Free University Short CoursesEnrolCourse ScheduleCourse InformationEnrolEnrolCourse ScheduleCourse InformationHome»Cybersecurity»AI: Ethics, Risk and ComplianceIT MastersAI: Ethics, Risk and ComplianceAI: Ethics, Risk and Complianceis a free short course designed to introduce participants to some of the most pressing issues in the deployment of AI today – managing your organisation’s risks in using AI, complying with the Australian framework for regulation of AI and maintaining an ethical approach to your AI use. Whether you are a business manager looking to deploy AI in your organisation or an IT professional tasked with managing your deployment of AI, this course will give you clear direction and pathways to success.You will gain a clear understanding of Australian regulation guardrails, including ISO/IEC 42001:2023, get to see how a good AI management system works and guidelines in embedding AI responsibly into your organisation and culture.This course will help you feel more comfortable in the practical use of AI in your workplace – maintaining integrity and deploying within the rules and regulations here and likely to evolve in the future.AI: Ethics, Risk and Compliance will be presented by IT Masters cyber security mentor and expert Dr Georg Thomas, who is currently working with a number of organisations on their policy responses and plans for AI deployment.DifficultyBeginnerCostFree!Duration4 weeksEnrol HereWe’re upgrading our Short Course Website! You can use the form below to register and you will be enrolled by our Short Course admin team as soon as the website is back up. In the meantime, you can head to ourYouTube Channeland get started by viewing our webinars there.Use the form below to enrol in this short course, once submitted you will receive a signup email with login details for ourlearning site.Course ScheduleModule 1:Foundations of Responsible AIGet an introduction to AI and explore ethical principles in deploying and using AI. We’ll examine the challenges of AI governance both locally and globally.Webinar: Wednesday 1st October  2025 7:00pm AEST (Sydney time)Module 2:Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in AIWith an introduction to GRC for AI, we will look at the key frameworks to support GRC and examine risk management and compliance strategies commonly used.Webinar: Wednesday 8th October 7:00pm AEDT (Sydney time)Module 3:ISO/IEC 42001 and AI Management SystemsWe’ll start with an overview of ISO/IEC 42001:2023 and use that as the basis for examining the structure of an AI management system, then explain annexures.Webinar: Wednesday 15th October 7:00pm AEDT (Sydney time)Module 4:Implementation, Future Trends & Case StudyWith the frameworks learned in the previous weeks we’ll look at how to embed responsible AI into your organisational culture and work through a case study on ethical failures with AI. Then the course will close with an overview of future trends in AI regulation.Webinar: Wednesday 22nd October 7:00pm AEDT (Sydney time)AssessmentExam pass mark: 50%Time limit: 1 hourAttempts allowed: OneFormat: 40 multiple choice questionsCourse InformationWho will present the webinars?Dr. Georg Thomas is an IT Masters subject mentor, CSU Adjunct Lecturer, and Director at DRGT Consulting. With over 25 years of experience, Georg has worked with organisations across the globe in technology, cyber security, data privacy, and artificial intelligence within various industries including financial services, legal, technology, media and entertainment, property, energy and resources, government, and education. Georg has worked with organisations of all sizes including Fortune 500 companies, ASX and SEC regulated companies, Big 4 banks, and AMLAW 100 law firms. He holds a Doctor of Information Technology (DInfoTech), Master of Management (InfoTech), and several industry certifications including CISSP, CIPM, CISM, CCISO, and ISO Lead Auditor/Implementer for various management systems. He is also a three-time Microsoft MVP award recipient.What is the aim of this short course?This course aims to introduce learners to some of the challenges and risks inherent in deploying AI in an organisation. We will examine and develop management strategies that are both compliant with current (and likely future) regulations and ethical in nature to help to reduce your AI deployment risk. These are all critical issues in AI as the sector develops at breakneck speed, and this course will help you keep on top of future requirements and current deployment needs.What is included?In addition to the weekly hour-long interactive webinars, you will be provided with suggested reading materials / research papers and an active discussion forum and a weekly activity to complete.Is there a final exam?Yes — the short course exam will be a timed, open-book exam that you will sit at your computer.Do I get a completion certificate if I complete the course?Yes — provided you receive a pass mark (50% or over) for course assessment, which comprises the exam and any available participation marks.Are there any prerequisites for the course?No, you can sit this short course all by itself but you may consider taking some of our beginner level short courses onNetworking & SysAdminandCyber Securityfirst.Will the course qualify me for university credit?Yes — successful completion of three or more of our short courses will qualify you for one credit for an industry elective subject in our postgraduate courses. Clickherefor further details.Will I need to purchase any study materials to complete the course?No — all essential materials will be supplied.Will the webinars be recorded?Yes — all webinars are recorded and you will be able to access them, and all other free course materials, by registering for the course.Free University Short CoursesCyber SecurityProject ManagementNetworking, Sysadmin & CloudManagement and CommunicationSkills, Research & MiscAm I Eligible to Studya Post Graduate Course?Industry experience and previous studies all contribute towards your eligibility. You do not necessarily have to have an undergraduate degree to study.Am I Eligible?Ready to advance your IT career?If you’re aiming to specialise in AI, cyber or cloud technologies and lead digital transformation, explore our range of postgraduate cloud computing courses. 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