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Information Security & AI ISO/IEC 42001 2023

Artificial Intelligence Management

International standard for artificial intelligence management systems. Specifies requirements for responsible AI development and use, covering governance, risk, transparency, and continual improvement.

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About This Standard

ISO/IEC 42001 is the first international standard for artificial intelligence management systems, specifying requirements for organisations that develop, provide, or use AI-based products and services. It addresses responsible AI governance, risk management, transparency, explainability, and the societal implications of AI deployment.

The standard introduces AI-specific concepts including the AI system impact assessment, AI-related objectives and controls (Annex A), and requirements for managing the unique risks associated with machine learning and automated decision-making systems.

ACI-certified ISO/IEC 42001 auditors evaluate AIMS design and AI risk management practices, assess the adequacy of human oversight mechanisms, and review compliance with AI governance requirements.

Examination Topic Areas
AI risk assessment and AI system impact assessment
AI governance, accountability, and responsible AI frameworks
Data quality, data management, and data governance for AI
AI transparency, explainability, and documentation requirements
Bias detection, fairness assessment, and discriminatory risk
AI system lifecycle management from development to decommissioning
Human oversight, intervention mechanisms, and escalation processes
Regulatory and legal requirements for AI systems and compliance
Examination & Certification Process
01
Attend Training

Attend an ACI-Approved Training Provider (ATP) course for your chosen grade level. ACI-approved courses are aligned to the examination syllabus for ISO/IEC 42001.

02
Sit the Examination

Examinations are administered exclusively through ACI Approved Training Providers. Foundation and Internal Auditor examinations require 70% to pass; Lead Auditor requires 65%.

03
Apply for Certification

Submit your application through the ACI portal with your examination result, training certificate, and relevant audit experience log. Upon approval you receive your ACI Card ID and digital certificate.

Scheme Details
Standard ISO/IEC 42001
Edition 2023
Category Information Security & AI
Cert. Period 3 years
Framework ISO/IEC 17024 Aligned
Available Grades PA · AA · AU · LA · PR · FACI
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Auditor Grades

Available Grades for ISO/IEC 42001

All six ACI auditor grades are available for this scheme. Each grade has defined competence, experience, and examination requirements.

PA
Provisional Auditor

Entry-level certification for those beginning their auditing career. Suitable for individuals who have completed foundation training but have limited audit experience.

Foundation examination pass (70%)
No prior audit experience required
Annual CPD requirement applies
AA
Associate Auditor

For auditors who have completed Internal Auditor training and have begun accumulating audit experience under supervision or in an internal audit role.

Internal Auditor examination pass
Minimum 2 internal audits conducted
Annual CPD requirement applies
AU
Auditor

Full auditor grade for practitioners with demonstrated audit experience. Recognised as a competent independent auditor of management systems.

Internal Auditor examination pass
Minimum 5 complete audits
Annual CPD requirement applies
LA
Lead Auditor

Senior grade for experienced auditors capable of leading audit teams and managing full audit programmes. The most widely recognised auditor grade internationally.

Lead Auditor examination pass (65%)
Lead Auditor training course
Minimum 10 complete audits as team lead
PR
Principal Auditor

Advanced grade for highly experienced auditors demonstrating sustained performance in complex audit environments and contributions to the auditing profession.

Lead Auditor grade prerequisite
Minimum 5 years audit experience
Professional development portfolio
FACI
Fellow of ACI

The highest ACI designation, awarded to individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the management system auditing profession and to the ACI community.

By nomination and committee review
Exceptional professional contribution
Sustained ACI membership
Ready to certify in ISO/IEC 42001?

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