PECB CourseContinuity, Resilience & RecoveryAdvancedISO 22301ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
Lead audits of ISO 22301 business continuity management systems applying ISO 19011 audit principles and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification processes.
Course Description
The ISO 22301 Lead Auditor training course enables you to develop the competence to audit a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and manage a team of auditors by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques. You will acquire the knowledge and skills to proficiently plan and perform internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and the ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process. Based on practical exercises, you will master audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, communication with customers, and conflict resolution. The course covers 7 competency domains spanning business continuity fundamentals through audit program management. Training materials contain over 450 pages of information. Exam and certification fees are included.
Who Should Attend
- Auditors seeking to perform and lead BCMS certification audits
- Managers or consultants seeking to master the BCMS audit process
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with BCMS requirements
- Technical experts seeking to prepare for a BCMS audit
- Certification body auditors specializing in business continuity
Learning Objectives
- 1Plan and lead ISO 22301 BCMS audits in compliance with ISO 19011
- 2Evaluate BCMS effectiveness against ISO 22301 requirements
- 3Apply ISO 19011 audit guidelines in business continuity contexts
- 4Document audit findings and produce professional reports
- 5Manage audit teams and follow-up activities
Prerequisites
- A fundamental understanding of ISO 22301 and business continuity concepts
- Knowledge of audit principles and techniques (ISO 19011 recommended)
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to BCMS Concepts and ISO 22301
Normative, regulatory, and legal framework related to business continuity; fundamental principles of business continuity management; ISO 22301 certification process; detailed review of ISO 22301 clauses; and business continuity risk management overview.
Day 2: Planning and Initiating a BCMS Audit
Fundamental audit concepts and principles based on ISO 19011; evidence-based and risk-based audit approach; preparation of an ISO 22301 certification audit; documentation review; audit plan development; and conducting opening meetings.
Day 3: Conducting the BCMS Audit
Communication strategies during the audit; audit procedures including observation, document review, interview, sampling techniques, and technical verification; testing BIA and exercise results; drafting audit findings; and documenting nonconformities.
Day 4: Concluding the Audit and Follow-Up
Drafting audit conclusions and recommendations; closing meeting procedures; evaluating corrective action plans; surveillance audit planning; BCMS audit program management; and managing audit team competence.
Day 5: Certification Exam
Review of key concepts and the PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor examination. The exam covers 7 competency domains: business continuity fundamentals, BCMS components, fundamental audit concepts, audit preparation, audit execution, audit conclusion, and audit program management.
Exam Details
Duration
3 hours
Format
Multiple choice (80 questions), open book
Passing Score
70%
Retake Policy
Free retake within 12 months after first failure
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Certification
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
Issued by PECB
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