ICTQual ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System Foundation Course

This ICTQual AB foundation course introduces learners to ISO/IEC 27001 information security management through mandatory study units, practical ISMS concepts, flexible delivery formats, and approved assessment.

• ICTQual AB foundation-level training in ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Systems

• Covers 8 mandatory study units aligned with ISMS fundamentals and ISO/IEC 27001 requirements

• Designed as a 5-day training programme delivered through Approved Training Centres

• Available in online, in-person, or blended formats subject to Approved Training Centre arrangements

• Includes mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres

• Assessment includes 100 multiple-choice questions with a required pass score of 75%

The ICTQual ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System Foundation Course is designed to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of information security management based on the ISO/IEC 27001 standard. Learners are introduced to the standard’s purpose, scope, structure, and role in safeguarding sensitive information.

• Provides a foundation in Information Security Management Systems based on ISO/IEC 27001

• Explains the purpose, scope, structure, and key concepts of ISO/IEC 27001

• Covers confidentiality, integrity, availability, compliance, and organisational resilience

• Supports understanding of information security risk assessment and treatment

• Introduces Annex A security controls and practical ISMS implementation considerations

• Prepares learners for further ISO/IEC 27001 qualifications and information security career pathways

Learners will gain a structured understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS concepts, requirements, risk-based controls, implementation steps, monitoring practices, and continual improvement approaches.

• Understand the core purpose, objectives, components, and framework of an Information Security Management System

• Understand the structure, clauses, terminology, scope, and objectives of ISO/IEC 27001

• Apply information security management principles including governance, accountability, leadership, culture, and ethical behaviour

• Interpret ISO/IEC 27001 requirements for organisational context, leadership, planning, documentation, audits, and management reviews

• Understand information security risk assessment, risk evaluation, risk treatment, risk registers, and acceptable risk levels

• Understand security controls, ISMS implementation, monitoring, measurement, internal audits, corrective actions, and continual improvement

This course is suitable for learners seeking foundational knowledge of information security management, ISO/IEC 27001, ISMS implementation, risk management, compliance, and cybersecurity governance.

• Individuals interested in pursuing a career in information security

• IT professionals seeking ISO/IEC 27001 and ISMS knowledge

• Cybersecurity analysts and security administrators

• Risk managers and professionals involved in information security risk management

• Compliance officers and governance professionals

• Anyone involved in managing, securing, protecting, or auditing organisational information assets

Learners should meet the entry requirements set for the ICTQual ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System Foundation Course, including age, education, English proficiency, and basic technical awareness.

• Learners should generally be at least 16 years of age and normally hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with sufficient English reading, writing, and comprehension skills

• Learners should have a basic understanding of information technology concepts, strong motivation, attention to detail, and an interest in information security management and continual professional development

Assessment is mandatory and conducted through Approved Training Centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of the course material and ability to apply ISO/IEC 27001 concepts in practical situations.

• Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres

• Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

• Evaluation of understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 and ISMS course material

• Minimum score of 75% required to pass the assessment

Completion of this foundation course supports further study, professional development, and career progression in information security, cybersecurity, IT governance, risk management, auditing, compliance, and related ICT pathways.

• Progress to ISO/IEC 27001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor courses

• Advance towards ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer certification and ISMS management roles

• Pursue information security and cybersecurity roles such as Information Security Officer, Risk Analyst, Security Administrator, Compliance Officer, IT Auditor, or Security Consultant

• Progress to related ICT, risk management, privacy management, business continuity, IT governance, diploma, degree, or higher-level qualifications