam is 45 minutes. However, please reserve an additional 15 minutes of your time for a system checkup before you start the exam session

In which language is the exam?

The exam is in English.

Where will I take the examination?

The ISO 42001 Foundations certification exam can be taken online, from anywhere. To make this possible, we employ an online proctoring service. Click here to learn more.

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Course Instructor

Dejan Kosutic

CEO & Lead Expert for ISO 27001 and ISO 42001

Leading expert on cybersecurity and AI governance and the author of several books, articles, webinars, and courses. As a premier expert, Dejan founded Advisera to help small and medium businesses obtain the resources they need to become compliant with EU regulations and ISO standards. He believes that making complex frameworks easy to understand and simple to use creates a competitive advantage for Advisera's clients, and that AI technology is crucial for achieving this.

As an ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 expert, Dejan helps companies find the best path to compliance by eliminating overhead and adapting the implementation to their size and industry specifics.

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ISO 42001 Foundations Course

Introduction

Module 1 - Introduction to ISO 42001

Module 2 - The planning phase

Module 3 - Risk Management, Impact Assessment, Objectives, and Changes

Module 4 - Implementation & Operation of the AIMS

Module 5 - Monitoring, Review, & Improvement

Module 6 - Overview of Annexes A and B

Advisera holds International Accreditation from ASIC

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What does it take to pass the exam and earn the certificate?

How many questions are on the exam?

How much time is allowed for the exam?

In which language is the exam?

Where will I take the examination?

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