| Course Name | Description | Open Management System Auditor Training | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other Management System Auditor Training | |||
| 1 Day Auditing Business Continuity Management Course | Many companies believe that they have a Business Continuity Management capability in place and very often they do, but many do not. Being able to provide evidence to stakeholders that the Business Continuity Plans actually work and that there is a clear policy in place can sometimes be difficult if the overall process has not be properly audited. Second party audits provide the Auditee with an open and honest report. Internal Audits (or self-assessments) are sometimes conducted by those who have actually written the documentation and are essential to give management confidence in the planned arrangements. Many organisations have dedicated Audit teams, whilst they are expert Auditors, some may have very limited knowledge of Business Continuity Management. | ||
| 1 Day Introduction to Business Contnuity Management | Business Continuity Management is required to retain critical business processes, returning the business back to normal operations as smoothly and as quickly as possible. Business interruptions can happen at any time, usually without warning, due to fire, flood, loss of staff due to industrial action or even a syndicate win, loss of key suppliers and many, many more; all of which have the ability to halt or significantly interrupt normal business operations. This can impact on customers, financials, the brand and the ability for the business to meet its legal and regulatory obligations. It is therefore essential for all businesses, irrelevant of their size and sector, to demonstrate to their stakeholders that they have well tested business continuity plans in place and that they are fit for purpose. This one day course will provide the delegate with a high level overview of Business Continuity Management, how it has evolved and where is it heading. | ||
| 1 Day ISO27001 Executiuve Briefing | ISO/IEC27001 takes the process approach to Quality Management Systems described in ISO 9001 and applies this to information security. The standard provides a model for establishing, operating and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS) a valuable component of an integrated management system. This half day briefing is designed provide an overview to interested parties of the requirements of ISO/IEC27001. | ||
| 2 Day ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Systems Transition Auditor | ISO/IEC27001 takes the process approach to Quality Management Systems described in ISO 9001 and applies this to information security. The standard provides a model for establishing, operating and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS) a valuable component of an integrated management system. | ||
| 2 Day Open Integrated ISO/TS16949 and ISO14001 Auditor Training | This course is designed for delegates with automotive experience, with knowledge of the relevant processes used in their organisation. Previous experience with ISO/TS16949, ISO14001 and auditing would be beneficial. | ||
| 2 Day Open ISO14001 Internal Auditor Training utilising the 'Process Approach' | This course is designed for Management Representatives, Implementation Teams, Internal Auditors and others who ideally have a basic knowledge of Environmental Management systems. Previous auditing knowledge would be beneficial but not essential. | ||
| 2 Day Open ISO9001 Internal Auditor Course utilising the "automotive process approach" | Many organisations in the automotive supply chain are not eligible to gain approval against the automotive technical specification ISO/TS16949 but want to develop, implement and audit a process based management system focused on results. | ||
| 2 Day Open OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor Training 'The Process Approach' | The course is designed for delegates wishing to conduct Internal Audits to OHSAS18001. This 2 day course will enable delegates to Interpret the requirements of OHSAS 18001 standard and conduct and report effective audits.. Knowledge of the relevant processes and safety systems used in their organisations and some previous auditing experience would be beneficial but not essential. | ||
| 2 Day Practical influencing, persuasion and negotiation in procurement and contract management | Achieving organisational objectives from the supply market requires a sound approach to procurement and effective use of influencing, persuasion and negotiation skills to change attitude, persuade others to our opinions and agree both commercial and operational outcomes. These skills are essential for agreeing contractual arrangements at the outset of a contract and then managing both commercial and operational issues during the implementation, management and review phases of the contract life-cycle. For most of us these skills have been developed during our life experiences, to the point that they become intuitive. Whilst a really valuable starting point it is unlikely that these experiences have mirrored those required in procurement and contract management. | ||
| 2 Day Project Management Fundamentals Training | A 2-day course which introduces the concepts and approaches of project management. The basics of project management are explored in detail in the course, which touches on key elements of the approaches of the Project Management Institute, Association for Project Management and Prince2. Soft skills associated with the role of the project manager and project team member are given equal weighting in the course, which is interactive, with break-outs and exercises to facilitate learning. | ||
| 3 Day Business Continuity Managment Implementation Course | Businesses that have good, well tested Business Continuity Plans in place and can provide evidence to their stakeholders and customers that they are fit for purpose will no doubt have a far better approach to the recovery of their business; following a significant interruption. Any recovery will be in a planned and rehearsed manner, with minimal impact to the services the company provides. Businesses that have a good Business Continuity capability will have a much better understanding of their business and the resource needed to maintain a minimum level of service, but one that is acceptable to customers and one which maintains its legal and regulatory obligations. This three day course will go through each component of the BCM lifecycle in detail, providing delegates with practical exercises to help them improve their own knowledge and skills relating to Business Continuity Management. | ||
| 3 Day Contract Management - Optimising Supplier Performance | Contract Management is the means by which organisational objectives are delivered through contractual arrangements with suppliers. In many organisations the role of Contract Manager is delegated to operational management and therefore segregated, in terms of responsibilities, from the procurement process. Effective contract management requires a coordinated and structured approach to supplier management lead by individuals with a breadth of procedural and interpersonal skill sets. | ||
| 5 Day Advanced Environmental Management System Auditing Training | Information Attached | ||
| 5 Day ISO9000 Lead Auditor Training | The auditing of a Quality Management System is a prime mechanism for identifying and developing improvement opportunities, but that can only happen if the audit process is focused on capability and effectiveness, and where the role of the auditor is one of adviser as well as assessor. | ||