ISO 42001 Foundation Course introduces the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence management systems and the principles of ISO/IEC 42001, framing an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). The training establishes a clear basis for understanding requirements, governance and AI integration in an organisational context.
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PROFESSIONAL LEVEL — practical application of methods in a professional context.
Why this course exists
To create a practical foundation and a common language in ISO/IEC 42001, AIMS/SGIA and implementation/operationalisation through a case study.
Many organisations begin adopting and scaling AI systems without a consistent basis of concepts, terminology, governance and operational understanding of the structure, requirements and controls of ISO/IEC 42001.
This course establishes a practical and applicable baseline of knowledge, supported by theoretical and practical sessions and by a case study, enabling professionals from different areas to understand, apply and support the implementation and operation of an AIMS, while also framing essential audit principles based on ISO 19011.
What this course enables you to do
Understand
Master fundamental Artificial Intelligence concepts (including Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning) and interpret ISO/IEC 42001 in the context of an AIMS.
Apply
Apply concepts and requirements in a real scenario through a case study, with high-level guidance for the implementation and operation of an AIMS.
Correlate
Relate ISO/IEC 42001 to relevant AI and governance standards and references (e.g. ISO/IEC 22989, ISO/IEC 38507, ISO/IEC 23894, ISO/IEC TR 24030) and other correlated international practices.
Audit (fundamentals)
Understand concepts, principles and best practices for AIMS auditing based on ISO 19011, in order to support audits and continual improvement.
Frameworks, standards and best practices addressed throughout the course
AIMS/SGIA (fundamental concepts)
Clause-by-clause overview
Annex A — AI controls (overview)
Annex B — guidance for controls
ISO/IEC 22989 (terminology & concepts)
ISO/IEC 38507 (AI governance)
ISO/IEC 23894 (AI risk management)
ISO/IEC TR 24030 (trustworthiness)
Applicable compliance, legislation and regulation
Correlated practices (ML, NLP, adversarial AI)
Value for the organisation
- Creates a common and applicable basis for teams involved in the adoption, implementation, operation and continual improvement of AI systems and of the AIMS.
- Accelerates internal alignment on ISO/IEC 42001 requirements, governance and controls (Annex A), reducing noise and divergent interpretations.
- Supports preparation for ISO/IEC 42001 compliance and certification initiatives, strengthening understanding of relevant standards and supporting practices.
- Introduces audit fundamentals (ISO 19011) to improve coordination between internal teams and audits (internal/external) in the AI context.
Introduction
The ISO 42001 Foundation course is based on the international standard ISO/IEC 42001 and follows a practical approach supported by a case study, in which participants are invited to apply Artificial Intelligence management concepts and requirements in a real scenario.
The course prepares participants to support the implementation and operation of an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS/SGIA), and provides the fundamental knowledge on audit concepts, principles and best practices based on ISO 19011.
The course addresses the fundamental concepts related to Artificial Intelligence, including concepts such as Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, and presents a clause-by-clause overview of ISO/IEC 42001 with high-level implementation guidance and discussions based on practical examples.
The course also addresses best practices for the implementation of the AI controls in Annex A of ISO/IEC 42001, based on the guidance provided by the standard itself in Annex B and other related Artificial Intelligence guidance.
As participants progress through the course themes, relevant standards and practices from the family of AI and governance standards are presented, including (among others) ISO/IEC 22989, ISO/IEC 38507, ISO/IEC 23894, ISO/IEC TR 24030, as well as other AI, cybersecurity, project management and correlated references (for example, concepts such as NLP or Adversarial AI). These references support the implementation and continual improvement of an AIMS and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements applicable in the AI context.
This course prepares participants for the personal certification BEHAVIOUR Certified Artificial Intelligence 42001 Foundation.
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General Objectives
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence and the main requirements and controls of ISO/IEC 42001.
- Know and understand the correlation of Artificial Intelligence standards, including ISO/IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 22989, ISO/IEC 38507, ISO/IEC 23894, ISO/IEC TR 24030, other related practices, and the legislation and regulation applicable in the AI context.
- Support an organisation in the implementation and operation of an AIMS based on ISO/IEC 42001, either as part of a team and/or during an implementation project.
- Understand the fundamental audit concepts and principles based on ISO 19011.
- Understand the various sources of requirements related to Artificial Intelligence in order to discuss with peers matters relevant to the development, operation and improvement of AI practices and AI systems within an organisation.
- Support the organisation in achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 42001 certification.
- Possess the knowledge required to successfully take the “BEHAVIOUR Certified Artificial Intelligence 42001 Foundation” certification exam and obtain a personal certification.
Target Audience
- Consultants, auditors, managers or professionals in Artificial Intelligence, risk, information security and/or IT.
- CISOs, CIOs, CSOs, CCOs and senior executives/managers responsible for ensuring the alignment and delivery of value of Artificial Intelligence and AI systems to the organisation through an AIMS based on ISO/IEC 42001.
