PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 AIMS Foundation

Why Choose Garranto Academy for ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation Training?

Garranto Academy delivers a comprehensive, certification-aligned foundation programme that equips professionals with the essential knowledge to establish, implement, and govern an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) based on the international ISO/IEC 42001 standard. The course bridges AI technology and management system disciplines, combining expert instruction with scenario-based discussions and exam preparation. Participants leave not only ready to pass the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam, but also capable of contributing immediately to responsible AI governance, risk management, and ethical AI practices within their organisations.

Course Overview:

The ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation – Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) Training & Certification Program is a 2-day, instructor-led course that introduces the core concepts, principles, and requirements of ISO/IEC 42001. Covering the entire AIMS lifecycle—from leadership and planning to operational controls, performance evaluation, and continual improvement—the programme provides a structured understanding of how to govern AI responsibly. Through interactive lectures, case-based learning, quizzes, and examination preparation sessions, participants gain the foundational knowledge to support AI governance initiatives and successfully attempt the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation certification.

What You'll Learn in Our ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation Course?

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• ✓Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS).

• ✓Understand the structure and purpose of ISO/IEC 42001.

• ✓Describe the key requirements of ISO/IEC 42001 for establishing and maintaining an AIMS.

• ✓Understand AI governance, ethical AI principles, and responsible AI practices.

• ✓Identify AI-related risks, opportunities, and compliance requirements.

• ✓Understand approaches for implementing, managing, monitoring, and improving an AIMS.

• ✓Recognise the importance of performance evaluation, internal audits, and continual improvement.

• ✓Prepare for the ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation certification examination.

Prerequisites

• ✓No formal prerequisites are required.

• ✓Basic awareness of artificial intelligence concepts and management systems is beneficial but not mandatory.

Course Outlines:

Module 1 — Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• ✓AI Concepts and Principles

• ✓Introduction to ISO/IEC 42001

• ✓AI Governance and Responsible AI

• ✓AI Risks, Ethics, and Compliance Requirements

Module 2 — Fundamental Concepts of ISO/IEC 42001

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Structure of ISO Management System Standards

• ✓PDCA Model and Risk-Based Thinking

• ✓Context of the Organization

• ✓Interested Parties and AI Stakeholders

• ✓Scope of the Artificial Intelligence Management System

Module 3 — Leadership and Planning for AIMS

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Leadership and Commitment

• ✓AI Policy and Organizational Objectives

• ✓Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities

• ✓AI Risk Assessment and Treatment

• ✓AI Governance Planning

Module 4 — Support and Operational Controls

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Competence and Awareness

• ✓Communication and Documentation Requirements

• ✓Operational Planning and Control

• ✓AI System Lifecycle Considerations

• ✓Supplier and Third-Party Management

Module 5 — Performance Evaluation and Improvement

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis, and Evaluation

• ✓Internal Audit Fundamentals

• ✓Management Review Process

• ✓Nonconformity and Corrective Action

• ✓Continual Improvement

Module 6 — Implementation Approaches for AIMS

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Methods and Techniques for Implementing AIMS

• ✓Integration with Existing Management Systems

• ✓AI Governance Best Practices

• ✓Organizational Readiness for ISO/IEC 42001

• ✓Practical Implementation Considerations

Module 7 — Certification and Examination Preparation

• ✓Key Concepts:

• ✓Overview of Certification Process

• ✓Examination Structure and Competency Domains

• ✓Sample Questions and Practice Quiz

• ✓Examination Preparation Guidance

• ✓Course Review and Learning Consolidation

Course Outcomes:

Upon completing the "ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation" course, participants will be able to:

• ✓Understand the purpose and benefits of implementing an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS).

• ✓Interpret the key clauses and requirements of ISO/IEC 42001.

• ✓Identify AI governance and risk management considerations within organisations.

• ✓Apply fundamental AI management principles to support responsible AI implementation.

• ✓Understand operational controls, documentation, and performance evaluation requirements for AIMS.

• ✓Support organisational initiatives related to AI governance, compliance, and continual improvement.

• ✓Demonstrate readiness for the ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation certification examination.

• ✓Contribute to the responsible, ethical, and trustworthy use of AI systems within organisations.

Key Benefits of Learning ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation

Position yourself at the forefront of the emerging AI governance landscape with globally recognised certification preparation. This course gives you a structured, standards-based vocabulary to lead conversations on AI risk, ethics, and compliance. You'll be able to support your organisation in establishing a certifiable AIMS, building trust with customers and regulators, and systematically addressing the unique challenges of AI systems—from bias and transparency to operational accountability.

How ISO/IEC 42001 AIMS Transforms Organisational AI Governance

ISO/IEC 42001 moves AI management from ad-hoc, reactive oversight to a proactive, integrated management system. By applying the plan-do-check-act cycle specifically to AI, organisations can systematically identify risks, assign accountability, monitor performance, and drive continual improvement. This foundation course equips professionals to be the catalysts for that transformation, embedding responsible AI into the fabric of how the organisation operates, rather than treating it as an afterthought.