EN - Self study - PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor

What is included?

• You have 12 months time as of reception of the learning material to learn, do the exam and get your certification
  
• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course 
• Training material containing over 400 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed  
  
• An Attestation of Course Completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course. 
• In case candidates do not pass the exam, they are entitled to a free retake within 12 months from the date the coupon code is received  
• + 20% reduction on the first year subscription for our all-in-one ISMS/GRC management solution
  

Why should you take this training course?

The PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor training course equips you with the knowledge and skills to conduct anti-bribery management system (ABMS) audits using widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques.

Organizations worldwide seek skilled auditors to evaluate the effectiveness of anti-bribery policies and controls within an ISO 37001:2025-based ABMS. This course prepares you to assess, plan, and execute audits effectively while ensuring compliance with ISO 19011 (guidelines for auditing management systems) and ISO/IEC 17021-1 (certification process requirements).

Through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and discussions, you will gain deep insights into ABMS audit techniques while enhancing essential auditing skills.

Upon completing the course, you can take the certification exam. After passing the exam, you will earn the internationally recognized “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” credential, validating your ability to audit organizations for compliance with ISO 37001 requirements.  

Who should attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Auditors seeking to perform and lead ABMS audits
• Managers or consultants seeking to master the ABMS audit process
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37001 requirements in an organization
• Technical experts seeking to prepare for an ABMS audit
• Expert advisors in anti-bribery management

Training course structure

Module 1: Introduction to the anti-bribery management system (ABMS) and ISO 37001

• Training course objectives and structure
• Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Certification process
• Fundamental concepts and principles of anti-bribery
• Anti-bribery management system

Module 2: Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit

• Fundamental audit concepts and principles
• The impact of trends and technology in auditing
• Evidence-based auditing
• Risk-based auditing
• Initiation of the audit process
• Stage 1 audit

Module 3: On-site audit activities

• Preparing for stage 2 audit
• Stage 2 audit
• Communication during the audit
• Audit procedures
• Creating audit test plans

Module 4: Closing of the audit

• Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
• Audit documentation and quality review
• Closing of the audit
• Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
• Beyond the initial audit
• Managing an internal audit program
• Closing of the training course

Certification Exam

Learning objectives

Upon successfully completing the training course, you will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001
• Interpret the ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS from the perspective of an auditor
• Evaluate the ABMS conformity to ISO 37001 requirements, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Plan, conduct, and close an ISO 37001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
• Manage an ISO 37001 audit program

Examination

The PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an anti-bribery management system 
• Domain 2: Anti-bribery management system requirements
• Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Domain 4: Preparing an ISO 37001 audit
• Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 37001 audit 
• Domain 6: Closing an ISO 37001 audit
• Domain 7: Managing an ISO 37001 audit program

Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online through the PECB app OR in person in one of the PECB exam centers
Preparation: PECB Exam Preparation Guides
Language: The exam is available in multiple other languages and does not need to be taken in the same language as the training material. Additional time can be requested when your native language is not available in your mother tongue (to be requested by candidates on the exam day)
Retake: In case you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

Certification? 

Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential. 

The PECB ISO 37001 Auditor certification scheme has the following requirements:

Note: PECB certified individuals who possess both the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams related to this scheme. For more information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to PECB Master Credentials.

To be considered valid, these activities should follow best practices and include the following:

• 1. Planning an audit
  2. Managing an audit program
  3. Drafting audit reports
  4. Drafting nonconformity reports
  5. Drafting audit work documents
  6. Reviewing documented information
  7. Conducting on-site audit
  8. Following up on nonconformities
  9. Leading an audit team

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