Orientation to exams and certification policies
This page provides a high-level orientation to how exams and certification policies for IIAIG credentials are organized. It outlines major policy areas to help candidates, partners and institutions understand how exams connect to the broader certification pathway.
- Provides conceptual orientation to policy areas such as eligibility, conduct, scoring and certification status.
- Does not replace official policy documents, program handbooks or agreements issued by IIAIG or partners.
- Recognizes institutional autonomy where partners integrate IIAIG-aligned learning or assessments.
Scope and guiding principles
Exams and certification policies describe how certifications are attempted, awarded, maintained or withdrawn. Orientation emphasizes clarity, fairness and alignment with IIAIG’s governance mission.
Clarity & transparency
Policies aim to explain exam expectations and outcomes clearly so candidates understand how exams are run and how results are interpreted.
Fairness & consistency
Within the boundaries of local laws and partner arrangements, exams are intended to be administered consistently and scored in alignment with program designs.
Integrity & ethics
Expectations for exam conduct reflect the IIAIG Code of Ethics and emphasize fairness, honesty and responsible behavior.
View Code of EthicsKey policy areas (high-level)
Exams and certification processes involve multiple types of policies. The table reflects a high-level orientation to those areas.
| Policy area | What it generally covers | Main stakeholders |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility & prerequisites | Orientation to who may attempt a certification, including recommended background and institutional prerequisites. | Candidates · Institutions |
| Registration & scheduling | Processes and timelines for registering and scheduling exam sessions. | Candidates · Exam administrators |
| Exam conduct | Expectations around behavior during exams, authorized materials and proctoring conditions. | Candidates · Proctors |
| Scoring & results | How exams are scored, how results are communicated and how they connect to certification decisions. | Candidates · Program coordinators |
| Retake & waiting periods | Guidelines on retakes and required intervals between attempts. | Candidates · Partners |
| Certification award & validity | Conditions for awarding certifications and the period for which they remain active. | Certified individuals · IIAIG |
| Use of certification name | Guidance for accurately representing certification status in resumes or profiles. | Individuals · Employers |
| Maintenance & renewal | Connection to maintenance expectations, including CPD where applicable. | Individuals · IIAIG |
| Misconduct, appeals & review | Approach to handling suspected misconduct or disputes about exam processes. | Candidates · Institutions |
| Policy updates & effective dates | How updates are communicated and when they become effective. | All stakeholders |
Candidate responsibilities (conceptual)
Candidates are expected to engage with exams in a fair and responsible manner. The following points are a conceptual orientation only.
Review information
Review the exam and certification information provided by institutions or administrators before attempting the exam.
Respect timelines
Follow registration, rescheduling and cancellation deadlines to enable efficient exam administration.
Maintain integrity
Follow exam instructions, protect exam confidentiality and avoid unauthorized assistance.
Seek clarification
Ask questions through official channels before exam day when clarification is needed.
Institutions and organizations may add further expectations when delivering exams under their local policies.
Academic and organizational partners
When certifications are integrated into academic or organizational contexts, partners may apply their own exam rules, academic regulations or HR policies.
Universities & law schools
Institutions may align IIAIG-oriented learning with electives or modules while applying their own academic regulations.
For universitiesCorporate & institutional use
Internal capability-building programs may incorporate IIAIG-aligned content, interpreted within organizational HR frameworks.
Corporate programsCoordination with IIAIG
Partners may coordinate with IIAIG regarding exam formats and scheduling but retain autonomy under their institutional rules.
Contact IIAIGThis high-level orientation does not override institutional regulations, accreditation requirements or applicable laws.
Certification status, maintenance & verification
Some certifications may include maintenance or CPD expectations. This section provides conceptual linkage between exams, maintenance and credential verification.
Award & active status
Certifications are awarded when criteria are met. Maintenance expectations determine how long a certification remains active.
Maintenance & renewal
Where applicable, certified individuals may be invited to demonstrate continued engagement with AI governance topics.
Maintenance orientationCredential verification
Credential verification tools allow institutions or employers to confirm certification status.
Verify credentialInstitutions and employers decide how certifications relate to local requirements or job qualifications.
Policy refinements & effective dates
As AI governance practice evolves, policies may be refined. Updated provisions are applied from their effective dates without altering past outcomes unless clearly stated.
How to use this orientation
This page offers conceptual guidance. For planning or official decisions, candidates and institutions should use the specific policy texts, program documents and institutional regulations that apply to them.
If uncertain about which policies apply, candidates should contact their institution, organization or IIAIG.