Lead auditors anchor the ISO 9001 audit from planning to completion. Auditors collect evidence to assess QMS alignment, with subject matter experts, the audit client, audit coordinator, and the oddity.
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor: Audit Planning Guide
Audit Planning, Evidence Collection, Nonconformity Reporting, Corrective Actions & Certification
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Total ContentWhat you will learn
Master ISO 9001:2015 standards for implementing and auditing a QMS.
Learn to lead audits and manage an audit team effectively.
Develop skills to identify nonconformities and recommend improvements.
Gain expertise to assess compliance and enhance quality management.
Course Content
11 sections • 60 lectures • 04:10:41 total lengthThe ISO 9001 Certification
05:16
The ISO 17021 Standard
02:22
The ISO 19011 Standard
03:35
Performing the Audit
04:37
Initiating the audit
09:58
The audit team leader establishes initial contact, defines audit objectives and scope, assesses feasibility, and secures resources to lay a collaborative ISO 9001:2015 audit foundation.
Preparing Audit Activities
02:35
Performing Document Review in Preparation for the Audit
02:49
Perform a meticulous document review of QMS documentation to gather details on processes, procedures, and functions, identify gaps, and guide ISO 9001:2015 audit preparation.
Audit Plan Preparation
07:12
Develop a comprehensive ISO 9001 audit plan that schedules time, defines purpose and scope, and details activities like document reviews, interviews, observations, and records to ensure thorough, compliant audits.
Assigning Work to the Audit Team
04:49
Conducting Audit Activities
05:46
Conduct a structured ISO 9001:2015 audit by performing opening meetings, document reviews, and evidence gathering through interviews and observations of the QMS, to identify non-conformities and improvement opportunities.
Conducting the Opening Meeting
06:36
Conduct the opening meeting to align the audit team and auditee on objectives, scope, criteria, and evidence methods, establish logistics, confidentiality, safety, and channels for transparent, corrective-action driven audit.
Performing Document Review
06:44
Perform a meticulous document review of the QMS to verify ISO 9001 alignment with audit criteria, comparing policies, procedures, controls, and records for compliance and gaps.
Communicating During the Audit
02:05
Enhance audit success by establishing formal communication with auditees and clients, synchronizing progress through regular team meetings, updates, and risk reporting; adjust plans to meet objectives and drive continual improvement.
Assigning Roles and Responsibilities of Guides and Observers
02:50
Information Collection
06:47
Generating Audit Findings
06:12
The audit team gathers evidence to identify conformity findings or nonconformities, including graded nonconformities, highlighting good practices and improvement opportunities, and providing recommendations.
Preparing Audit Conclusions
05:07
Conduct Audit Closing
07:25
The ISO 9001 closing meeting presents findings and conclusions to management and stakeholders, emphasizes transparency, and establishes a corrective action plan guiding post-audit improvements.
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Requirements
Basic knowledge of ISO 9001 principles is recommended.
Prior experience with quality management systems is helpful.
An interest in auditing, compliance, and continuous improvement.
A willingness to learn audit planning, execution, and reporting.
Target Audience
Quality Assurance Managers seeking to expand their leadership capabilities in conducting external audits.
Internal Auditors aiming to transition into lead auditor roles and enhance their understanding of ISO 9001 standards.
Quality Control Technicians ready to advance their careers and play a pivotal role in shaping organizational quality culture.
Process Improvement Consultants looking to bolster their credentials and offer more in-depth services to clients.
About this course
Welcome to the beginning of your journey as an aspiring ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor. Our course is designed to immerse you in the world of quality management systems, providing a thorough understanding from the ground up.
Firstly, our course structure is meticulously crafted to encapsulate every essential aspect of the ISO 9001 auditing process. We guide you through the intricacies of the standard, ensuring you emerge with a robust understanding that underpins your role as a lead auditor.
Secondly, we value efficiency. Recognizing the premium you place on your time, our curriculum is streamlined to impart critical knowledge without superfluous content. Clarity and brevity are our hallmarks, allowing you to absorb and retain information swiftly and effectively.
Thirdly, we adopt a pragmatic approach to learning. By integrating a continuous real-world case study, we translate theoretical concepts into tangible practice. This not only solidifies your grasp of audit principles but also equips you with the confidence to apply them in actual audit scenarios.
Moreover, our commitment to your learning journey extends beyond course completion. We are proactive in offering support, clarifications, and guidance. Your feedback fuels our commitment to excellence, prompting us to refine our course to serve you better. With our course, you don't just learn about ISO 9001—you become adept at applying it, ensuring quality management systems thrive under your oversight.
We'll start with an introduction to the ISO standards, focusing on the foundations of quality management. You'll learn about the origins of ISO 9001, its evolution, and the key principles that underpin effective quality management systems. This will set the stage for understanding the pivotal role that QMS plays in driving continuous improvement and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Career Opportunities & Job Roles
Build practical, job-ready skills and qualify for high-impact roles worldwide
Job-Ready Curriculum
Target Roles You Can Apply For
Operations & Business Analyst
Quality Management Auditor (ISO)
Project Operations Lead
Corporate Process Strategist
Estimated Annual Salary
$75,000 – $120,000 / yr
Global Industry Demand
Steady Enterprise & Corporate Demand
In-Demand Skills You Master* Estimates based on global tech hiring benchmarks and industry compensation reports.
Risk Assessment & Auditing Compliance
Operational Efficiency & Frameworks
Financial Reporting & Modeling
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Meet your instructor
Dr. Amar Massoud
Main Instructor
PhD in computer science and IT manager with 36 years technical experience in various fields including IT Security, IT Governance, IT Service Management , Software Development, Project Management, Business Analysis and Software Architecture. I hold 80+ IT certifications such as :
ITIL 4 Master, ITIL 3 Expert
ISO 27001 Auditor, ComptIA Security+, GSEC, CEH, ECSA, CISM, CISSP, CISA
PGMP, MSP
PMP, PMI-ACP, Prince2 Practitioner, Praxis, Scrum Master
COBIT 2019 Implementor, COBIT 5 Assessor/Implementer
TOGAF certified
Lean Specialist, VSM Specialist
PMI RMP, ISO 31000 Risk Manager, ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
PMI-PBA, CBAP
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001 Implementer
Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Expert, AWS Practitioner
And many more....
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