ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation — E-Learning
Get acquainted with the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) based on ISO/IEC 42001. No prerequisites.
Who should attend?
- Professionals seeking a fundamental understanding of the ISO/IEC 42001 requirements
- Managers and consultants seeking to learn more about artificial intelligence management
- Individuals involved in the management or implementation of AI systems
- Individuals tasked with overseeing AI-related projects
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
Course outline
Part 1
Introduction to the artificial intelligence management system (AIMS) and ISO/IEC 42001 — context, policy, and risk management planning.
Part 2
Artificial intelligence management system (AIMS) — support, operation, performance evaluation, internal audit, management review, continual improvement — followed by the certificate exam.
The outline follows the official PECB course agenda (≈2 days of content). As e-learning is self-paced, it indicates content volume rather than a fixed schedule.
Learning objectives
- Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of artificial intelligence management
- Describe the main requirements of ISO/IEC 42001 for an AI management system (AIMS)
- Identify approaches, methods, and techniques used for implementing, managing, and improving an AIMS
Examination
Duration: 1 hour
Competency domains covered:
- Domain 1 — Fundamental principles and concepts of an artificial intelligence management system (AIMS)
- Domain 2 — Artificial intelligence management system (AIMS)
Certification
After passing the exam, you can apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation credential. No professional experience is required for the Foundation credential.
- Pass the ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam
- No professional, audit, or project experience required
- Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
What's included
- PECB e-learning access on the myPECB platform — video lectures by PECB expert trainers
- Official PECB training materials in English (200+ pages of information, examples, exercises, and quizzes)
- First exam attempt + one free retake within 12 months
- Certification application fee and first-year Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF)
- 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits
Frequently asked questions
How long is the exam?
The exam takes 1 hour and covers two competency domains.
When and how do I take the exam?
The exam is taken online via PECB Exams (myPECB). After completing the course, you schedule the date and time yourself — sessions run across time zones and each session has limited seats, so booking early is recommended.
In which languages can I take the exam?
The exam language is independent of the course language. Sessions are available in English and many other languages, including Turkish, French, Spanish, and German — you pick the language when scheduling on myPECB.
What happens if I fail the exam?
You can retake the exam free of charge within 12 months of your first attempt.
Are the exam and certification fees included?
Yes. The price includes the first exam attempt, one free retake, the certification application fee, and the first year's Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF). There is nothing extra to pay.
Is the course content in English?
Yes. E-learning content — videos and training materials — is delivered in English on the myPECB platform.
Course content, prerequisites, examination, and certification requirements are based on PECB's official course brochures and pecb.com course pages.