PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor

Drive compliance and strengthen business continuity systems

Why Take This Course?

This training course equips you with the expertise to plan and conduct audits of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) in line with ISO 22301, while ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 19011 requirements.

You will also gain proficiency in applying audit methods, developing and managing audit programs, leading audit teams, engaging effectively with stakeholders, and addressing conflicts.

Upon completing the course, you will be eligible to take the exam and pursue the “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor” credential.

Who Can Benefit?

  • Auditors aiming to perform certification or internal audits of Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) in line with ISO 22301
  • Managers and consultants who want to strengthen their expertise in the BCMS audit process
  • Professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with ISO 22301 standards
  • Technical specialists preparing to take part in BCMS audits
  • Advisors providing guidance on Business Continuity Management

Course Outline

Section 1

Training course objectives and structure

Section 2

ISO 22301 and other related standards

Section 3

Certification process

Section 4

Fundamental concepts and principles of business continuity

Section 5

Overview of ISO 22301 requirements

Section 6

Fundamental audit concepts and principles

Section 7

The impact of trends and technology in auditing

Section 8

Evidence-based auditing

Section 9

Risk-based auditing

Section 10

Initiation of the audit process

Section 11

Stage 1 audit

Section 12

Preparing for stage 2 audit

Section 13

Stage 2 audit

Section 14

Auditing the requirements of ISO 22301

Section 15

Communication during the audit

Section 16

Audit procedures

Section 17

Creating audit test plans

Section 18

Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports

Section 19

Audit documentation and quality review

Section 20

Closing of the audit

Section 21

Evaluation of action plans by the auditor

Section 22

Beyond the initial audit

Section 23

Managing an internal audit program

Section 24

Closing of the training course

What You Will Learn

Gain a clear understanding of the key concepts and principles of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) aligned with ISO 22301.

Learn how to interpret the BCMS requirements of ISO 22301 from an auditor’s point of view.

Develop the ability to assess whether a BCMS conforms to ISO 22301 standards using essential audit principles and practices.

Acquire the skills to plan, perform, and finalize ISO 22301 compliance audits in line with ISO/IEC 17021-1, ISO 19011, and auditing best practices.

Learn how to oversee and manage a complete ISO 22301 audit program with efficiency.

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