Privacy & Data Protection
ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor
Learn to plan, conduct and close internal and external audits of a privacy information management system (PIMS) — in line with ISO 19011, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO/IEC 27706. Self-paced on myPECB,with 24/7 access.
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COURSE INFORMATION
Your Learning, at a Glance
- Price
- 899 USD
999 USD - Category
- Privacy & Data Protection
- Duration
- Self-paced; suggested pace: 4–6 weeks at 6–8 hours per week
- Format
- Self-paced online eLearning via myPECB
- Certification
- PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor (subject to passing the exam and meeting certification requirements)
Course Overview
The Credential for People Who Verify Privacy Management, Not Just Take It on Trust
ISO/IEC 27701 sets the requirements for a privacy information management system (PIMS) — how an organisation protects personally identifiable information (PII), whether it acts as a controller or a processor. As more organisations certify against it, someone has to confirm the controls work in practice.
As a Lead Auditor, you manage an audit programme, lead an audit team, communicate with clients and resolve conflicts — and audit both the clauses of ISO/IEC 27701:2025 and the privacy controls for PII controllers and processors. Veloraa delivers the official PECB curriculum online, with practical examples, exercises and quizzes so you can apply what you learn straight away.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who will audit, lead or maintain a PIMS
No prior ISO/IEC 27701 certification or audit experience needed.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Master PIMS fundamentals - Explain the concepts and principles of a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701.
- Interpret the requirements - Read ISO/IEC 27701 clause by clause from an auditor’s view.
- Apply audit principles - Use evidence-based and risk-based auditing, in line with ISO 19011.
- Plan the audit - Initiate the audit, run Stage 1 and build audit test plans.
- Audit the controls - Test Clauses 4–10 and the Annex A privacy controls for PII controllers and processors.
- Lead the team - Lead an audit team, communicate with clients and resolve conflicts.
- Report and close - Draft nonconformity reports, review audit documentation and close the audit.
- Manage an audit programme - Evaluate action plans and run an ISO/IEC 27701 audit programme.
Curriculum
Lessons follow the life of a real certification audit, from first contact to follow-up. Quizzes throughout.
Foundations of the PIMS5 Lessons
- 1. Course Objectives and Structure
- 2. Introduction to ISO/IEC 27701 and the PIMS
- 3. The Certification Process
- 4. Fundamental Concepts and Principles of Information Privacy
- 5. Overview of ISO/IEC 27701 Requirements
You Will Be Able To Understand ISO/IEC 27701, information privacy and how certification works
Audit Principles4 Lessons
- 6. Fundamental Audit Concepts and Principles
- 7. The Impact of Trends and Technology in Auditing
- 8. Evidence-based Auditing
- 9. Risk-based Auditing
You Will Be Able To Apply the audit concepts every finding depends on
Preparing and Conducting the Audit7 Lessons
- 10. Initiating the Audit Process
- 11. Stage 1 Audit
- 12. Preparing for the Stage 2 Audit
- 13. Stage 2 Audit
- 14. Communication During the Audit
- 15. Information Collection and Analysis Methods
- 16. Creating Audit Test Plans
You Will Be Able To Initiate the audit, run Stage 1 and Stage 2, and gather evidence
Auditing the Requirements and Reporting5 Lessons
- 17. Auditing ISO/IEC 27701 Clauses 4 to 10
- 18. Auditing ISO/IEC 27701 Annex A Controls
- 19. Drafting Audit Findings and Nonconformity Reports
- 20. Audit Documentation and Quality Review
- 21. Closing the Audit
You Will Be Able To Audit Clauses 4–10 and Annex A, write findings and close the audit
After the Audit4 Lessons
- 22. Evaluating Action Plans
- 23. Beyond the Initial Audit
- 24. Managing an Internal Audit Programme
- 25. Course Close and Exam Preparation
You Will Be Able To Evaluate action plans, plan surveillance and run an audit programme
Downloadable Resources: 400+ pages of course notes with practical examples, exercises and quizzes, in editable formats.
What’s Included
- 25 video lessons Expert-led, with quizzes
- 400+ pages of notes Practical examples, exercises & quizzes
- Exam voucher Plus one free retake within 12 months
- Certification fee No extra cost once you pass
- 31 CPD credits Attestation of completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Audit Experience?
No. The course teaches audit principles from the ground up. Your work experience counts towards the higher credential levels once you pass the exam.
How Long Do I Have to Finish?
You get [ACCESS PERIOD] of unlimited access and study at your own pace. You can take the exam whenever you are ready.
Is the Exam Online?
Yes. You book it through PECB Exams and take it remotely.
What If I Fail the Exam?
You get one free retake within 12 months of completing the course.
Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer — Which Should I Take?
Choose Lead Auditor if you will assess a PIMS, and Lead Implementer if you will build or run one. Many professionals take both, and holding both is a step towards PECB Master.
Can My Team Enrol Together?
Yes. Veloraa offers corporate and bespoke programmes. Use the enquiry form below for group pricing.
Exam & Certification
Your Path to Certification
The online exam covers seven competency domains. Your fee includes a first attempt and one free retake within 12 months of completing the course.
- Complete the eLearning
25 lessons and quizzes · earn 31 CPD credits
- Pass the Exam
Book online at a time that suits you
- Apply for Your Credential
Choose the level that matches your experience
- Sign the Code of Ethics
Then receive your PECB certificate
- Maintain It
Annual maintenance and continuing education
Exam Domains
- Fundamental principles and concepts of a PIMS
- Privacy information management system requirements
- Fundamental audit concepts and principles
- Preparing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
- Conducting an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
- Closing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit
- Managing an ISO/IEC 27701 audit programme
Credential Levels
| Credential | Experience | Project Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Auditor | None | None |
| Auditor | 2 yrs (1 in privacy mgmt) | 200 hours |
| Lead Auditor This Course | 5 yrs (2 in privacy mgmt) | 300 hours |
| Senior Lead Auditor | 10 yrs (7 in privacy mgmt) | 1,000 hours |
All levels require passing the ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor exam and signing the PECB Code of Ethics. Holders of both Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer who pass four additional Foundation exams qualify for PECB Master.
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