PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor

Overview:

Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

ISO 37001 is the international standard for Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS), designed to help organizations prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks effectively. It provides a structured approach to implementing anti-bribery controls, ensuring compliance with global regulations and ethical standards. This training program equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to audit anti-bribery management systems in accordance with ISO 37001. It prepares them to lead audits, assess compliance, and enhance corporate governance, ensuring organizations maintain integrity and prevent corruption.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Explore the principles and requirements of ISO 37001 and the role of a lead auditor.

• Develop audit planning, execution, and risk-based assessment skills.

• Conduct interviews, document reviews, and compliance assessments in anti-bribery audits.

• Prepare audit reports and corrective action plans for compliance improvement.

• Prepare for the PECB ISO 37001 Lead Auditor certification exam.

Target Audience:

• Compliance auditors and officers.

• Internal and external auditors.

• Anti-bribery and ethics professionals.

• Risk and governance managers.

• Professionals preparing for the PECB ISO 37001 Lead Auditor certification.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

ISO 37001 and the Role of an Auditor:

• Overview of ISO 37001 and its objectives.

• Key requirements of an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS).

• Roles and responsibilities of a lead auditor.

• Ethics and principles of auditing.

• The importance of independence and impartiality in audits.

Unit 2:

Planning and Preparing for an ISO 37001 Audit:

• Key activities for developing an audit plan and scope.

• Techniques for conducting a risk-based approach to audit planning.

• Audit checklists and documentation methods.

• How to establish communication protocols with auditees.

• How to establish communication protocols with audit teams and stakeholders.

Unit 3:

Conducting an ISO 37001 Audit:

• Techniques for interviewing and evidence gathering.

• Reviewing policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Tools for identifying non-conformities and assessing risks.

• The process of handling challenging audit scenarios effectively.

• Importace of ensuring compliance with ISO 37001 auditing requirements.

Unit 4:

Reporting and Follow-Up on Audit Findings:

• How to prepare clear and concise audit reports.

• Techniques for communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Key activities for developing corrective and preventive action plans.

• The role of conducting follow-up audits to verify compliance.

• Importance of ensuring continuous improvement through audit insights.

Unit 5:

Certification Exam Preparation:

• Detailed review of PECB ISO 37001 Lead Auditor exam requirements.

• Review of essential topics and key concepts.

• Sample exam questions and their potential answers.

• Resources and study materials for exam preparation.

Note: This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.