PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation – Self-Study
PECB Self-Study Training
Build a clear understanding of the core principles and requirements of ISO/IEC 42001 and artificial intelligence management systems through PECB Foundation training. Study independently using the learning materials provided through the applicable PECB enrolment.
What’s Included
PECB self-study learning materials provided through the applicable enrolment
12 months of access to the applicable course materials/enrolment, subject to PECB terms
PECB exam package, including the first exam attempt and one retake, subject to PECB terms
Certification application fee and first-year PECB Annual Maintenance Fee included where applicable to the certification path
CyberCognize PECB Enrolment & Next Steps Guide plus enrolment support
Course: PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation
Delivery: Self-Study
Study mode: Independent self-study
Access: 12 months, subject to PECB terms
Course Overview
ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation introduces the principles, structure and core requirements of an artificial intelligence management system.
The course provides a practical starting point for understanding how organisations can establish governance, responsibilities, processes and controls for the responsible management of AI systems.
It is suitable for professionals who need foundational knowledge of AI governance and ISO/IEC 42001 before moving into implementation, audit or specialist AI-governance roles.
Who Should Attend
Professionals seeking an introduction to ISO/IEC 42001
Managers involved in AI governance, risk, compliance or technology oversight
Members of teams supporting an AIMS
AI, data, security, privacy and governance professionals
Individuals beginning an ISO/IEC 42001 certification pathway
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisite applies. A general awareness of artificial intelligence, governance, risk or management systems can be helpful.
Learning Objectives
Understand the purpose and principles of an AI management system
Become familiar with the structure and requirements of ISO/IEC 42001
Recognise key governance roles and responsibilities for AI
Understand risk, controls, monitoring and continual improvement within an AIMS
Build a foundation for further ISO/IEC 42001 implementation or audit study
Course Outline
Introduction to AI management systems
AI governance context and management-system concepts
Purpose and structure of ISO/IEC 42001
Core ISO/IEC 42001 requirements
Context, leadership, planning and support
Operational governance and AI-related controls
Monitoring and improvement
Performance evaluation, review and corrective action
Continual improvement of the AIMS
Certification preparation
Review of foundation concepts
Preparation for the associated certificate exam
Exam & Certification
Exam Details
Exam: PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam
Duration: 1 hour
Type: Multiple-choice
Format: Closed book for the current multiple-choice Foundation format
Questions / assessment: 40 for the current multiple-choice Foundation format
Exam languages: Multiple languages are available. The language review performed for CyberCognize identified a broader exam-language set than the Self-Study material-language set, including Azerbaijani, Japanese and Polish. Verify the current complete PECB exam-language list before publishing the full list.
Delivery: Refer to the current List of PECB Exams for online/paper availability by language.
Exam / certification terms: PECB states that after passing the exam, candidates can apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation certificate. The live course page also provides the applicable exam-fee/retake terms.
Certification Requirements
The requirements for the ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation certificate are as follows:
PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation
Exam: PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam
Professional experience: None
MS audit/assessment experience: None
AIMS project experience: None
Other requirements: Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
This Self-Study option is designed for learners who prefer to work independently using the learning materials provided through the applicable PECB enrolment.
After purchase, CyberCognize will process your enrolment with PECB. Your course access, learning materials, and applicable PECB instructions will be provided separately once your enrolment has been completed.
Your purchase also includes the CyberCognize PECB Enrolment & Next Steps Guide, which explains what happens after checkout and how your access will be issued.