ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping jobs, industries and decision-making across Australia. But as AI becomes more powerful, organisations need people who understand how it should be used responsibly, safely and ethically.

Are you feeling left behind? The ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation course helps you build this capability now, before it becomes an expectation rather than a differentiator, even if you don’t come from a technical background.

So… What Is ISO/IEC 42001?

Think of ISO/IEC 42001 as a rulebook for how organisations use AI properly.

Just as organisations have systems for managing quality, safety or information security, ISO/IEC 42001 sets out a framework for:
• Making sure AI is used responsibly
• Reducing risk and unintended harm
• Being transparent about how AI decisions are made
• Putting clear accountability around AI systems

You don’t need to build AI to work with it. This standard focuses on how AI is managed, not how it’s coded.

Why This Course Matters for Your AI Career?

Many people assume working in AI means learning to code. In reality, some of the fastest-growing AI roles focus on governance, risk, policy, compliance and oversight.

This course is designed to help you:
• Enter the AI field without technical barriers
• Strengthen your profile for promotion into AI-adjacent roles
• Speak confidently about AI in interviews and workplaces
• Align your skills with how organisations actually adopt AI

Across government, education, health, finance and large enterprises, employers are actively seeking people who understand responsible AI use, not just the technology itself.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal if you are:

• Looking to break into the AI field from a non-technical background
• Working in policy, risk, governance, compliance, HR, legal or management
• Supporting or overseeing AI systems in your organisation
• Preparing for future AI-related roles in Australia’s regulated industries
• Seeking a credible, globally recognised AI credential

If you want to work with AI, not behind the scenes building it, this course is a strong starting point.

How This Course Helps You Stand Out?

By completing this course, you’ll gain knowledge employers increasingly value:

• How organisations govern and manage AI systems
• Understanding of a globally recognised AI management standard
• The ability to support ethical and compliant AI initiatives
• A certification that complements business, legal, policy or tech roles

It’s particularly valuable for roles where trust, accountability and risk management matter.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll gain a practical understanding of:

• Core principles of artificial intelligence management
• ISO/IEC 42001 requirements and how they work together
• AI risk management, policies and performance monitoring
• Internal audits, management reviews and continual improvement
• How organisations demonstrate responsible AI practices

You’ll also earn up to 14 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.

Learning Experience

Designed for professionals and career-changers, the course includes:

• Clear, structured learning with real-world context
• Scenario-based exercises and applied quizzes
• Exam-style questions to reinforce understanding

No coding. No technical jargon overload. Just practical, career-relevant knowledge.

Delivery & Platform

This programme is delivered in partnership with PECB, a trusted partner of MCBI.
When you enrol, you’ll receive access to PECB’s learning platform, which provides all course materials and the online course delivery system.

Certification That Employers Recognise

After successfully passing the exam, you’ll earn the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation.

This certification demonstrates that you:

• Understand how AI is governed at an organisational level
• Can contribute to AI risk, compliance, and governance discussions
• Are committed to responsible and ethical AI practices

As organisations globally navigate AI adoption and increasing regulation, this qualification is becoming highly sought after.

For a relatively small investment of time and cost, you gain a globally recognised credential that can strengthen your CV, support career progression and position you ahead of others as demand for AI governance capability continues to grow.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites.
You don’t need a technical background, only an interest in AI and where it’s heading.