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Overview
ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Auditor Training aims to train lead auditors who can assess the management systems established by organisations to prevent, detect and manage bribery risks against the requirements of the international standard.
The training covers the requirements of the ISO 37001:2025 standard, bribery risk management, corporate ethics and compliance processes, audit principles, audit planning, implementation, reporting and follow-up activities.
The programme is supported by case studies and practical audit exercises, as well as theoretical instruction.
Objectives and Outcomes
Purpose of the Training
To provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to interpret the requirements of the ISO 37001:2025 standard, evaluate anti-bribery management systems, conduct risk-based audits and carry out lead auditor activities.
Learning Outcomes
Participants who complete the training are expected to acquire the following knowledge and skills:
- Interpret the requirements of the ISO 37001:2025 standard
- Evaluate bribery risks and control mechanisms
- Audit anti-bribery policies and compliance processes
- Apply auditing principles within the scope of ISO 19011
- Prepare an audit programme and audit plan
- Manage the audit team
- Evaluate objective audit evidence
- Identify and report nonconformities
- Evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions
- Prepare audit reports
Programme and Method
Day 1 – ISO 37001 Requirements and Bribery Risk Management
- Purpose, scope and structure of the ISO 37001:2025 standard
- Requirements of Clauses 4–10 of ISO 37001:2025
- Anti-bribery policies and management system processes
- Bribery risk assessment and control mechanisms
- Conflicts of interest, third-party controls and compliance processes
Day 2 – Audit Principles and Conducting the Audit
- Audit principles under ISO 19011
- Duties and responsibilities of the lead auditor
- Preparation of the audit programme and audit plan
- Audit techniques and evaluation of objective evidence
- Formulation of audit findings
- Practical audit exercises
Day 3 – Audit Reporting and Lead Auditor Practices
- Identification and classification of nonconformities
- Preparation of the audit report
- Closing meeting and evaluation of audit results
- Corrective actions and follow-up audits
- Management of the audit team
- Case studies and final examination
Attendance and Certificate
Certificate Rule
A certificate of attendance is issued to all participants whose attendance has been confirmed. To receive a certificate of achievement, participants must achieve a passing grade in the examination at the end of the training; participants who use all their examination attempts but do not pass will be issued a certificate of attendance.
FAQ and Resources
1. Who is ISO 37001 Lead Auditor Training suitable for?
It is suitable for management system auditors, internal auditors, compliance specialists, risk management officers and professionals wishing to become lead auditors.
2. What is the purpose of the ISO 37001:2025 standard?
It aims to establish a management system that supports the prevention and detection of bribery within organisations and the implementation of the necessary measures in response to bribery incidents.
3. What is the difference between the 5-day and 3-day training courses?
While the 5-day training course comprehensively covers the standard requirements and audit processes, the 3-day training course is an intensive programme for participants who already have auditing knowledge.
4. Does the training include practical exercises?
Yes. Exercises on audit planning, case study analysis, writing nonconformities and reporting are carried out.
5. Can the training be delivered online or face-to-face?
Yes. The training can be scheduled online or face-to-face according to the requirements of the organisation and participants.
6. Is there an examination and certificate at the end of the training?
Yes. A final examination or assessment may be conducted at the end of the training. A certificate is issued based on participation and successful completion.
Resources
- ISO 37001:2025 – Anti-bribery Management Systems
- ISO 19011:2026 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
- ISO/IEC 17021-1 – Requirements for Bodies Providing Audit and Certification of Management Systems
- ISO/IEC TS 17021-9 – Competence Requirements for Auditing and Certification of Anti-bribery Management Systems
- ISO 37301:2021 – Compliance Management Systems