Competency
Management Systems Auditing
This competency equips participants with essential auditing skills for management systems, focusing on auditing principles, procedures, techniques, audit phases, and effective reporting.
5 Trainers
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Course Overview:
This competency provides a structured understanding of management systems auditing based on ISO auditing guidelines. It covers audit types, objectives, principles, independence, ethics, and the full audit lifecycle—from planning and procedures to execution, reporting, and post-audit activities. Participants learn evidence-based auditing techniques, how to evaluate conformity, and how to perform audits aligned with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements.
What You'll Learn:
- Audit types, objectives, and criteria used in management system audits
- Key principles of auditing, including independence, ethics, and professional conduct
- How to apply evidence-based auditing techniques across different audit phases
- Procedures used before, during, and after management system audits
- How to plan, initiate, and conduct Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit activities
- How to draft audit findings, manage nonconformities, and finalize reports
- Effective communication approaches throughout the audit process
- How ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 guide auditor competence and certification audits
Who Should Take This Course?
- Aspiring and current management system auditors
- Quality, information security, environmental, or compliance professionals involved in audits
- Consultants preparing organizations for certification audits
- Managers overseeing internal audit programs and audit teams
- Individuals seeking to understand ISO-based auditing and evidence-based assessment
- Organizations preparing for certification, surveillance, or re-certification audits
What You'll Get:
- 1 CPD per module (total 4)
- Certification upon completion
- Practical knowledge of ISO auditing principles and processes
- Hands-on understanding of audit procedures and evidence-based evaluation
- Techniques for reporting findings, handling nonconformities, and strengthening audit outcomes
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to complete this competency.
Module 1
Audit Fundamentals
- Audit Types, Objectives, and Criteria (13 mins)
- Audit Principles (14 mins)
- Independence (14 mins)
- Ethics (16 mins)
Take the Practice Quiz
Module 2
Audit Procedures
- Evidence-based Auditing (15 mins)
- Audit Procedures (Part I) (16 mins)
- Audit Procedures (Part II) (13 mins)
- Audit Procedures (Part III) (14 mins)
Take the Practice Quiz
Module 3
The Audit Process
- Initiation of the Audit Process (15 mins)
- Stage 1 Audit (14 mins)
- Preparing for Stage 2 Audit (15 mins)
- Stage 2 Audit (14 mins)
Take the Practice Quiz
Module 4
Finalization of the Audit Process
- Drafting Audit Findings and Nonconformities (15 mins)
- Closing the Audit (15 mins)
- Beyond the Initial Audit (15 mins)
- Communication during the Audit (15 mins)
Take the Practice Quiz
Specialization · 4 modules
4 Modules
100% Positive Reviews (32 reviews)
82 Lessons (4h 03m)
417 Students
Languages Available: Spanish, English, German, French
Exam
Certificate upon completion of the course
Tags
Auditing
Management Systems Auditing
Audit Procedures
Audit Fundamentals
ISO 19011 Standard
ISO/IEC 17021-1
About the Trainer
Bevan Lane
Cybersecurity and Information Security Specialist
Bevan Lane is a prominent figure in Information Security and IT Governance with over 25 years of global experience. Recognized for leading major information security projects, assessments, and policy initiatives, Bevan has delivered over 150 training sessions and presentations worldwide. His expertise includes incident response, investigations, ISMS implementation, certification audits, and security consulting. Known for strategic leadership and practical, client-focused solutions, Bevan is considered a leading authority in evolving information security and auditing practices.
