Description

Course Name: Certificate in ISO Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Auditing

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/FS/CILA/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The Certificate in ISO Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Auditing course is designed to develop the competencies required to lead and perform audits of Integrated Management Systems that combine multiple ISO standards. The primary objective is to equip learners with a strong understanding of ISO auditing principles, risk-based thinking, process approach, and compliance verification to ensure organizational effectiveness and continual improvement.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Integrated Management Systems (IMS): Overview of ISO standards and management systems, Concept and benefits of IMS (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), Principles of quality, environmental, and occupational health & safety management, Common structure and Annex SL framework, Roles and responsibilities of a lead auditor, Key definitions and terminology.

Module 2: ISO Standard Requirements and Interpretation: Clause-wise understanding of ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), Clause-wise understanding of ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System), Clause-wise understanding of ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System), Integration of common clauses across standards, Legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations, Risk-based thinking and continual improvement approach.

Module 3: Audit Planning and Preparation: Types of audits (first-party, second-party, third-party), Establishing audit objectives, scope, and criteria, Developing audit plans and checklists, Document review and understanding organizational context, Resource allocation and team responsibilities, Communication with auditee and opening meetings.

Module 4: Conducting the Audit and Evidence Collection: Audit techniques and methods (interviews, observations, document review), Gathering objective evidence and sampling, Audit trail and traceability, Handling difficult situations during audit, Use of process approach in auditing, Recording findings and maintaining confidentiality.

Module 5: Reporting and Follow-Up Activities: Classification of audit findings (major, minor, observations), Writing nonconformity statements and audit reports, Conducting closing meetings and communicating results, Corrective action request (CAR) process, Audit follow-up and verification, Maintaining audit records and continual improvement tracking.

Module 6: Auditor Competence, Ethics, and Certification Process: Personal attributes and skills of a lead auditor, Auditor code of conduct and impartiality, Auditor evaluation and team coordination, Certification bodies and accreditation process, Preparing for ISO Lead Auditor certification exam, Career opportunities and global recognition of ISO lead auditors.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.