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ISO 56001 Lead Auditor 

Plan and conduct audits of innovation management, evaluate evidence and follow up findings on innovation processes, opportunities and performance evaluation.

  • Practical, standards-based professional learning
  • Assessment and verifiable Cognicert certification
  • Flexible online, self-study and organisational delivery

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What you will work on

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for:

  • Auditors seeking certification in ISO 56001:2024 to enhance their professional qualifications.
  • Quality, compliance, and innovation managers aiming to develop expertise in innovation management auditing.
  • Consultants and advisors supporting organizations in implementing and assessing IMS frameworks.
  • Professionals in R&D, business development, or strategic management roles who oversee or contribute to innovation processes.
  • Anyone interested in advancing innovation systems within their organization.

Entry, exam and access at a glance

Prerequisites

Entry requirements depend on the course and level. Review the course-specific requirements and prior knowledge listed below.

Exam and resits

100 questions in one hour. Pass mark: 70%. Your payment includes two exam attempts. A third or later attempt costs £100 per resit.

Platform-wide pass rate: 87% across all examined trainees, based on Cognicert’s exam-platform results. This is not a course-specific pass rate or a guarantee of an individual result.

Self-study access

Lifetime access for the enrolled learner. Access is personal and cannot be shared.

Overview

Plan and conduct audits of innovation management, evaluate evidence and follow up findings on innovation processes, opportunities and performance evaluation.

Work through innovation processes, opportunities and performance evaluation and connect them to the responsibilities of your audit or assessment role. The detailed programme explains the methods and activities covered.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the purpose, structure, and principles of ISO 56001:2024 for Innovation Management Systems.
  2. Gain detailed knowledge of ISO 56001 requirements and their application in assessing innovation processes.
  3. Develop proficiency in planning, conducting, and reporting audits based on ISO 19011 guidelines.
  4. Identify and assess risks and opportunities related to innovation management in organizations.
  5. Cultivate the ability to communicate audit findings effectively to stakeholders, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  6. Gain insights into best practices and tools to enhance audit effectiveness and ensure organizational compliance.
Audience

This course is ideal for:

  • Auditors seeking certification in ISO 56001:2024 to enhance their professional qualifications.
  • Quality, compliance, and innovation managers aiming to develop expertise in innovation management auditing.
  • Consultants and advisors supporting organizations in implementing and assessing IMS frameworks.
  • Professionals in R&D, business development, or strategic management roles who oversee or contribute to innovation processes.
  • Anyone interested in advancing innovation systems within their organization.
Standards
  • ISO 56001:2024 - Innovation Management System (IMS) - Requirements
  • ISO 19011:2018 - Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
  • ISO 56002:2019 - Innovation Management - Guidance
  • ISO 56003:2019 - Tools and methods for innovation partnership
  • ISO 56005:2020 - Intellectual Property Management
Content

Programme application

The ISO 56001 Lead Auditor Course provides in-depth knowledge and skills required to audit Innovation Management Systems (IMS) based on ISO 56001:2024 standards. Participants will learn how to conduct first, second, and third-party audits, assessing an organization's innovation framework, processes, and effectiveness against ISO 56001 requirements. This course is designed to equip professionals with the competencies to evaluate, develop, and improve innovation management practices within an organization, ensuring alignment with the latest international standards.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

  1. Be qualified to conduct and lead ISO 56001:2024 audits across various organizations.
  2. Have a comprehensive understanding of IMS requirements and the ability to evaluate their implementation.
  3. Be capable of identifying nonconformities, risks, and areas for improvement within innovation management systems.
  4. Gain the certification required to act as an auditor for ISO 56001:2024.
  5. Enhance organizational performance through structured assessments and reporting of innovation management practices.
  • Overview of Innovation Management and its Importance
  • Evolution and Purpose of ISO 56001:2024
  • Key Principles and Structure of ISO 56001
  • Introduction to the PDCA Cycle in Innovation

 ISO 56001:2024 Requirements in Detail

  • In-depth Review of ISO 56001 Clauses
  • Context of the Organization and Leadership Commitment
  • Planning and Support for Innovation Management
  • Operation and Performance Evaluation
  • Improvement: Corrective Actions, Nonconformity, and Continual Improvement

 Audit Process and Techniques

  • Fundamentals of Auditing: ISO 19011 Guidelines
  • Types of Audits and Audit Methods
  • Auditor Roles and Responsibilities
  • Planning the Audit: Objectives, Scope, and Criteria
  • Developing Audit Checklists and Questionnaires

Conducting and Reporting Audits

  • Conducting Audit Interviews and Evidence Collection
  • Risk-Based Auditing and Identifying Opportunities for Innovation
  • Enhancing Audit Skills: Communication and Feedback Techniques
  • Assessing Compliance, Nonconformities, and Observations
  • Preparing and Communicating Audit Findings
  • Audit Reporting: Structure, Documentation, and Follow-Up
  • Practical Exercises: Mock Audits and Case Studies

 

Delivery

  • Case Study
  • Individual Exercises
  • Role Play
  • Group Exercises
  • Group Presentation
  • Examination

Duration
5 Days

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1 day

ISO 56001 Awareness

People who need an introduction to the standard and their role in supporting it.

Self-study: £75On demand · study at your own pace

Live online: £20030 November–4 December 2026

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2 days

ISO 56001 Foundation

People building a working understanding of the standard before taking on implementation or audit responsibilities.

Self-study: £150On demand · study at your own pace

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3 days

ISO 56001 Internal Auditor

People preparing to plan and carry out internal audits within their organisation.

Self-study: £250On demand · study at your own pace

Live online: £75030 November–4 December 2026

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Standard deadline: 2 November 2026. No late fee yet.
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