- Professionals responsible for AI Governance, including its interrelationship with information security, cybersecurity and IT within the organisation.
- Any professional (AI, IT, compliance, information security, business or other areas) involved in the establishment, implementation, operation and/or continual improvement of an AIMS based on ISO/IEC 42001.
- Anyone who wishes to learn the fundamentals of ISO/IEC 42001.
Prerequisites
There are no mandatory formal prerequisites. However, other specific requirements may apply, where relevant, depending on the quotation/proposal presented (please consult the proposal).
Programme
Introduction to the course
Artificial Intelligence standards and compliance with legislation and regulation
- AI standards and compliance requirements (applicable legislation and regulation)
- How to frame compliance in the context of an AIMS
- The relationship between governance, risk and trustworthiness in AI
Progressing towards ISO/IEC 42001 Certification
- Purpose and benefits of an AIMS based on ISO/IEC 42001
- Overview of the certification cycle and key points of attention
- Main evidence and expected practices
Artificial Intelligence fundamentals and related concepts
- Fundamental AI concepts
- Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning
- Correlated concepts (e.g. NLP, adversarial AI) — an applied view for the management context
Presentation and overview of AIMS requirements (Part 1 – Clauses 4 to 6)
- Context of the organisation
- Leadership
- Planning
Presentation and overview of AIMS requirements (Part 2 – Clauses 7 to 10; Annexes A to D)
- Support
- Operation
- Performance evaluation
- Improvement
- Annex A (AI controls) and implementation guidance (based on Annex B)
- Annexes C and D — overview and framing
Introduction to audit concepts and principles based on ISO 19011
- Fundamental audit principles and concepts
- Framing internal/external audits in AIMS
- Good practices for preparation and evidence
Exam(s) and Certification
Exam “BEHAVIOUR Certified Artificial Intelligence 42001 Foundation”
The exam covers the following competence domains:
- Domain 1: Artificial Intelligence fundamentals and related concepts
- Domain 2: Requirements of the ISO/IEC 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System (Clauses 4 to 10; Annexes)
- Domain 3: AI controls in Annex A and implementation guidance (Annex B)
- Domain 4: Fundamental audit concepts and principles based on ISO 19011
Language(s): Portuguese and English.
Duration: 1 hour.
Format: Multiple choice.
Results: Pass or Fail.
Issuing entity: Behaviour (legal entity), through its certification service Behaviour Certification Services.
Retake: 1 free retake within a maximum period of 2 months after the result of the initial exam.
Certification
After successfully completing the exam and accepting/signing the applicable agreement and Code of Ethics, the candidate achieves the credential Certified Artificial Intelligence 42001 Foundation, issued by Behaviour (legal entity), through its certification service Behaviour Certification Services.
A Certificate and a Digital Certification Badge will be issued to participants who successfully complete the certification exam and satisfy all requirements of the certification for which they are applying.
The personal certification programme “Certified Artificial Intelligence 42001 Foundation” is designed and maintained in accordance with the ISO/IEC 17024 standard.
Certification programmes are valid only for individuals (not companies), and the award and maintenance of certification depend on the exam result, professional experience and compliance with the applicable agreement/Code of Ethics.
If the professional does not comply with the agreement/Code of Ethics, the certification is not granted or is revoked.
Other Information
General Information
- Training available in Portuguese or English.
- Online training materials in Portuguese or English, with online access, in accordance with the awarded conditions.
- Practical methodology (case study).
- Behaviour digital Training Attendance Certificate with 16 CPD/CPE credits.
- Online Certification Exam, in Portuguese or English. The exam may be taken up to 2 months from the course start date.
- If the candidate does not pass the exam, they are entitled to one free retake within a maximum period of 2 months from the release date of the initial exam result.
- Digital Certification Diploma and Digital Certification Badge after successfully passing the exam and completing the application process. This process has no associated cost.
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Benefits
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- ISO/IEC 42001 defines requirements for an auditable and internationally recognised AIMS, supporting responsible AI governance.
- It enables the structuring and operationalisation of AI management practices, strengthening trust, consistency and evidential capability.
- The course is based on the BEHAVIOUR pedagogical model, with a personal certification programme in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024.
- It addresses the knowledge required to support the implementation and operation of an AIMS and provides an overview of correlated standards and practices (terminology, governance, risk, trustworthiness).
- The exam is supervised by an official BEHAVIOUR administrator.
- In case of failure, there is 1 free retake within a maximum period of 2 months after the result of the initial exam.
Logistics
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- Live Online (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- Classroom (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- 14 hours of synchronous training, distributed across 2 consecutive days
- Estimated 2 hours of guided autonomous work, intended for content consolidation and exam preparation, carried out flexibly outside the synchronous sessions
- Requirements: computer with stable internet, browser, PDF reader and audio/video
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