ISO 19011:2026 Auditing Management Systems Course
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Course Description
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of ISO 19011:2026, the guideline standard for auditing management systems. It covers the principles of auditing, managing an audit program, conducting internal and external audits, and evaluating auditor competence.
The training highlights updated guidance on risk-based auditing, remote and digital audit techniques, auditor behavior, and audit reporting. Participants will learn how to plan, conduct, and report audits effectively while ensuring objectivity, consistency, and value-added outcomes across various ISO management systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO/IEC standards.
This course is offered as a free learning resource for educational purposes. A certificate of completion is not included by default. However, learners who wish to obtain a certificate may do so by paying the applicable certification fee. To request a certificate, please contact us at [email protected] with your course details.
Who Should Attend
- Internal auditors and lead auditors
- Quality, environmental, and OH&S managers
- Management system coordinators
- Compliance and risk management professionals
- Consultants and trainers in ISO standards
- Personnel involved in planning or participating in audits
Benefits
- Understand ISO 19011:2026 auditing guidelines
- Learn how to plan, conduct, and report audits effectively
- Apply risk-based thinking in audit programs
- Improve auditor competence and audit consistency
- Gain insights into remote and digital auditing techniques
- Enhance audit effectiveness across multiple ISO standards
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ISO 19011 IntroductionThis lesson introduces ISO 19011, the international guideline for auditing management systems. It explains the purpose, scope and importance of audits.
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2ISO 19011 Terms & definitions
This lesson introduces the key terminology used in ISO 19011 for auditing management systems. It explains essential concepts such as audit, audit criteria, audit evidence, findings, and audit results, along with roles like auditor, auditee, and audit team. The lesson also covers terms related to audit planning and execution, including audit programme, scope, and plan, as well as newer concepts like remote auditing methods. Understanding these definitions ensures clear communication, consistent interpretation, and effective implementation of auditing practices.
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3ISO 19011 Principles of auditing
This lesson explains the fundamental principles of auditing defined in ISO 19011:2026, which ensure audits are credible, objective, and reliable. It covers key principles such as integrity, fair presentation, due professional care, confidentiality, independence, and evidence-based approach, along with the risk-based approach to auditing. Learners understand how these principles guide auditor behavior, decision-making, and audit outcomes, forming the foundation for conducting effective and trustworthy management system audits.
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4ISO 19011 Managing audit programme
This lesson introduces how to establish, implement, monitor, and improve an audit programme in accordance with ISO 19011.
It explains the need to align the programme with organizational objectives, risks, and priorities, and covers key aspects such as defining scope, assigning responsibilities, allocating resources, and scheduling audits. The lesson also highlights the importance of monitoring performance, evaluating effectiveness, and driving continual improvement, ensuring the audit programme remains efficient, risk-based, and value-adding.
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5ISO 19011 Conducting audit
This lesson explains the process of planning and carrying out an audit in line with ISO 19011 standard. It covers key stages such as initiating the audit, preparing audit plans, conducting audit activities, collecting and verifying evidence, and communicating findings. The lesson also emphasizes effective interaction with the auditee, use of appropriate audit methods (including remote auditing), and maintaining objectivity throughout the audit. Learners gain an understanding of how to ensure audits are systematic, evidence-based, and result-oriented.
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6ISO 19011 Auditor competence
This lesson explains the competence requirements for auditors as defined in ISO 19011. It covers the necessary knowledge, skills, and personal attributes required to perform effective audits, including understanding of management system standards, audit principles, and industry-specific processes. The lesson also addresses evaluation of auditor competence, ongoing development, and maintaining proficiency, ensuring auditors can conduct audits that are credible, consistent, and value-adding.
