ISO 26000 Lead Auditor Course Overview

To ensure that participants are well-prepared to make the most of the ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course offered by Koenig Solutions, the following minimum required prerequisites are recommended:

• A basic understanding of social responsibility concepts and the importance of sustainable business practices.
• Familiarity with the principles of auditing, including audit planning, conducting, reporting, and follow-up.
• Knowledge of management systems and how they are typically structured and implemented within organizations.
• Awareness of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks that impact social responsibility and auditing practices.
• Proficiency in communication skills, as effective communication is crucial during audits.
• Analytical skills to assess evidence and identify non-conformities during an audit.
• Ability to work with teams, as auditing often involves collaboration with various stakeholders.

Please note that while prior experience in social responsibility programs or auditing can be beneficial, it is not a strict requirement to enroll in the ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course. Our training is designed to build on your existing knowledge and provide you with the expertise needed to perform social responsibility audits effectively.

Target Audience for ISO 26000 Lead Auditor

The ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course equips professionals with the expertise to assess social responsibility programs.

Target audience for the ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course includes:

• CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Managers
• Quality Assurance Managers
• Compliance Officers
• Environmental Health and Safety Managers
• Risk Management Professionals
• Sustainability Officers
• Internal and External Auditors
• Consultants specializing in social responsibility or sustainability
• Corporate Governance Professionals
• NGO/NPO Managers working with corporations on CSR initiatives
• Supply Chain Managers dealing with ethical sourcing and responsible business practices
• Human Resources Managers focusing on ethical labor practices and corporate ethics
• Legal Advisers dealing with CSR compliance and regulations
• Professionals involved in developing and implementing CSR strategies within an organization
• Business Owners seeking to integrate social responsibility into their business practices

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this ISO 26000 Lead Auditor?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes

The ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course provides comprehensive training on auditing Social Responsibility Programs (SRP) in accordance with the ISO 26000 guidelines, covering principles, preparation, execution, and management of audits.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understanding of the purpose and structure of ISO 26000 and the fundamentals of social responsibility.
• Knowledge of the standard and regulatory framework pertaining to social responsibility.
• Ability to interpret the principles of social responsibility within the context of an organization.
• Skills to initiate, prepare, and conduct a stage 1 audit, including assessing risk and gathering evidence.
• Competence in carrying out on-site audit activities, communicating effectively, and managing audit procedures.
• Proficiency in creating audit test plans, and drafting audit findings and non-conformity reports.
• Expertise in documenting, reviewing, and closing an audit while evaluating action plans and follow-up processes.
• Insight into managing an internal audit program and improving social responsibility practices beyond the initial audit.
• Understanding the competence and evaluation criteria for auditors to ensure integrity and professionalism.
• Preparation to successfully complete the ISO 26000 Lead Auditor certification exam.