ISO-22301-Lead-Auditor Exam Information and Guideline
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
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Exam Specification: ISO-22301-Lead-Auditor (PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor)
Exam Name: ISO-22301-Lead-Auditor (PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor)
Exam Code: ISO-22301-Lead-Auditor
Exam Duration: 3 hours
Passing Score: Not specified
Exam Format: Multiple-choice
Course Outline:
1. Introduction to Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
- Understanding the concepts and principles of business continuity management
- Overview of ISO 22301 and its requirements
- Roles and responsibilities of a BCMS lead auditor
2. Planning and Initiating an ISO 22301 Audit
- Establishing the audit objectives, scope, and criteria
- Developing an audit plan and schedule
- Conducting the opening meeting with auditees
3. Conducting an ISO 22301 Audit
- Gathering and evaluating audit evidence
- Interviewing auditees and conducting site visits
- Documenting audit findings and observations
4. Audit Reporting and Communication
- Preparing and issuing an audit report
- Communicating audit findings to relevant stakeholders
- Addressing corrective actions and follow-up activities
5. Audit Follow-up and Closure
- Evaluating the effectiveness of corrective actions
- Verifying compliance with ISO 22301 requirements
- Finalizing the audit and preparing for closure
Exam Objectives:
1. Understand the principles and concepts of business continuity management.
2. Familiarize oneself with the ISO 22301 standard and its requirements.
3. Plan and initiate an ISO 22301 audit effectively.
4. Conduct an ISO 22301 audit, including gathering and evaluating audit evidence.
5. Report audit findings and communicate them to relevant stakeholders.
6. Follow up on audit findings and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions.
7. Close the audit process and ensure compliance with ISO 22301 requirements.
Exam Syllabus:
Section 1: Introduction to Business Continuity Management System (10%)
- Business continuity management concepts and principles
- Overview of ISO 22301 and its requirements
- Role of a BCMS lead auditor
Section 2: Planning and Initiating an ISO 22301 Audit (20%)
- Audit objectives, scope, and criteria
- Development of an audit plan and schedule
- Conducting the opening meeting with auditees
Section 3: Conducting an ISO 22301 Audit (40%)
- Gathering and evaluating audit evidence
- Interviewing auditees and conducting site visits
- Documentation of audit findings and observations
Section 4: Audit Reporting and Communication (15%)
- Preparation and issuance of an audit report
- Communication of audit findings to stakeholders
- Addressing corrective actions and follow-up activities
Section 5: Audit Follow-up and Closure (15%)
- Evaluation of corrective actions' effectiveness
- Verification of compliance with ISO 22301 requirements
- Finalization of the audit and closure