ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 – Interpretation and Internal Auditor Training Course

Module 1: ISO 9001 – Decoding the Standard

• Introduction to core Quality Management Principles.
• Structural overview and key clauses of ISO 9001.
• Essential terminology and definitions.
• The process approach and risk-based thinking methodology.
• In-depth analysis of ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Applying these requirements to real-world business scenarios.
• Guidance on documentation and implementation.

Module 2: ISO 9001 – Internal Auditor Competency

• Defining the role and responsibilities of an internal auditor.
• Audit planning, preparation, and logistics.
• Managing opening and closing audit meetings.
• Effective interviewing techniques and evidence collection strategies.
• Classifying nonconformities and reporting findings.
• Writing clear and impactful audit reports.
• Tracking corrective action implementation.
• Hands-on audit simulations using case studies.

Module 3: ISO 27001 – Understanding the Standard

• Fundamentals of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
• Core concepts and guiding principles of ISO 27001.
• Comprehensive walkthrough of ISO 27001:2022 clauses and Annex A controls.
• Risk assessment and treatment methodologies.
• Statement of Applicability (SoA) development and documentation needs.
• Common implementation challenges and industry best practices.

Module 4: ISO 27001 – Internal Auditor Specialization

• Auditing techniques specific to information security controls.
• Planning and executing ISMS internal audits.
• Gathering evidence in digital environments.
• Reporting information security nonconformities.
• Follow-up procedures and continual improvement mechanisms.
• Audit roleplay exercises based on realistic ISMS scenarios.

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