
An introduction to the professional technical requirements of RICS Members and RICS Regulated Firms.
We discuss how the standard was developed to address the rapid integration of AI technologies across key areas like valuation, construction, infrastructure, and land services, which presents both transformative opportunities (e.g., more data-driven and efficient decision-making) and significant risks (e.g., ethical, legal, and practical challenges such as data privacy, bias, and over-reliance on AI outputs).
Leadership buy-in, referring to the commitment from senior executives, firm owners, and decision-makers within surveying organisations, is critical for the effective implementation of the RICS "Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Surveying Practice" professional standard. Without it, the framework risks remaining aspirational rather than transformative. In this lecture we discuss it's importance and how to implement it.
In this lecture we cover the baseline AI knowledge that you'll need to operate or implement an AI management system.
Here we cover basic AI terms, but not limited to the RICS Professional Standard on Responsible AI Use.
With The Red Book, formally the RICS Valuation Global Standards governing how RICS members and regulated firms produce valuations for financial reporting, transactions, and other purposes, emphasising independence, transparency, and evidence based judgment. In this lecture we discuss why AI doesn't replace the human surveyor but serves as a supportive tool to enhance efficiency and accuracy in data-heavy processes.
In this lecture we discuss how organisations can establishing governance, ensuring ethical use, and maintaining accountability across AI applications in surveying (e.g., valuations, inspections, data analysis).
Here we builds on compliance requirements by focusing on actionable steps, tools, and cultural change, through a structured, phased approach that embeds responsible AI into core operations.
Course creator, David Inman FRICS, is an APC assessor, chair and auditor and we address AI-specific data challenges, such as algorithmic biases, data provenance, and integration with automated tools, ensuring data integrity in AI-driven workflows like valuations or site assessments.
This linkage supports APC candidates by providing a practical framework to demonstrate competency at Levels 1-3: Knowledge (understanding principles), Application (implementing in practice), and Reasoning (e.g., advising on risks).
The RICS Responsible AI standard is a stepping stone to ISO 42001:2023 conformity and this lecture covers where these standards align.
We conclude our course and summarise, plus offer free downloadable resources to those who want to implement the standard.
This course contains the use of artificial intelligence with audio creation tools that generate artificial speech meant to emulate human instruction.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the surveying profession, offering powerful tools for data analysis, predictive modelling, and operational efficiency. But with great innovation comes the responsibility to ensure AI is used ethically, transparently, and in line with professional integrity.
This comprehensive online training course takes you deep into the RICS Professional Standard on Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Surveying Practice, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to integrate AI solutions responsibly and effectively. Designed for surveyors, property professionals, and those working with AI in the built environment, this course explores how AI aligns with the RICS Rules of Conduct and global ethical standards, ensuring compliance, accountability, and trust in your professional practice.
Through engaging modules, real-world case studies, and practical guidance, you will learn how to:
Apply the RICS principles for responsible AI use.
Understand transparency, fairness, and bias mitigation in AI systems.
Embed ethical considerations into AI procurement and implementation.
Demonstrate compliance with RICS Rules of Conduct in AI decision-making.
Downloadable materials are available as part of the course for your to implement the Professional Standard in your organisation.
By the end of this course, you will be equipped to lead the conversation on responsible AI adoption in surveying, gaining a competitive edge while upholding the highest professional standards.
A copy of the Professional Standard is not provided as part of the course materials, but can be downloaded free of charge from the RICS website.