What is ISO 9001?
First introduced in 1987, ISO 9001 is the pioneering international management system standard (MSS) that outlines the essential criteria for developing, implementing, operating, maintaining, and continuously improving a quality management system (QMS) within an organization. Built on seven key quality management principles, ISO 9001 is designed to enhance organizational efficiency and boost customer satisfaction. A common misconception is that this standard is only relevant to large corporations and manufacturers. However, its requirements are universally applicable to organizations of all types and sizes, regardless of the nature of their products or services. Since its initial release, ISO 9001 has undergone multiple revisions to align with evolving best practices and business trends, ensuring its continued relevance.
The most recent (5th) edition, known as ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems – Requirements, remains in effect. Following a survey of over 8,000 respondents, the ISO subcommittee for quality systems (ISO/TC 176/SC 2) confirmed in May 2021 that ISO 9001:2015 remains relevant and recommended no changes to the standard.
Why Should You Attend?
The PECB ISO 9001 Lead Implementer is a online training course that aims to help you develop the competence necessary to establish, implement, operate, maintain, and continually improve a QMS. This training course aims to equip you with in-depth knowledge on ISO 9001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of a QMS.
By attending this training course, you can help organizations utilize a structured and evidence-based approach for managing the quality of their products and services. Apart from this, you will also learn about the importance of customer focus and benefits of setting the foundations of an organizational culture which enables and supports quality.
The training course is followed by a certification exam. If you pass, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” credential. UKAS accredited and internationally recognized, the “PECB ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” certificate validates your competence to implement a QMS based on the requirements of ISO 9001.
Who should attend?
- Personnel responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of the products and services of the organization
- Personnel responsible for meeting customer requirements
- Consultants, advisors, professionals wishing to obtain in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS
- Professionals wishing to acquaint themselves with PECB’s IMS2 Methodology for implementing a QMS
- Individuals responsible for maintaining the conformity of QMS to ISO 9001 requirements
- Members of QMS implementation and operation teams
- Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in quality management
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
- Fundamental principles and concepts of a quality management system
- Initiation of a QMS implementation
- Planning of a QMS implementation based on ISO 9001
- Implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001
- Monitoring and measurement of a QMS based on ISO 9001
- Continual improvement of a QMS based on ISO 9001
- Preparation for a QMS certification audit
