Course Overview
This ISO 42001:2023 Awareness Course provides a clear and practical introduction to the world’s first international standard for managing Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly.
As AI becomes more widely used across industries, organisations must ensure systems are safe, ethical, and aligned with business and societal expectations. This course introduces the concept of an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) and explains how ISO 42001 helps organisations govern AI effectively.
Designed for employees at all levels, this course requires no prior knowledge and focuses on building awareness of AI risks, responsibilities, and best practices.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand what ISO 42001:2023 is and why it is important
- Explain how an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) works
- Identify key AI risks, including bias, data quality, and transparency issues
- Understand AI lifecycle thinking and governance principles
- Recognise the importance of AI roles, responsibilities, and accountability
- Understand AI risk management and impact assessments (AIIA)
- Gain awareness of Annex A controls and ISO clause structure (4–10)
- Understand the basics of certification and continual improvement
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for:
- Employees working with or alongside AI systems
- Organisations introducing or using AI technologies
- Teams supporting ISO 42001 implementation
- Anyone looking to understand responsible AI and governance fundamentals
Why This Course Matters
AI presents significant opportunities—but also new and complex risks.
Poorly governed AI can lead to:
- Bias and unfair decision-making
- Lack of transparency and accountability
- Legal, reputational, and ethical issues
This course helps you:
- Understand how AI impacts individuals and organisations
- Support responsible and ethical AI use
- Reduce risks associated with AI systems
- Build confidence in AI governance practices
Course Structure
The course is divided into structured modules with short, easy-to-follow lessons. Most lessons are delivered through video, supported by practical examples and activities, with a written summary at the end of the course.
Lesson 1 — Introduction to ISO 42001
- What ISO 42001 is
- Why AI needs its own management system
- Who the standard applies to
Lesson 2 — How ISO 42001 Works (Clauses 4–10)
- Structure of the standard
- Clause-by-clause breakdown
- Annex A, B, and C overview
Lesson 3 — Key Concepts in AI Governance
- AI roles and responsibilities
- AI lifecycle thinking
- Documented information
Lesson 4 — AI Risk Management
- What makes AI risk different
- Risk treatment approaches
- Role of Annex A controls
Lesson 5 — AI System Impact Assessment (AIIA)
- Understanding AI impacts
- Structure of an impact assessment
- Ethical and societal considerations
Lesson 6 — Operating an AI Management System (AIMS)
- Competence and awareness
- Lifecycle controls
- Continual improvement
Lesson 7 — Certification and Next Steps
- Certification overview
- Why organisations use ISO consultants
- Final summary
- Next steps
