ISO Standards

ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Internal Auditor

This course equips learners to audit social responsibility management practices using ISO 26000 principles, stakeholder engagement, risk assessment, impact measurement, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Beginner
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Course Features

This ICTQual AB course develops practical internal auditing competence for social responsibility management systems, covering ISO 26000 guidance, CSR auditing principles, compliance assessment, stakeholder engagement, impact measurement, reporting, and continuous improvement.

  • ICTQual AB internal auditor course focused on ISO 26000 social responsibility management systems
  • 5-day training programme delivered through Approved Training Centres
  • Available through online, in-person, or blended delivery formats as decided by the ATC
  • Covers 8 mandatory study units aligned with ISO 26000 internal auditing practice
  • Includes mandatory assessment through 100 multiple-choice questions
  • Requires a minimum assessment score of 75% to pass

About This Course

The ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Management System Internal Auditor Course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to audit and enhance social responsibility practices within organisations. It focuses on ISO 26000 guidance, responsible business conduct, ethical behaviour, environmental sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and organisational accountability.

  • Builds practical understanding of ISO 26000 social responsibility principles and guidance

  • Develops internal auditing skills for CSR and social responsibility management systems

  • Supports ethical, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable organisational practices

  • Strengthens knowledge of stakeholder engagement, transparency, and accountability

  • Helps learners assess compliance, risks, impacts, and improvement opportunities

  • Prepares professionals to support continuous improvement in CSR performance

What You'll Learn

Learners will gain the knowledge and practical competence to audit social responsibility management systems, assess organisational alignment with ISO 26000, evaluate CSR performance, and support improvement actions.

  • Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of social responsibility in organisations

  • Learn the structure, purpose, scope, core principles, and subjects of ISO 26000

  • Apply internal auditing principles, methodologies, and techniques to CSR auditing

  • Define audit objectives, scope, criteria, and methods for compliance assessment

  • Identify, evaluate, prioritise, and document social, ethical, and environmental risks

  • Measure social impact, report findings, and support continuous improvement actions

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for professionals involved in sustainability, CSR, environmental management, quality management, organisational governance, compliance, auditing, consultancy, leadership, and public or private sector social responsibility initiatives.

  • Sustainability managers and sustainability coordinators

  • Corporate social responsibility professionals and CSR officers

  • Environmental managers and environmental auditors

  • Quality management professionals and compliance managers

  • Organisational leaders, managers, and governance professionals

  • Consultants, government representatives, and professionals supporting CSR initiatives

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Internal Auditor course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.

Introduction to Social Responsibility

1
Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of social responsibility in organisations
2
Recognise the social, environmental, and ethical dimensions of responsible business practices
3
Explore global trends and challenges in corporate social responsibility
4
Appreciate the impact of social responsibility on organisational performance and reputation
5
Identify key stakeholders involved in CSR initiatives
6
Develop awareness of best practices in social responsibility management
7
Recognise the strategic role of CSR in achieving sustainable development goals

Understanding the ISO 26000 Standard

Internal Auditing Principles

Audit Criteria and Compliance Assessment

Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Measuring Social Impact

Continuous Improvement and Reporting

Course Requirements

Learners should meet the ICTQual AB entry requirements and have sufficient educational, professional, language, and subject knowledge to understand course materials and apply internal auditing concepts effectively.

  • Learners must be at least 18 years old at the time of registration

  • Learners are generally expected to have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with relevant experience or knowledge in CSR, sustainability, environmental management, governance, auditing, or ISO standards recommended

Assessments

The course includes mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of course content and ability to apply concepts in practical internal auditing situations.

  • Mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres

  • Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Assessment of understanding and practical application of course concepts

  • Minimum score of 75% required to pass

Progression

Completing this course provides a foundation for progression into advanced ISO 26000 qualifications, CSR auditing roles, related ISO management standards, higher education pathways, and consultancy or advisory work.

  • Progression to advanced ISO 26000 qualifications such as Lead Auditor or Implementer certifications

  • Career roles such as Social Responsibility Auditor, CSR Officer, Sustainability Coordinator, or Compliance Manager

  • Progression into related ISO and management standards including ISO 14001, ISO 50001, and ISO 45001

  • Consultancy and advisory pathways in CSR, sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and social responsibility audits

Apply Now For This Course

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Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelBeginner
Course CategoryISO Standards
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