Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the ISO 31000:2018 (RMS) Lead Auditor Course, designed for professionals responsible for auditing and verifying risk management systems. It emphasizes ISO 31000 principles, risk assessment methodologies, audit planning, and continual improvement. Participants will gain the competence to conduct first‑, second‑, and third‑party audits, prepare organizations for certification, and ensure compliance with international risk management standards.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | ISO 31000:2018 (RMS) Lead Auditor Course |
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| Total Credits | 40 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 400 |
| Qualification Time | 400 |
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Introduction to ISO 31000:2018 and Risk Management Systems Scope, principles, and role of RMS in organizational resilience.
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ISO 31000:2018 Requirements and Clauses Framework, process, and integration with business strategy.
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Risk Identification and Assessment Techniques Hazard analysis, scenario planning, and quantitative/qualitative methods.
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Audit Principles and ISO 19011 Guidelines Audit types, principles, and auditor responsibilities.
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Audit Planning and Preparation Developing audit programs, checklists, and resource allocation.
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Conducting On‑Site Risk Management Audits Evidence collection, stakeholder interviews, and operational observations.
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Risk Treatment and Control Evaluation Mitigation strategies, monitoring effectiveness, and compliance checks.
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Audit Reporting and Documentation Writing audit reports, recording non‑conformities, and corrective actions.
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Continual Improvement in Risk Management Systems Corrective/preventive actions, monitoring, and embedding improvement culture.
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Certification Process and Lead Auditor Role Preparing organizations for ISO 31000 certification, managing audit teams, and leadership responsibilities.
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Builds competence in auditing ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management Systems
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Enhances compliance with ISO 31000 and ISO 19011 auditing standards
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Strengthens skills in risk identification, treatment, and reporting
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Provides tools for documentation, corrective actions, and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in risk auditing, compliance, and consultancy
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Risk managers and compliance officers
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Auditors and consultants specializing in risk management systems
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Governance, finance, and operations professionals
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Individuals progressing from ISO 31000:2018 Internal Auditor (RMIA‑515) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + audit simulation + project
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Format: MCQs, essay‑style questions, applied audit scenarios, and project submission
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Total Questions: 100 theory + 1 audit simulation + 1 project submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–7 days (45–50 hours total)
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Certification: ISO 31000:2018 (RMS) Lead Auditor (RMLA)
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