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Exam Format

  • Exam Code: ISO/IEC 42001-CLA
  • Certification Level: Lead Auditor (Advanced)
  • Exam Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
  • Passing Score: 70% (typical benchmark followed by accredited certification bodies)
  • Unscored Content: Exam may include pilot or scenario-based questions for quality improvement

Exam Details

  • Question Types: Multiple-choice, scenario-based, audit case studies
  • Number of Questions: 80–100 questions (varies by certification body)
  • Hands-On Focus:
  1. Audit planning & preparation
  2. Stage 1 & Stage 2 audits
  3. Audit evidence collection
  4. Non-conformity grading
  5. Corrective action verification

Exam Policies

  • Offline Proctoring: Available at authorized exam centers
  • Online Proctoring: Available via secure remote platforms
  • Rescheduling/Cancellation: As per certification body policy
  • Retake Policy: Retake allowed with new exam fee

Certification Validity and Renewal

  • Validity: 3 years
  • Renewal Options:
  1. CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
  2. Audit log submission
  3. Recertification exam if required

Exam Fee

  • Exam Fee: $350 – $650 USD (varies by provider & region)
  • Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST applicable
  • Example (India): 18% GST applies

Prerequisites

Candidates should have:
  • Knowledge of ISO management system standards (ISO 9001 / ISO 27001 preferred)
  • Understanding of AI governance & risk concepts
  • Experience in audit, compliance, GRC, or IT security
  • Completion of ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor training (mandatory/recommended by most bodies)

Exam Topics

  • ISO/IEC 42001 Clauses & Requirements
  • AI Governance & Ethical AI Principles
  • AI Risk Assessment & Controls
  • Audit Principles (ISO 19011)
  • Audit Planning & Execution
  • Non-Conformity Management
  • Root Cause Analysis & CAPA
  • AI Incident & Model Risk Auditing
  • Supplier & Third-Party AI Audits
  • Continual Improvement & Management Review

Intended Audience

  • Lead Auditors
  • Compliance & GRC Professionals
  • Information Security Managers
  • Risk Managers
  • AI Governance Professionals
  • Consultants
  • Internal & External Auditors

Career Impact

Jobs You Can Get:

  • AI Lead Auditor
  • GRC Manager
  • Compliance Manager
  • Certification Body Auditor
  • AI Risk Consultant

Average Salary:

  • USA: $95,000 – $155,000
  • India: ₹9,00,000 – ₹22,00,000
  • UAE: AED 150,000 – 260,000
  • UK: £60,000 – £100,000

Why It’s Valuable:

  • First AI-specific international audit standard
  • High demand due to global AI regulations
  • Enables certification & consulting roles
  • Builds credibility in AI governance leadership

Exam Mode

  • Online Proctored
  • Test Center Based

Exam Booking Link

• Book through accredited certification bodies such as:

  • PECB
  • BSI
  • TÜV
  • IRCA / CQI
  • Exemplar Global

After passing:

  • Download Certificate: Available in candidate portal
  • Digital Badge: Issued by certification body

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