CERTIFIED ISO 26000 LEAD AUDITOR
Lead Social Responsibility Audits with Confidence, Integrity, and Global Best Practices.
Course Schedule
| Venue (InHouse) | Fees |
|---|---|
| At Your Organization Premises | Ask For The Quotation |
Course Introduction
The Certified ISO 26000 Lead Auditor course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills required to perform social responsibility audits and assessments in line with ISO 26000 guidelines. Although ISO 26000 is not a certifiable standard, this course focuses on auditing systems and practices using the principles of ISO 26000 as a framework for evaluating social responsibility (SR) initiatives and performance.
Participants will explore stakeholder engagement, ethical behavior, sustainable development, and integration of SR into governance, operations, and strategies.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core principles and structure of ISO 26000
- Assess an organization’s social responsibility performance
- Conduct and lead ISO 26000-based audits
- Interpret social responsibility practices within a legal and ethical context
- Identify gaps, risks, and areas for SR improvement
- Report audit findings and provide actionable recommendations
Key Benefits of Attending
- Gain practical insight into implementing and evaluating SR programs
- Position yourself as a leader in sustainability and ethics
- Learn structured audit techniques applicable across industries
- Improve corporate governance and stakeholder trust
Intended Audience
- CSR / ESG Managers and Officers
- Compliance and Sustainability Auditors
- Management System Auditors
- Quality, HSE, and Governance Professionals
- Anyone involved in developing, implementing, or assessing CSR frameworks
Individual Benefits
- Gain advanced audit skills with a focus on social responsibility
- Understand global CSR standards and best practices
- Contribute to ethical, transparent, and sustainable organizational practices
- Qualify to lead internal or external audits using ISO 26000 principles
Organization Benefits
- Improve transparency, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability performance
- Align operations with global expectations on social responsibility
- Enhance reputation and corporate citizenship
- Identify and mitigate SR-related risks and non-compliance
Instructional Methdology
- Real-world case studies on social responsibility practices
- Interactive workshops and group discussions
- Audit simulations, exercises, and role-playing
- Guided analysis of ISO 26000 clauses and their application
- Pre- and post-course assessments and exam preparation
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1: Understanding Social Responsibility & ISO 26000
- Module 1: Introduction to ISO 26000 and its Purpose (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Core Subjects of Social Responsibility (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Principles of SR – Accountability, Transparency, Ethical Behavior (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Stakeholder Identification & Engagement (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 2: Governance, Integration, and Legal Compliance
- Module 1: Integrating SR in Governance and Management Systems (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Human Rights, Labor Practices, and Fair Operating Practices (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Consumer Issues & Community Involvement (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Understanding Legal and Regulatory Frameworks (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 3: Social Responsibility Auditing Framework
- Module 1: Audit Principles, Types, and Process Overview (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Planning an ISO 26000-Based Audit (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Conducting Interviews and Gathering SR Evidence (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Assessing SR Performance, Compliance, and Risks (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 4: Leading and Managing SR Audits
- Module 1: Audit Team Roles, Ethics, and Communication (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: On-site Audit Activities and Observation Techniques (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Non-Conformities, Findings, and Best Practice Identification (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Audit Report Preparation and Follow-Up Actions (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 5: Final Review, Examination & Wrap-Up
- Module 1: Review of SR Concepts and ISO 26000 Principles (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Mock Audit Exercises and Case Scenarios (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Final Assessment and Q&A (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Certification Wrap-Up, Feedback & Action Planning (02:00 – 03:30)
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion – Certified ISO 26000 Lead Auditor upon passing the final assessment and attending all modules. This course is aligned with recognized auditing and social responsibility practices and prepares participants to lead evaluations of CSR initiatives using ISO 26000 guidelines.