Professional Diploma Course | Duration: 6 Months

Course Introduction

The Diploma in ISO Standards – Integrated Management System (IMS) is designed to develop professional knowledge and practical competencies in implementing, integrating, maintaining, and improving internationally recognized ISO management system standards. The course focuses on integrating Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001), Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001), and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001) into a unified management framework. It also introduces risk-based thinking, compliance obligations, internal auditing, documentation, performance evaluation, corrective actions, and continual improvement to strengthen organizational performance and management system effectiveness.

Course Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of ISO management system standards and their applications.
• Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Develop knowledge of the Harmonized Structure (HS) and common management system requirements.
• Understand the planning, implementation, integration, and maintenance of an IMS.
• Develop competencies in risk assessment, opportunity identification, and compliance evaluation.
• Understand process management, documented information, and operational control.
• Develop skills in integrated internal auditing and nonconformity identification.
• Understand corrective action, root cause analysis, and continual improvement.
• Promote leadership, employee participation, and management accountability.
• Develop competencies in monitoring, measuring, and evaluating IMS performance.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the purpose, structure, and requirements of major ISO management system standards.
• Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Identify common and standard-specific requirements for management system integration.
• Conduct organizational context analysis and identify relevant interested parties.
• Develop and maintain an integrated management system implementation plan.
• Identify risks, opportunities, environmental aspects, and occupational health and safety hazards.
• Establish objectives, operational controls, and documented information.
• Evaluate applicable legal requirements and other compliance obligations.
• Plan and conduct integrated internal audits based on defined audit criteria.
• Identify nonconformities and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate management system performance using monitoring, measurement, and audit results.
• Support management reviews and continual improvement initiatives.

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of ISO Standards & Integrated Management Systems

• Introduction to ISO and international management system standards
• Purpose, benefits, and applications of an Integrated Management System
• Harmonized Structure (HS) and common management system requirements
• Integration of quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety systems
• Organizational context, interested parties, and scope of the IMS

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 2: Quality Management System – ISO 9001

• Fundamentals and principles of Quality Management Systems
• Context of the organization and leadership requirements
• Risk-based thinking, quality objectives, and planning
• Operational control, process management, and customer satisfaction
• Performance evaluation, nonconformity, corrective action, and continual improvement

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 3: Environmental Management System – ISO 14001

• Fundamentals and principles of Environmental Management Systems
• Environmental aspects, impacts, and significance evaluation
• Environmental legal requirements and compliance obligations
• Environmental objectives, operational controls, and emergency preparedness
• Environmental performance evaluation and continual improvement

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 4: Occupational Health & Safety Management System – ISO 45001

• Fundamentals and principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
• Hazard identification and occupational health and safety risk assessment
• Legal requirements, worker consultation, and participation
• Operational planning, hierarchy of controls, and emergency preparedness
• Incident investigation, performance evaluation, and corrective action

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 5: IMS Documentation, Risk Management & Implementation

• Integrated management system policy, objectives, and implementation planning
• Integrated risk and opportunity assessment
• Development and control of documented information
• Integration of procedures, work instructions, and operational controls
• Competence, awareness, communication, and resource management
• Monitoring, measurement, and compliance evaluation

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Module 6: Integrated Internal Auditing, Management Review & Improvement

• Principles and requirements of ISO management system auditing
• Internal audit planning, preparation, and checklist development
• Integrated audit execution, evidence collection, and reporting
• Identification and classification of audit findings and nonconformities
• Root cause analysis, corrective action, and effectiveness verification
• Management review, continual improvement, and IMS performance evaluation

Assessment Requirements:

• Assignment Submission
• Viva Voce Test

Course Methodology

• Instructor-led online or classroom training
• Interactive presentations and practical examples
• ISO standards interpretation exercises
• Integrated management system case studies
• Risk assessment and environmental aspect evaluation exercises
• Hazard identification and operational control exercises
• IMS documentation and procedure development
• Internal audit planning and checklist preparation
• Nonconformity analysis and corrective action exercises
• Assignments, quizzes, and knowledge assessments

Who Should Attend?

• Quality Assurance and Quality Control Professionals
• Social and Technical Compliance Professionals
• Environmental Management Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Professionals
• IMS Coordinators and Management Representatives
• Internal Auditors and Compliance Auditors
• Factory Managers and Department Heads
• HR, Administration, and Operations Professionals
• Production and Engineering Professionals
• Consultants and Management System Implementation Professionals
• Professionals preparing for ISO management system auditing roles
• Individuals aspiring to build a career in ISO standards and IMS implementation

Course Conclusion

The Diploma in ISO Standards – Integrated Management System (IMS) provides a structured foundation for professionals seeking to develop competencies in the integration, implementation, auditing, and continual improvement of management systems. Through theoretical learning and practical applications, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety requirements, improve operational efficiency, strengthen compliance, manage risks, and support organizational excellence.

Course Information

Course Title: Diploma in ISO Standards – Integrated Management System (IMS)

Course Duration: 6 Months

Core Standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001

Training Provider: Compliance Training (BD) Limited (CTBL)

Certificate: Certificate awarded upon fulfillment of the course completion and assessment requirements.

Important Note: This diploma provides educational and professional development training. It does not automatically confer ISO Lead Auditor certification, accreditation, or authorization to certify organizations. Applicable ISO standards editions and amendments should be confirmed at the time of training.

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