In today’s results-driven business environment, quality is a strategic imperative rather than an optional objective. The ISO 9001:2015 standard provides a globally recognised framework for establishing and maintaining effective Quality Management Systems (QMS), enabling organisations to deliver consistent performance and improve customer satisfaction.

The ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead Auditor Course is designed for professionals who want to develop advanced competence in auditing and overseeing quality management frameworks. This course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, perform, manage, and report on QMS audits with confidence and accuracy.

ISO 9001:2015 represents the current version of the ISO 9001 standard, defining the requirements for a robust and effective quality management system. The standard promotes a process-based methodology, risk-based thinking, and a culture of continual improvement, helping organisations strengthen operational control and align their processes with customer and regulatory expectations.

Lead Auditors play a critical role in ensuring that organisations comply with ISO 9001:2015 requirements. They are responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of management systems, identifying gaps, and recommending corrective and preventive actions. Their work directly supports organisational transparency, compliance, and performance optimisation.

Applicants for the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Lead Auditor Course in the Workplace should meet the following entry criteria to ensure they have the foundational knowledge and practical background required for this advanced qualification:

The ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Lead Auditor Course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan, conduct, report and follow up on an ISO 9001:2015 audit. This course is intended for individuals who have a basic understanding of quality management systems and wish to become a lead auditor. The course is also suitable for individuals who are responsible for conducting internal audits of their organization’s quality management system.