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- Domain Breakdown
- Access Breakdown
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:
- Audit planning & preparation
- Stage 1 & Stage 2 audits
- Audit evidence collection
- Non-conformity grading
- 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:
- CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- Audit log submission
- 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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