Lead auditor course

ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor

Lead audits of AI management systems to certification-body standard.

Duration
5 days
Level
Lead auditor
Formats
Virtual instructor-led, In-house
CPD hours
35

Course overview

This five-day course develops the skills to lead first-, second- and third-party audits of an AI management system against ISO/IEC 42001:2023. You learn how to audit AI governance, risk and impact assessments, data and life-cycle controls and third-party AI, applying ISO 19011 audit principles and certification-body practice.

Why attend

  • Lead AIMS audits as demand for ISO/IEC 42001 grows
  • Understand what certification auditors look for in AI governance
  • Combine AI and information security audit skills
  • Practise on a realistic AI case study

Who should attend

  • Experienced auditors extending into AI
  • AI governance and assurance professionals
  • Consultants

Learning objectives

  • Plan and lead AIMS audits
  • Evaluate AI risk and impact assessments
  • Audit AI life-cycle and third-party controls
  • Report and follow up findings

Course agenda

Day 1AI management systems and ISO/IEC 42001
  • AI concepts, risks and regulation
  • ISO/IEC 42001 requirements and Annex A
  • Certification process
Day 2Audit principles and preparation
  • Risk-based auditing for AI
  • Stage 1 review of AI inventory, policy and assessments
  • Audit plan and test plans
Day 3Conducting the audit
  • Interviewing technical and business teams
  • Sampling AI systems, data and records
  • Drafting findings
Day 4Closing the audit
  • Audit conclusions and report
  • Follow-up and surveillance
  • Managing an audit programme
Day 5Case study and exam
  • Case study debrief
  • Written exam

Prerequisites

Good understanding of ISO/IEC 42001 and audit experience in any management system.

Assessment and certificate

Written exam and case study. Continuous assessment of the audit case study and a 2-hour written exam on day 5, closed book. Pass mark 70%. Participants who pass receive a certificate of achievement. Options for accredited personnel certification exams are available on request.

Certificate: Certificate of achievement (on passing) or attendance from Secure iQube.

What is included

  • Course slides and participant notes
  • Practical workbook with exercises and case studies
  • Templates you can adapt for your organisation
  • Certificate of completion
  • 30 days of post-course Q&A support by email
  • Refreshments and lunch for classroom sessions

Dates

Public dates are announced regularly. Enquire below for the next date, or book a private session for your team on dates that suit you.

Course questions

Will this make me a certified lead auditor?
You receive a Secure iQube certificate of achievement when you pass our exam. If you need an accredited personnel certification, ask us about exam options when you enquire.
How are virtual sessions run?
Live, instructor-led sessions on Microsoft Teams or Zoom, with breakout rooms for exercises, the same materials as the classroom and short breaks every 90 minutes. You need a stable internet connection and a webcam.
Can this course be run for our team only?
Yes. We deliver it privately, online or at your premises, and use examples from your own systems. In-house delivery is usually more cost-effective for six or more participants.
How much does it cost?
Fees depend on format, location and group size. Send an enquiry and we will reply with dates and a quote within one working day.

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