PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor

The "PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor eLearning" certification is a premier certification for business continuity audit professionals who wish to demonstrate their expertise in auditing Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) according to the ISO 22301 standard. This certification is specifically designed to be delivered via online training (eLearning), offering learners the flexibility to follow the program at their own pace.

The "PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor" certification is internationally recognized and attests that the holder possesses the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, conduct, and manage BCMS audits in compliance with the ISO 22301 standard. As a lead auditor, you will be able to assess BCMS compliance, identify areas of non-conformity, and recommend corrective actions.

What does the online learning (eLearning) experience of ISO 22301 Lead Auditor look like?

Our ISO 22301 Lead Auditor online training course is delivered via the KATE application. Once logged in using your PECB account, you will be able to browse through the different sections of the training course. In addition to having access to the training course content in the form of videos, you will also be able to access the regular format of training materials, structured into training days, with additional files available in an editable format (depending on the training course, case study files, practical exercises, and exercise solution files will also be available). Quizzes have been integrated into the KATE application to make our training courses as interactive as possible.

Here's how the online learning experience of ISO 22301 Lead Auditor unfolds:

• Follow the training course via the KATE application.
• Access the training materials structured into training days.
• Benefit from additional files, including case studies, practical exercises, and exercise solutions.
• Test your knowledge through interactive quizzes.
• Prepare to take the exam at a date, time, and location that suits you through the PECB Exams option.

This online learning approach aims to offer maximum flexibility to participants, allowing them to follow the course at their own pace and prepare for the ISO 22301 Lead Auditor certification exam. It combines the ease of online learning with interactive elements to enhance understanding and retention of concepts related to auditing business continuity in accordance with the ISO 22301 standard.

Who should participate?

• Auditors seeking to conduct and lead Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) certification audits.
• Managers or consultants looking to master the audit process of a Business Continuity Management System.
• Individuals responsible for maintaining compliance with Business Continuity Management System requirements.
• Technical experts seeking to prepare for a Business Continuity Management System audit.
• Expert advisors in Business Continuity Management.

This online training course on business continuity auditing is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of professionals, including auditors, managers, consultants, technical experts, and business continuity advisors. It aims to enhance their skills in conducting BCMS audits in accordance with the ISO 22301 standard.

Training course program:

Introduction to Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and ISO 22301:

• Training course objectives and structure.
• Standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Certification process.
• Basic concepts and principles of business continuity.
• Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) Audit Principles, Preparation, and Initiation:
• Basic concepts and principles of auditing.
• Impact of trends and technology on auditing.
• Evidence-based auditing.
• Risk-based auditing.
• Audit feasibility.
• Phase 1 audit activities.
• On-site audit activities.
• Preparation for Phase 2 audit.
• Phase 2 audit.
• Communication during the audit.
• Audit procedures.
• Creating audit test plans.
• Audit closure.
• Writing audit findings and non-conformity reports.
• Audit documentation and quality review.
• Audit closure.
• Auditor evaluation of action plans.
• Beyond the initial audit.
• Managing an internal audit program.
• Training course closure.
• Certification exam.

Exam:

The "PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor" exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Exam and Certification Program (ECP). This exam covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Principles and Fundamental Concepts of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS): This assesses your understanding of basic principles and concepts related to business continuity management.

Domain 2: Business Continuity Management System (BCMS): This domain covers the requirements and components of a BCMS in accordance with the ISO 22301 standard.

Domain 3: Audit Concepts and Principles: You will be evaluated on basic audit concepts and principles, which are essential for conducting a BCMS audit.

Domain 4: Preparation for an ISO 22301 audit: This domain covers the preparation required to conduct an audit in accordance with the ISO 22301 standard.

Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 22301 audit: This involves the actual audit conduct, including the application of audit methods.

Domain 6: Closure of an ISO 22301 audit: This domain focuses on the final stages of the audit, including writing audit reports.

Domain 7: Managing an ISO 22301 audit program: You will be evaluated on managing an ongoing audit program related to the BCMS.

Passing this exam demonstrates your expertise in business continuity management, as well as your skills in planning, conducting, and managing audits in compliance with the ISO 22301 standard. It confirms your ability to assess and improve BCMS and contribute to strengthening organizational resilience against interruptions and incidents.