A tailored course, built for your situation
Influence across vendor selection and technical review cycles with ISO 42001
A tailored course for senior architects shaping AI governance at scale
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Who this is for
Senior technical architects in global IT services firms who shape governance frameworks and advise on vendor selection, technical control design, and client risk posture
Who this is not for
Entry-level compliance staff, auditors without technical implementation experience, or practitioners focused solely on non-AI domains like financial or physical security
What you walk away with
- Lead ISO 42001 readiness assessments with client-ready documentation
- Own the vendor evaluation checklist for AI governance tools and platforms
- Produce statements of applicability that survive peer review
- Influence technical architecture decisions in multi-vendor engagements
- Build reusable templates for control mapping and audit response
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of ISO 42001 in AI systems
Understand the core structure, intent, and scope of ISO 42001 as applied to AI governance in enterprise environments. Learn how it differs from legacy standards and where it creates new influence opportunities.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 42001 governs
- AI systems in scope
- Relationship to ISO IEC 27001
- Key roles in implementation
- Governance vs control
- Audit boundaries
- Statement of applicability purpose
- Organizational context setup
- Risk assessment alignment
- AI lifecycle mapping
- Control objective types
- Implementation timelines
Module 2. Stakeholder mapping for governance influence
Identify the decision-makers, reviewers, and influencers in client and internal governance cycles. Position yourself as the central node in technical control discussions.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor selection panels
- Technical review boards
- Client risk committees
- Internal audit touchpoints
- Legal and compliance interfaces
- Engagement leadership roles
- Client architecture teams
- Third-party assessors
- Regulatory liaison points
- Peer review expectations
- Escalation paths
- Cross-functional influence
Module 3. Building the statement of applicability
Create a defensible, client-facing SoA that demonstrates compliance while preserving flexibility. Use proven templates that survive external scrutiny.
12 chapters in this module
- SoA structure fundamentals
- Control inclusion rationale
- Exclusion justification writing
- AI-specific control notes
- Mapping to NIST AI RMF
- Client customization patterns
- Version control strategy
- Audit response prep
- Peer review checklist
- Toolchain integration
- Review cycle timing
- Stakeholder sign-off flow
Module 4. Control implementation patterns
Turn ISO 42001 controls into working technical artefacts. Focus on repeatability, clarity, and audit readiness across engagements.
12 chapters in this module
- Control 5 1 context
- Control 5 2 leadership
- Control 6 1 planning
- Control 6 2 AI policy
- Control 7 1 documentation
- Control 7 2 retention
- Control 8 1 asset management
- Control 8 2 data quality
- Control 9 1 risk assessment
- Control 9 2 risk treatment
- Control 10 1 AI lifecycle
- Control 10 2 human oversight
Module 5. Vendor evaluation design
Lead the creation of scoring frameworks and evaluation criteria for AI governance tools. Position your architecture team as the final word on technical suitability.
12 chapters in this module
- RFP control alignment
- Tool capability checklist
- AI transparency scoring
- Bias mitigation evidence
- Explainability requirements
- Audit trail completeness
- Integration depth
- Scalability under load
- Support model strength
- Compliance documentation
- Third-party validation
- Roadmap alignment
Module 6. Peer review and technical governance
Navigate internal and client peer reviews with confidence. Use structured responses and documented precedents to reinforce authority.
12 chapters in this module
- Review cycle timing
- Common pushback themes
- Preemptive clarification
- Control mapping clarity
- Evidence packaging
- Cross-domain alignment
- Risk ownership assignment
- Remediation tracking
- Escalation triggers
- Consensus building
- Documentation standards
- Follow-up protocols
Module 7. AI risk assessment frameworks
Design repeatable risk assessments that align with ISO 42001 and client expectations. Use standardized scoring and evidence collection.
12 chapters in this module
- Hazard identification
- Impact scoring matrix
- Likelihood assessment
- Risk register structure
- AI-specific scenarios
- Human oversight gaps
- Data drift detection
- Model decay tracking
- Bias testing frequency
- Stakeholder input
- Risk treatment options
- Escalation thresholds
Module 8. Documentation for audit readiness
Produce clean, consistent documentation that passes internal and external audit cycles without rework.
12 chapters in this module
- Policy version control
- Control implementation proof
- Meeting minutes standards
- Evidence retention rules
- Access logging
- Change approval trails
- Review sign-offs
- Gap remediation records
- Third-party attestations
- Internal audit findings
- Corrective action logs
- Final audit package
Module 9. Client engagement scoping
Shape the governance scope of client projects early. Use ISO 42001 to drive engagement value and reduce downstream friction.
12 chapters in this module
- Kickoff checklist
- Scope boundary setting
- Control applicability
- Client responsibility map
- Evidence sharing rules
- Review cycle planning
- Milestone alignment
- Deliverable templates
- Stakeholder comms
- Change control process
- Exit criteria
- Lessons learned
Module 10. Reusability and compounding artefacts
Build templates and playbooks that compound across engagements. Reduce setup time and increase consistency.
12 chapters in this module
- Template library design
- Version control strategy
- Client customization rules
- Governance pattern reuse
- Control mapping inheritance
- Risk register templates
- SoA starter packs
- Review cycle automation
- Knowledge transfer
- Onboarding materials
- Audit prep checklists
- Lessons learned integration
Module 11. Strategic positioning as a governance leader
Position yourself as the internal and client-facing authority on AI governance. Increase visibility and influence.
12 chapters in this module
- Internal thought leadership
- Client briefing materials
- Whitepaper contribution
- Cross-practice collaboration
- Speaking opportunities
- Mentorship roles
- Standards body engagement
- Certification pathways
- Conference participation
- Internal training delivery
- Peer recognition
- Leadership visibility
Module 12. Sustaining influence over time
Maintain relevance as standards evolve. Build systems that survive team changes and client transitions.
12 chapters in this module
- Change tracking process
- Version upgrade planning
- Client feedback loops
- Internal audit alignment
- Lessons learned capture
- Succession planning
- Knowledge transfer
- Template maintenance
- Stakeholder updates
- Regulatory horizon scanning
- Peer network building
- Continuous improvement
How this maps to your situation
- Starting an ISO 42001 implementation
- Responding to a client RFP with AI governance requirements
- Preparing for internal technical review
- Leading a vendor evaluation for AI tools
Before vs. after
Before
Relies on ad-hoc documentation and peer guidance for ISO 42001, with limited influence in vendor or framework decisions
After
Leads ISO 42001 implementations with confidence, owns vendor evaluation criteria, and shapes technical governance across engagements
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for integration into active engagements.
How this compares to the alternatives
Generic ISO 42001 training covers theory but lacks client-ready templates and influence strategies. This course is built for senior architects who need to lead, not just comply.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior architects and technical leaders shaping AI governance in client-facing roles, especially in global services firms.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this cover other standards?
Focus is on ISO 42001, with references to NIST AI RMF and ISO IEC 27001 where relevant.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for integration into active engagements..
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