Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the ISO 42001:2023 (AiMS) Lead Auditor Course, designed for professionals responsible for auditing and verifying Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AiMS). It emphasizes ISO 42001 requirements, AI governance, ethical considerations, audit planning, and continual improvement. Participants will gain the competence to conduct first‑, second‑, and third‑party audits, prepare organizations for certification, and ensure compliance with international AI management standards.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | ISO 42001:2023 (AiMS) Lead Auditor Course |
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| Total Credits | 40 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 400 |
| Qualification Time | 400 |
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Introduction to ISO 42001:2023 and AiMS Overview of AI management systems, scope, and organizational benefits.
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AI Governance and Ethical Principles Transparency, accountability, fairness, and responsible AI practices.
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ISO 42001:2023 Requirements and Clauses Structure, mandatory documentation, and integration with business processes.
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Risk Assessment and AI System Controls Identifying risks in AI systems, bias detection, and control mechanisms.
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Audit Principles and ISO 19011 Guidelines Audit types, principles, and auditor responsibilities.
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Audit Planning and Preparation Developing audit programs, checklists, and resource allocation.
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Conducting On‑Site and Remote AiMS Audits Evidence collection, stakeholder interviews, and system verification.
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Audit Reporting and Documentation Writing audit reports, recording non‑conformities, and corrective actions.
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Continual Improvement in AiMS Monitoring, corrective/preventive actions, and embedding improvement culture.
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Certification Process and Lead Auditor Role Preparing organizations for ISO 42001 certification, managing audit teams, and leadership responsibilities.
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Builds competence in auditing ISO 42001:2023 Artificial Intelligence Management Systems
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Enhances compliance with ISO 42001 and ISO 19011 auditing standards
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Strengthens skills in AI governance, risk assessment, and ethical auditing
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Provides tools for documentation, corrective actions, and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in AI auditing, compliance, and consultancy
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AI governance and compliance officers
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IT managers and data protection officers
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Auditors and consultants specializing in AI systems
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Individuals progressing from ISO 42001:2023 Internal Auditor (AIIA‑515) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + audit simulation + project
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Format: MCQs, essay‑style questions, applied audit scenarios, and project submission
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Total Questions: 100 theory + 1 audit simulation + 1 project submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–7 days (45–50 hours total)
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Certification: ISO 42001:2023 (AiMS) Lead Auditor (AILA)
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