ISO 9001:2015 IRCA QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QMS) CERTIFICATION
Become a Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor and Ensure Quality Excellence
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 18 – 22 Oct 2026 | Dammam – KSA | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
ISO 9001:2015 is the world’s most recognized quality management standard, helping organizations consistently meet customer expectations and improve overall performance. This intensive IRCA-accredited course equips participants with the knowledge and auditing skills required to become a certified QMS Lead Auditor.
Delivered in both English and Arabic, the course offers practical training on auditing principles, ISO 9001:2015 requirements, audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up. Participants will gain the competence and confidence to conduct internal and external audits in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 standards.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the structure and requirements of ISO 9001:2015
• Interpret QMS clauses in relation to quality performance and risk-based thinking
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on audits as per ISO 19011 guidelines
• Assess compliance, effectiveness, and continual improvement of QMS processes
• Perform lead auditor responsibilities and manage audit teams
Key Benefits of Attending
• Achieve IRCA-recognized QMS Lead Auditor certification
• Gain practical auditing experience through workshops and role-play
• Enhance your organization’s audit readiness and compliance assurance
• Meet the growing demand for certified quality professionals
• Contribute to performance improvement and customer satisfaction
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Quality managers, QMS coordinators, and internal auditors
• Professionals preparing to conduct or lead third-party audits
• Management representatives seeking ISO 9001:2015 implementation mastery
• Consultants and engineers responsible for quality performance and compliance
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 structure and intent
• Audit planning, execution, and reporting skills
• Risk-based thinking and process-based auditing
• Objective evidence gathering and interview techniques
• Communication, leadership, and audit team coordination
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Improved quality control and consistency across business functions
• Compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and customer requirements
• Enhanced audit readiness for certification and surveillance audits
• Greater stakeholder confidence in quality systems
• Reduced quality-related costs and process variation
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – Overview of ISO 9001:2015 and audit management standards
• Case Studies – Real-world audit situations and findings analysis
• Workshops – Hands-on activities in checklist development, audit planning, and reporting
• Peer Exchange – Group audits, observations, and team feedback
• Tools – Templates for audit plans, nonconformance reports, and process assessments
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 9001:2015 and Quality Management
- Module 1: Understanding ISO 9001:2015 (07:30 – 09:30)
• Background and evolution of ISO 9001
• Quality principles and process approach
• Structure of the standard (Annex SL framework) - Module 2: QMS Context and Leadership (09:45 – 11:15)
• Clause 4: Organizational context
• Clause 5: Leadership and commitment
• Quality policy and roles - Module 3: Planning and Risk-Based Thinking (11:30 – 01:00)
• Clause 6: Actions to address risks and opportunities
• Quality objectives and planning of changes
• Risk assessment in QMS - Module 4: Workshop – Clause Interpretation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Group discussion and case exercises
Day 2: Operations and Support Processes
- Module 1: Support Functions in QMS (07:30 – 09:30)
• Clauses on resources, competence, awareness, communication
• Documented information and control - Module 2: Operational Control and Product Realization (09:45 – 11:15)
• Clause 8: Planning and control of operations
• Customer requirements and design control
• External providers and purchasing - Module 3: Workshop – Process Mapping (11:30 – 01:00)
• Mapping organizational processes to ISO 9001 requirements - Module 4: Practical Group Exercise (02:00 – 03:30)
• Drafting process audit questions
Day 3: Performance Evaluation and Improvement
- Module 1: Monitoring and Measurement (07:30 – 09:30)
• Clause 9: Performance evaluation
• Internal audit, management review, and analysis - Module 2: Nonconformity and Corrective Action (09:45 – 11:15)
• Clause 10: Continual improvement
• Handling deviations and root cause analysis - Module 3: Audit Principles and ISO 19011 Overview (11:30 – 01:00)
• Principles of auditing and types of audits
• Competency and conduct of auditors - Module 4: Workshop – Corrective Action (02:00 – 03:30)
• Writing effective nonconformance reports
Day 4: Audit Planning and Execution
- Module 1: Preparing for the Audit (07:30 – 09:30)
• Audit objectives, scope, and criteria
• Planning and scheduling
• Creating checklists and work documents - Module 2: Conducting the Audit (09:45 – 11:15)
• Opening meetings, data gathering, interviews
• Sampling techniques and evidence collection - Module 3: Nonconformance Identification (11:30 – 01:00)
• Grading and categorizing findings
• Communicating with auditees - Module 4: Workshop – Mock Audit Scenarios (02:00 – 03:30)
• Simulated audit interviews and feedback
Day 5: Reporting and Follow-Up
- Module 1: Audit Reporting (07:30 – 09:30)
• Drafting audit conclusions and closing meeting
• Preparing the audit report and recommendations - Module 2: Corrective Action Follow-Up (09:45 – 11:15)
• Tracking effectiveness of corrections and improvements
• Verification techniques - Module 3: IRCA Certification and Exam Preparation (11:30 – 01:00)
• IRCA certification criteria and code of conduct
• Final review and key takeaways - Module 4: Written Examination (02:00 – 03:30)
• Formal IRCA-recognized assessment
Certification
Participants will receive an IRCA-Accredited Certificate of Completion in ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor, validating their qualification to perform and lead audits of Quality Management Systems against ISO 9001:2015 in compliance with international auditing standards.