Brand Consulting Group, Inc.: ISO 9001

Lead Auditor Course

Course Description
This “BS 25999 Lead Auditor” course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct and lead effective business continuity management system audits in accordance with the requirements of BS 25999-2:2007 and ISO 19011:2002, “Guidelines for Quality and/or Environmental Management Systems Auditing.” The course explains the principles and practices of independent auditing for a business continuity management system and guides students through the entire audit process, from managing an audit program to reporting on audit results. Students will gain the necessary auditing skills through a balance of formal classroom tutorials, practical role-playing, group workshops, and open forum discussions.

Learning Objectives

Lead an audit of a business continuity management system
Carry out an audit of a business continuity management system
Clarify the different purposes of BS 25999 Part 1 and Part 2
Explain the requirements of BS 25999-2:2007
Understand the Business Continuity Management Code of Practice BS 25999-1:2006
Articulate and present audit findings
Manage successful audit communication and interviews
Write a succinct audit report
Conduct opening, closing, and follow-up audit meetings

Course Materials Provided
Students receive comprehensive course manuals with reference materials.

Who Should Attend

Existing lead auditors in other schemes
Business continuity professionals (BCI, DRII)
Consultants
Business Continuity Managers
IT Managers
Information Security Professionals
Internal and external auditors responsible for auditing business continuity practices

Prerequisite
It would be beneficial for participants to have some understanding of business continuity and/or auditing principles around another management system standard before attending this course.

Duration: 5 Days

Price: $20,000 (for up to 10 people)

Public Course: $2,495 per person