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ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management Lead Auditor
Course Code
ISO 22301-LA
Course Category
ISO Standards
Learning Mode
eLearning | Self-Study
Examination
Yes (Optional)
Course Material
Downloadable Manual
ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management - Lead Auditor eLearning Course
Master the audit of Business Continuity Management Systems based on ISO 22301
In this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out audits for a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301 and in compliance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 19011 certification process.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to master audit techniques, create and manage an audit program, lead audit teams, communicate with relevant parties, and resolve conflicts.
On completion you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor” credential.
Learning Objectives & Outline
ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management Lead Auditor
At the end of this course you will be in a better position to:
Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301
Interpret the ISO 22301 requirements for a BCMS from the perspective of an auditor
Evaluate the BCMS conformity to ISO 22301 requirements in accordance with fundamental audit concepts and principles
Plan, conduct, and close an ISO 22301 compliance audit in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
Manage an ISO 22301 audit program
KEY LEARNING AREAS
Section 1 - Introduction to the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and ISO 22301
Module 1 - ISO 22301 and related standards
Module 2 - BCMS Certification process
Module 3 - Fundamental concepts and principles of business continuity
Module 4 - Overview of ISO 22301 requirements
Section 2 - Audit Principles, Preparation and Initiation of an Audit
Module 5 - Fundamental audit concepts and principles
Module 6 - The impact of trends and technology in auditing
Module 7 - Evidence-based auditing
Module 8 - Risk-based auditing
Module 9 - Initiation of the audit process
Module 10 - Stage 1 Audit
Section 3 - On-site Audit Activities
Module 11 - Preparing for stage 2 audit
Module 12 - Stage 2 audit
Module 13 - Auditing the requirements of ISO 22301
Module 14 - Communication during the audit
Module 15 - Audit procedures
Module 16 - Creating audit test plans
Section 4 - Closing of the Audit
Module 17 - Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
Module 18 - Audit documentation and quality review
Module 19 - Closing of the audit
Module 20 - Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
Module 21 - Beyond the initial audit
Module 22 - Managing an internal audit program
Examination
ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management Lead Auditor
The PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
Domain 2: Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO 22301 audit
Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 22301 audit
Domain 6: Closing an ISO 22301 audit
Domain 7: Managing an ISO 22301 audit program
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the ISO 22301 credential. See section under Certification in the PECB Certified ISO 22301 Course Brocheur
Certification fees are included in the exam price.
In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free.
Who Should Take this Course
ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management - Lead Auditor eLearning Course
Auditors seeking to conduct certification or internal audits for Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) based on ISO 22301
Managers or consultants seeking to master a Business Continuity Management System audit process
Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with ISO 22301 requirements
Technical experts seeking to prepare for a Business Continuity Management
System audit Expert advisors in Business Continuity Management
General Information
Our eLearning training courses have been designed to meet the needs of diverse learners who have different learning preferences and/or limited time to attend a training course session.
Your training course consists of several video sections and is available 24/7, so you can adapt your study pace, time, and location to your schedule instead of having to adapt your schedule to the training course.
The unlimited access allows you to go back to any section of the training course as needed.
As well, this course consist of over 400 pages of instructional materials containing explanations, guidance, and practical examples.
Enrollment & Payment
Important
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Registration and payment for this training course are prerequisites to participation.
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Upon payment, you will receive an "Invitation to create a PECB account" from PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board), the global accreditation body for this course of study. This will allow you to set up your account with the requisite pass codes for access to the learning portal.
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Once completed your application will be processed within a maximum of two working days, after which you will receive notification by email with confirmation of finalization of registration to access the portal and commence this course of study.
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In accordance with exchange control requirements, billings are done in Barbados dollars which exchange at a rate of Barbados $2 to every US$1.