Overview

In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations must ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 to maintain quality, enhance efficiency, and stay competitive. Effective auditing is the backbone of a strong Quality Management System (QMS), and skilled lead auditors play a critical role in driving continuous improvement.

This interactive, in-person ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to conduct, manage, and lead audits with confidence. Recognized by Exemplar Global, this course prepares you to interpret ISO 9001 requirements, assess compliance, and drive meaningful improvements in any organization.

Guided by expert instructors, you’ll explore every phase of the audit process, including:

• Understanding ISO 9001:2015 requirements and quality management principles
• Audit planning, scheduling, and preparation
• Conducting opening and closing meetings
• Reviewing documentation, records, and processes
• Interviewing auditees and gathering objective evidence
• Identifying and reporting nonconformities
• Implementing corrective actions and follow-up procedures

Through hands-on workshops, case studies, and real-world scenarios, you’ll develop the confidence to lead audits effectively, regardless of your industry or experience level.

Topics Covered

• Analyzing Processes to Identify Resources and
• Critical Controls
• Analyzing Operational Risk
• Reviewing System Documentation and Preparing an Audit Plan
• Reviewing Processes and Preparing Checklists
• Verifying Facts
• Determining Nonconformities
• Writing Nonconformity Statements
• Interviewing Auditees
• Chairing a Closing Meeting
• Reporting the Audit
• Taking Corrective Action

Who Should Attend

• Quality Managers
• Management Representatives
• Audit Program Managers
• Lead Auditor Candidates
• Internal Auditors
• Quality Consultants
• Anyone looking to improve their organization’s quality management system

Attendees successfully completing the examinations provided in conjunction with this course receive a Certificate of Attainment for these Exemplar Global knowledge competency units:
QM – Quality Management Systems
AU – Auditing Management Systems
TL – Leading Management Systems Audit Teams