Lead Auditor & Audit Program Mgmt Series | ISO 19011

Become the Authority in Auditing

Audits should do more than check boxes; they should drive insight, accountability, and improvement.

The ISO 19011 Lead Auditor & Audit Program Management Series equips you with the skills, structure, and confidence to plan, manage, and lead effective audit programs across management systems. This is advanced, practical training for professionals who are ready to move beyond internal auditing and into true audit leadership.

Why ISO 19011 Matters

ISO 19011 is the international guideline for auditing management systems. It defines how audits should be planned, conducted, managed, and evaluated, regardless of the specific ISO standard being audited.

This training goes beyond “how to audit” and focuses on how to manage an audit program that adds value to the organization.

What You’ll Learn

By completing this series, you will be able to:

• Design and manage a structured audit program aligned with organizational risk and objectives

• Plan and conduct first-, second-, and third-party audits

• Lead audit teams with consistency, professionalism, and authority

• Evaluate auditor competence and performance

• Deliver audit results that management understands and acts on

• Apply ISO 19011 across Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety, and other management systems

Who This Training Is For

This series is ideal for professionals responsible for auditing, oversight, and system performance, including:

• Aspiring and current Lead Auditors

• Audit Program Managers

• Quality Managers and QMS Leaders

• Environmental, Health & Safety, and Integrated Management System Managers

• Supplier Development and Second-Party Auditors

• Professionals preparing for advanced auditing roles

If you are expected to lead audits, not just participate in them, this training is for you.

What’s Included

This comprehensive training series includes:

• ISO 19011-aligned course content

• Practical audit planning and execution guidance

• Audit program management best practices

• Real-world audit scenarios and examples

• Structured learning paths from overview to Lead Auditor competency

The series offers flexible course options, allowing you to build from a foundational understanding to full Lead Auditor capability.

Outcomes You Can Expect

After completing the ISO 19011 Lead Auditor Series, you will be able to:

• Confidently manage audit programs from planning through follow-up

• Lead audit teams with clarity and consistency

• Improve audit effectiveness and credibility

• Strengthen management confidence in audit results

• Position yourself as a trusted auditing authority within your organization or client base

How This Training Is Different

Unlike basic auditor courses, this series focuses on:

• Audit program leadership, not just audit execution

• Decision-making and judgment, not just checklists

• Value-added auditing aligned with business objectives

This is training designed for professionals who want to own the audit process, not just support it.

Ready to Lead Audits with Confidence?

If you’re ready to elevate your auditing capability and take control of your audit program, this series provides the structure, knowledge, and authority you need.

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