ISO - 22301 Lead Auditor - Business Continuity Management

The ISO 22301 Lead Auditor is a PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board) official course.

Get the skills and knowledge needed in order to audit a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on the new ISO 22301 certification. This course includes the certification exam, which you'll gain in just three days - 40% faster than traditional training.

What you'll learn during the course

You’ll learn how to manage a team of auditors by using the widely recognised audit principles, procedures and techniques. And how to proficiently plan and perform internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011; the certification process according to 17021.

During the course, you’ll develop the skills and competencies necessary to complete an audit. This training is compatible with BS 25999 audit and ISO 27031. You'll learn the following domains:

• Mastering audit techniques
• Managing audit teams and programmes
• Communicating with customers
• Conflict resolution
• Business continuity management specification
• Guidelines for information and communication technology readiness for business continuity

As of March 2023, PECB have partnered with Credly to offer you the chance of earning a digital badge upon completing your certification.

You'll also get one year’s free membership of PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board) - which usually costs around £250.

• Day 1: Introduction to business continuity management system (BCMS), ISO 22301, and audit principles
• Day 2: Audit preparation, initiation of an audit, and on-site audit activities
• Day 3: Audit test plans, closing of an audit, and certification exam

At the end of this accelerated course, you'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor

• Duration: 3 hours
• Number of questions: 80
• Format: Multiple choice
• 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: Preparing 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

You can also apply for the following credentials depending on your level of experience:

• PECB Certified ISO 22301 Provisional Auditor
• PECB Certified ISO 22301 Auditor
• PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
• PECB Certified ISO 22301 Senior Lead Auditor

As well as gaining your ISO 22301 certification, you'll also be provided with a free student manual which you can take home with you. It contains over 450 pages of information and practical examples.

Your certificate is worth 31 CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits. CPE credits are required to ensure that you (or the person holding the CPA license) are knowledgeable about developments in the industry.

You should already have an ISO22301 Foundation Certification or basic knowledge of BS 25999 or ISO 27031.

Basic understanding of business continuity concepts is also recommended.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

1. Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
2. You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
3. Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
4. Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
5. You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
6. You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
7. You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

• For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
  ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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