Exam comparison
AIF-C01 or Google Generative AI Leader?
Who should take each exam
AIF-C01 targets AI practitioners applying generative AI and ML fundamentals with AWS.
Generative AI Leader is, according to Google, “for anyone in any job role, with or without hands-on technical experience”.
In short: choose AIF-C01 for practical generative AI certification; choose Generative AI Leader if you work with Google Cloud.
Exam format and content
| AIF-C01 | Generative AI Leader | |
|---|---|---|
| Certification | AWS Certified AI Practitioner | Google Cloud Certified Generative AI Leader |
| Code | AIF-C01 | Not published |
| Duration | 90 minutes | 90 minutes |
| Number of questions | 50 scored, 15 unscored | 50–60 multiple-choice |
| Passing score | 700 out of 1000 | Not published |
| Prerequisites | None (AWS knowledge recommended) | None |
| Languages | 12 languages. AWS: “exam in Italian and German will be retired after October 15, 2026”. | English, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Proctored | Yes | Yes |
Domains and competencies evaluated
AIF-C01
- Fundamentals of AI and ML 20 %
- Fundamentals of GenAI 24 %
- Applications of foundation models 28 %
- Guidelines for responsible AI 14 %
- Security, Compliance, and Governance for AI Solutions 14 %
Generative AI Leader
- Fundamentals of gen AI ~30 %
- Google Cloud's gen AI offerings ~35 %
- Techniques to improve gen AI model output ~20 %
- Business strategies for a successful gen AI solution ~15 %
Overlaps and key differences
Overlaps: both cover generative AI fundamentals, responsible AI principles, and practical use cases.
Key differences:
- AIF-C01 emphasizes AWS services, foundation models, and practical applications.
- Generative AI Leader focuses on Google Cloud's gen AI offerings and business strategies for gen AI solutions.
Which to choose based on your profile
Choose AIF-C01 if…
- You work with AWS or plan an AWS certification path.
- You apply generative AI and ML in projects.
- You want to validate practical generative AI skills.
Choose Generative AI Leader if…
- You manage AI governance in your organization.
- You work with Google Cloud or its ecosystem.
- You are transitioning to an AI leadership or decision-maker role.
Resources and preparation
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