ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System
Globally, it is estimated that more than $1.5 trillion is exchanged in bribes each year. Beyond its detrimental economic effects, bribery also has a broader societal impact by eroding trust, promoting unfairness, fostering inequality, and dampening motivation. In response to this issue, ISO has contributed to the global effort to combat bribery by creating ISO 37001, an international standard that outlines the criteria for an anti-bribery management system (ABMS).
What is ISO 37001?
ISO 37001, published in 2016 as a Type A management system standard (MSS), outlines the requirements and offers guidance for the creation, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS).
Designed to help organizations effectively prevent, detect, and address bribery, an ABMS based on ISO 37001 is focused solely on bribery and does not extend to other forms of corruption, such as fraud. The standard’s requirements are universally applicable, making them suitable for organizations of any size, type, or sector, whether public, private, or non-profit. Additionally, ISO 37001 can be used to address both bribery committed by or against the organization, including both direct and indirect forms.
Why Should You Attend?
The PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor training program provides you with the expertise to conduct anti-bribery management system (ABMS) audits using well-established audit principles, procedures, and techniques.
Organizations around the world are increasingly in need of qualified auditors to assess the effectiveness of anti-bribery policies and controls within an ISO 37001:2025-based ABMS. This course equips you with the knowledge to plan, perform, and manage audits effectively, while ensuring compliance with ISO 19011 (guidelines for auditing management systems) and ISO/IEC 17021-1 (requirements for certification processes).
Through engaging sessions, hands-on exercises, and group discussions, you will develop a thorough understanding of ABMS auditing techniques and refine essential auditing skills.
Upon completing the course, you can take the certification exam. If you pass, you will earn the globally recognized “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” credential, demonstrating your proficiency in auditing organizations for compliance with ISO 37001 standards.
Who should attend?
The ISO 37001 Lead Auditor training course is intended for:
- Auditors seeking to perform and lead ABMS audits
- Managers or consultants seeking to master the ABMS audit process
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37001 requirements in an organization
- Technical experts seeking to prepare for an ABMS audit
- Expert advisors in anti-bribery management
Prerequisites
Participants who attend this training course are required to have a fundamental understanding of anti-bribery concepts and a comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
- Fundamental principles and concepts of an anti-bribery management system
- Anti-bribery management system requirements
- Fundamental audit concepts and principles
- Preparing an ISO 37001 audit
- Conducting an ISO 37001 audit
- Closing an ISO 37001 audit
- Managing an ISO 37001 audit program
- CPD Certification (Credits): 31
- Exam Duration : 3 hours
- Retake Exam: Yes
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
