Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course to ISO 9001:2015 (QMS)
Instructor-led Auditor and Lead Auditor training for ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems over five days.
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About This Course
This five-day instructor-led Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course provides practical knowledge and skills for auditing ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems (QMS). Delivered by expert trainers in a classroom setting, the course combines group discussions, case studies, role plays, and practical exercises to develop auditing competence aligned with international standards. Ideal for professionals responsible for conducting or managing internal and external audits, participants will gain the ability to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on QMS audits effectively. The course emphasises real-world application and compliance verification to support continual improvement and organisational excellence.
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What You Will Learn
- Identify key requirements of ISO 9001:2015 relevant to auditing processes and systems
- Describe the audit principles, types, and techniques for effective QMS auditing
- Plan and prepare audit activities in compliance with ISO 19011 guidelines
- Conduct opening meetings, interviews, and document reviews to gather audit evidence
- Evaluate audit findings and prepare clear, objective audit reports
- Demonstrate leadership skills required to manage an audit team and close audits successfully
Course Outline
Introduction to ISO 9001:2015 and Quality Management Principles
Audit Fundamentals and Principles
Audit Planning and Preparation
Conducting the Audit: Techniques and Methods
Audit Reporting and Follow-up
Lead Auditor Responsibilities and Team Management
Case Studies and Practical Exercises
Who Should Attend
- This course is designed for quality managers, internal auditors, compliance officers, supervisors, and professionals responsible for conducting or managing ISO 9001:2015 audits within their organisations or as external auditors.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for this course; however, familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and quality management concepts is beneficial.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course is delivered instructor-led in a classroom or workshop setting with expert trainers facilitating group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises.
While there are no formal prerequisites, having basic knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and quality management systems will help participants fully benefit from the training.
Yes, all participants receive a certificate of completion from SMS Training Academy after successfully finishing the course.
Quality managers, internal auditors, compliance officers, supervisors, and professionals involved in QMS auditing will find this course particularly relevant.
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