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ISO 37301

ISO 37301 Lead Auditor

Lead Auditor

Conduct audits of compliance management systems based on ISO 37301, ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.

Category Governance, Risk and Compliance
Level Lead Auditor
Language EN / FR
Duration 5 days

The programme

The PECB Certified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor training course enables you to develop the competence to perform compliance management system (CMS) audits by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques, based on the guidelines of ISO 19011 and the certification process described in ISO/IEC 17021-1. Exercises, quizzes, and case studies cover the key aspects of a CMS audit, from interviews to nonconformity reports and the final audit report.

Who should attend?

  • Auditors seeking to perform and lead CMS audits
  • Managers or consultants seeking to master the CMS audit process
  • Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37301 requirements
  • Expert advisors and compliance officers

Course agenda

  • Day 1 — Introduction to the compliance management system (CMS) and ISO 37301
  • Day 2 — Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit
  • Day 3 — On-site audit activities
  • Day 4 — Closing of the audit
  • Day 5 — Certification exam

Learning objectives

  • Understand the main concepts of a CMS and its processes based on ISO 37301
  • Understand the auditor’s role in planning, leading, and following up on a CMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011
  • Interpret the requirements of ISO 37301 in the context of a CMS audit
  • Plan an audit, lead a team of auditors, draft nonconformity reports, and follow up on an audit

Examination

Exam duration: 3 hours.

General information

  • More than 450 pages of training materials, including practical examples, exercises and quizzes.
  • An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.

Languages: available in English and French. For another language, send us a request and we will check availability.

Where each format is available

  • Self-paced study — available worldwide.
  • Classroom and live online sessions — Africa and the Middle East.

Tell us where you are and which format suits you; we confirm what is available.

The certification

The examination is set and marked by PECB, which issues the certificate on success. DataConfo Academy delivers the training and registers you.

Examination format, eligibility conditions and retake terms are confirmed with you before registration.

Level Lead Auditor
Duration 5 days
Language EN / FR
Awarding body PECB

PECB is a proprietary mark of PECB Group Inc. and is used under licence.

Certification pathway

Where this programme sits in the Governance, Risk and Compliance progression.

FoundationISO 37001 Foundation$390TransitionISO 37001:2025 Transition$390FoundationISO 37301 Foundation$390IntroductionISO 37301 Introduction$390FoundationISO/IEC 38500 Foundation$390ManagerISO 37000 Corporate Governance Manager$790ManagerISO/IEC 38500 IT Corporate Governance Manager$790Risk ManagerISO/TS 31050 Emerging Risks Manager$390Lead ManagerISO 37000 Lead Corporate Governance Manager$790Lead AuditorISO 37001 Lead Auditor$790Lead ImplementerISO 37001 Lead Implementer$790Lead AuditorISO 37301 Lead Auditor$790Lead ImplementerISO 37301 Lead Implementer$790Lead ManagerISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager$790

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?
Add the course to your cart and complete the checkout. You can also write to us first using Request Information.
In which language will the session be delivered?
Choose your language on this page before adding the certification to your cart. Only the languages listed for this programme are available.
What happens after I pay?
You receive an order confirmation by email. We then contact you to agree the dates, open your access and register you with PECB. A person handles every registration.
Can you deliver this in-company?
Yes. Use Request Information and tell us the number of participants and your preferred dates.
Is the examination included?
Yes. The PECB examination and the certificate are included in the price shown.

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