About this course
This course covers auditing an organization's compliance management system against ISO 37301, including compliance risk assessment, controls, and governance structures.
Everything you get
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Live instructor-led sessions
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Downloadable templates and working documents
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Full learning management system access
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Realistic simulated audit case study
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Exam registration handled for you
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Digital certificate on successful completion
Learning outcomes
OUTCOME 1
Explain the CMS framework and ISO 37301 requirements
OUTCOME 2
Audit compliance risk assessment and governance structures
OUTCOME 3
Plan, conduct, report and follow up a CMS audit
OUTCOME 4
Evaluate compliance culture and reporting mechanisms
Practical, job-ready skills
Where this can take you
Step 1
Internal CMS Auditor
Audit your organization's compliance management system.
Step 2
CMS Lead Auditor
Lead certification audits for third-party bodies.
Step 3
Chief Compliance Officer
Oversee organization-wide compliance governance.
Course modules
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Module 1: CMS Fundamentals & ISO 37301 Framework
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Module 2: Audit Principles & Auditor Roles
3
Module 3: Compliance Risk Assessment Review
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Module 4: Conducting the Stage 2 Audit
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Module 5: Auditing Governance & Reporting Mechanisms
6
Module 6: Nonconformities & Reporting
7
Module 7: Closing Meetings & Corrective Action
Format & delivery
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Live virtual instructor-led sessions
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One continuous case study audited end-to-end
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Choice of intensive or part-time schedule
How you're assessed
Assessment is continuous through in-course activities, plus a final objective examination lasting approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, open book. A certificate is issued shortly after a passing result.
Who should attend
- Compliance officers and managers
- Legal and governance professionals
- Internal auditors moving to certification auditing
- Professionals pursuing CMS lead auditor certification
Frequently asked questions
What does this course cover? +
ISO 37301 requirements, compliance risk assessment, and auditing compliance management systems.
Who should attend? +
Compliance officers, legal and governance professionals.
What is the passing criteria? +
A minimum score of 70% on the final examination.
Can consultants attend this course? +
Yes, consultants supporting compliance programmes are welcome.
Is a certificate issued? +
Yes, a digital certificate is issued after a passing result.