Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course on Privacy Information Management System based on ISO/IEC 27701:2025

The ISO/IEC27701:2025 Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) Lead Auditor Courseis an intensive four-day training program designed to equip professionals withthe expertise needed to audit and assess privacy management systemseffectively. Centered on ISO/IEC 27701:2025—the global standard for managingand protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII)—this course providesparticipants with a structured understanding of implementing trusted privacypractices and demonstrating compliance with international data protectionregulations. Delivered by experienced experts, the program combines interactivetraining, case studies, practical exercises, and audit role-play simulations,enabling participants to confidently plan, conduct, report, and follow up onPIMS audits in accordance with ISO 19011. By the end of the course, participantswill be prepared to support organizations in safeguarding PII, managing privacyrisks, strengthening stakeholder trust, and maintaining robust privacygovernance.

1.    PIMS concepts and ISO/IEC 27701 standard

·       PIMS concepts and key definitions

·       ISO/IEC 27701 high level structure.

·       The purpose, importance and benefits of PIMS

·       PIMS framework requirements and control requirements for controllers and processors

·       Privacy principles.

·       PIMS mandatory documentation.

2.    Auditing  concepts

·       Auditing terms and definitions

·       Auditing principle

·       Certification process

·       Types and phases of audits

·       Process approach

3.    Roles and responsibilities

·       The auditor’s and lead auditor’s responsibilities

·       Guides, observers and technical experts responsibilities.

4.    Audit planning

·       Pre-audit activities

·       Reviewing documentation

·       Developing an audit plan

·       Preparing checklists or working documents

5.    Audit execution

·       Opening meeting

·       Collecting objective/audit evidence

·       Effective interviewing techniques

·       Identifying and recording nonconformities

·       Preparing for the closing meeting

·       Conducting the closing meeting

·       Do’s and Don’ts of auditing

6.    Audit reporting

·       Preparing the audit report

·       Distributing the audit report

7.    Audit follow up

·       Root cause analysis

·       Corrective action report

·       Follow up scheduling

·       Reviewing corrective action report

8.    Final examination

·       Objective based and Open book

• Privacy Officers / Data Protection Officer (DPO).
• Information security practitioners and professionals.
• Risk and governance managers.
• Information security management system consultants, security officers and advisors
• Professionals seeking to become certified ISO/IEC 27701 lead auditors.

Prior knowledge about ISO/IEC 27001 standard is preferred and good tohave asintegration with ISO/IEC 27001 remains valuable for holistic governance of PIMS.

·       Build a solid understanding of ISO/IEC 27701:2025 requirements, enabling you to audit and evaluate Privacy Information Management Systems effectively.

·       Strengthen your practical auditing skills through hands-on exercises, case studies, mock audits, and role-play scenarios.

·       Enhance your ability to assess how organizations protect and manage Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in line with global privacy regulations.

·       Boost your professional credibility and open new career opportunities as a certified PIMS Lead Auditor.

·       Gain industry-recognized expertise that supports roles in privacy management, data protection, compliance, governance, and risk management.

·       Improve your capacity to identify privacy risks, recommend corrective actions, and support organizations in achieving sustained privacy compliance.

·       Learn directly from experienced experts, giving you deeper insights into real-world auditing challenges and best practices.

·       Contribute to building organizational trust, strengthening stakeholder confidence, and enhancing long-term business relationships through effective privacy governance.

Participants will be continuously evaluatedthroughout the course based on punctuality, presentation skills, interaction,involvement in activities, role-play performance, and daily assessments,followed by a final open-book written examination. To successfully complete thecourse, participants must meet the required passing criteria, after which TÜVSÜD will award the appropriate certificate based on performance.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Continuous assessment covering punctuality, presentations, interaction, role-plays, daily tests, etc.
• Final written examination (open book).
• Minimum passing score: 70%.
• Examination duration: 2 hours.

TÜV SÜD Certification:

• Participants scoring 70% and above in both continuous assessment and the final exam will receive a TÜV SÜD Successful Completion Certificate.
• Participants scoring below 70% in the final exam will receive a TÜV SÜD Participation Certificate.

1. Who should attendthis course?
This course is ideal forprivacy professionals, auditors, data protection officers, compliance managers,consultants, and individuals involved in managing or auditing privacy practiceswithin an organization.

2. Do I need priorauditing experience to join the course?
While prior auditing orISO management system knowledge is helpful, it is not mandatory. The coursecovers core auditing concepts and provides practical training to build therequired skills.

3. What is the durationof the course?
The PIMS Lead Auditorcourse is conducted over four days, including training sessions, exercises,role plays, and the final written examination.

4. Is the exam openbook?
Yes, the final writtenexamination is an open-book exam and lasts for 2 hours.

5. What is the passingrequirement for certification?
Participants must score70% or above in both continuous assessment and the final written exam toreceive a TÜV SÜD Successful Completion Certificate.

6. What happens if I donot pass the exam?
Participants who scoreless than 70% in the final exam will be awarded a TÜV SÜD ParticipationCertificate instead of the successful completion certificate.

7. Will the courseinclude practical training?
Yes. The course includesextensive practical components such as case studies, audit exercises, role-playsimulations, and real-life audit scenarios to build hands-on auditingcompetence.

8. Does this course helpin career advancement?
Absolutely. Beingcertified as a PIMS Lead Auditor enhances your professional credibility, opensopportunities in privacy, data protection, governance, and compliance roles,and is highly valued across industries.

9. Will I receivetraining material?
Yes. Participants willreceive comprehensive training material that supports learning during thecourse and serves as a reference for future audits.

10. Is there a refund orcancellation policy?
Yes. Please refer to theCancellation and Refund Policy page for detailed terms andconditions.

11. What is the mode oftraining delivery?
The course is deliveredthrough instructor-led sessions, featuring interactive discussions, casestudies, and classroom exercises spread across four Days.