ICTQual ISO 9001:2026 QMS (Quality Management System) Internal Auditor Course

Learning Objectives

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

Internal Audit Governance & ISO 19011 Principles

• Understand internal audit governance structures and the principles of auditing outlined in ISO 19011.
• Apply independence, objectivity, and risk-based auditing principles to ensure audit credibility.
• Use digital audit management systems to maintain audit programs, schedules, and documentation.
• Integrate data-driven insights to strengthen audit oversight and continuous improvement.

Clause-Based Compliance & Effectiveness Auditing

• Interpret ISO 9001:2026 clauses to assess both compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Evaluate process performance using digital records, KPIs, and data analytics tools.
• Distinguish between compliance gaps and effectiveness issues impacting quality outcomes.
• Use AI-supported analysis to identify trends, recurring nonconformities, and improvement opportunities.

Risk-Based Audit Planning & Program Management

• Develop risk-based audit plans aligned with organizational priorities and compliance obligations.
• Use digital dashboards and analytics to prioritize audit activities and allocate resources effectively.
• Manage audit programs using automated scheduling, tracking, and performance monitoring tools.
• Apply predictive insights to anticipate risks and enhance audit coverage.

Audit Execution & Evidence Validation

• Conduct audits using structured techniques for collecting, verifying, and documenting objective evidence.
• Utilize digital audit platforms and remote auditing tools to gather and validate evidence.
• Evaluate process controls and compliance through data verification and traceability checks.
• Ensure reliability and integrity of audit evidence using secure digital documentation practices.

AI-Augmented Auditing & Digital Audit Platforms

• Apply AI-enabled tools to analyze large datasets and detect anomalies in quality performance.
• Use digital audit platforms for workflow automation, compliance tracking, and real-time reporting.
• Implement remote auditing and virtual inspection techniques for efficient audit execution.
• Address cybersecurity, data integrity, and privacy considerations in digital audit environments.

Reporting, Root Cause Analytics & Corrective Action Assurance

Promote continual improvement through data-driven recommendations and follow-up verification processes.

Prepare clear, structured audit reports using digital reporting and documentation tools.

Apply root cause analysis techniques supported by data analytics to identify underlying issues.

Verify corrective actions using digital tracking systems and performance monitoring tools.