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 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.
After attending the training course, 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 - Training course objectives and structure
Section 2 - Standards and regulatory frameworks
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
Section 11 - Stage 1 audit
Section 12 - Preparing for stage 2 audit
Section 13 - Stage 2 audit
Section 14 - Communication during the audit
Section 15 - Audit procedures
Section 16 - Creating audit test plans
Section 17 - Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
Section 18 - Audit documentation and quality review
Section 19 - Closing of the audit
Section 20 - Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
Section 21 - Beyond the initial audit
Section 22 - Managing an internal audit program
Section 23 - Closing of the training course
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
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.
Here are some of the main benefits of the PECB eLearning experience:
The fact that the entire training course and examination is carried out electronically means that all you need in order to access these training courses is a device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone), and the KATE application.
Having access to the training courses 24/7 enables you to dictate the pace of your study. You do not have to worry about schedules, traveling, and accommodation, or having to take days off from work.
The unlimited access allows you to go back to any section of the training course as you need them.
Every training course consists of several video sections. This was done with the sole purpose of making the information easy to receive and process; think of the podcasts that we listen to while commuting, for instance.
In addition to having the training course content in video format, you will also be able to access the regular training course materials format structured in different training course days with the additional files available in an editable format (depending on the training course, the case study, exercises, and exercises correction key files will also be available).
Certification fees are included in the exam price.
Participants will be provided with eLearning training course videos for each section, as well as the conventional training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
An attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free.
Enrollment & Payment
Important
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Registration and payment for this training course is a prerequisite 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 requirements, billings are done in Barbados dollars which exchange at a rate of Barbados $2 to every US$1.