ISO 27701 Foundation — Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)

On this accelerated 1-day ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation course, you’ll learn the essential principles, concepts, and requirements of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) based on ISO/IEC 27701:2025.

Guided by expert instructors, the course introduces how ISO/IEC 27701 extends ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002 to support global privacy and data protection obligations such as GDPR. You’ll develop a clear understanding of PIMS terminology, key roles, core privacy controls, and how organisations use the standard to strengthen their privacy management practices.

Achieving the PECB ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation certification validates your fundamental knowledge of privacy information management and provides a strong starting point for further training in privacy, security, and compliance frameworks.

Throughout this course, you'll learn how to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts and principles of a privacy information management system (PIMS) based on ISO/IEC 27701
• Identify the relationship between ISO/IEC 27701, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Understand the approaches, standards, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and management of a PIMS

With Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review method, you’ll certify while gaining access to official courseware, expert instruction, and an immersive, distraction-free learning environment.

As part of the course, you’ll take the ISO 27701 Foundation exam, backed by our Certification Guarantee for added confidence. Additionally, upon certification, you’ll earn a digital badge, enhancing your professional credibility in Privacy Information Management (PIMS).

Why choose Firebrand?

• Flexible Delivery Options: Choose between classroom-based training or virtual instructor-led sessions, with delivery options to suit your needs and schedule
• Comprehensive Certification Preparation: Covers the PECB exam topics with integrated study materials and practice exercises
• Interactive Learning: Includes workshops, case studies, and group discussions to apply concepts practically
• Experienced Instructors: Led by certified trainers with extensive industry experience

Audience

This training course is intended for:

• Individuals involved in information security and privacy management
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge on the main processes of a privacy information management system
• Individuals interested in pursuing a career in privacy information management
• Individuals responsible for personally identifiable information (PII) within organizations
• Information security team members

• Training course objectives and structure
• Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
• Fundamental concepts and principles of information security and privacy
• Understanding of the organisation and its context
• Leadership
• Planning
• Support
• Operations
• Performance evaluation
• Improvement
• Privacy controls
• Exam prep

No prior experience is required to attend this course.

At the end of this course, you'll sit the official PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation examination, covered by the Firebrand Certification Guarantee.

• Duration: 60 Minutes (1 hour)
• Format: Multiple-choice, closed-book
• Number of questions: 40
• Pass score:70%
• CPD points available: 14 CPD points available upon completion
• Digital Badge: PECB have partnered with Credly to offer you the chance of earning a digital badge upon completing your certification.

Competency domains covered during the examination include:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
• Domain 2: Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for your credential. You will receive a designation once you meet the requirements related to the specified credential.