AIGP Exam Preparation Guide: How to Study for IAPP AI Governance Certification
Preparing for the IAPP AIGP Certification requires more than memorizing AI definitions. The AIGP exam tests whether candidates can connect AI concepts with laws, governance frameworks, development controls, deployment decisions and risk management. The exam currently contains 100 multiple-choice questions in 2.75 hours, while IAPP recommends at least 30 hours of preparation before testing. Start With the AIGP Body of Knowledge The biggest preparation mistake is building a study plan from random internet topics. The official AIGP Body of Knowledge is the correct starting point because IAPP states that certification exams are based on the topics defined in the Body of Knowledge. The current AIGP structure contains four broad domains: AI Governance Foundations Learn: Basic AI concepts Responsible AI principles Why AI needs governance Organizational governance expectations Policies across the AI lifecycle Laws, Standards and Frameworks Understand: Privacy law implications Other law...