Privacy Management
PECB ISO 27701 Lead Auditor
PECB ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor self-study for auditors and compliance professionals who need to plan, conduct, and report audits of Privacy Information Management Systems — read at your own pace with two exam attempts included.
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Learner feedback
"The self-study materials gave me a solid framework for approaching PIMS audits — the worked examples directly paralleled what I encounter in client engagements."
Who should attend
Who should attend
- Internal and external auditors seeking ISO 27701 audit specialisation
- Audit managers responsible for privacy management system assessments
- Information security and privacy professionals moving into audit roles
- Compliance officers with audit responsibilities in regulated industries
- Quality assurance professionals expanding into PIMS audit work
Key outcomes
Key outcomes
- Plan, conduct, and report audits of a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701 requirements.
- Apply widely recognised audit principles and evidence-based assessment techniques.
- Evaluate privacy management system effectiveness against control requirements.
- Support organisations in preparing for and responding to PIMS certification audits.
Why this course
Lead ISO 27701 privacy audits with confidence
Learn to plan, conduct, and report audits of Privacy Information Management Systems using recognised audit principles — applying ISO 19011 methodology to PIMS assessments.
- Apply ISO 19011 audit techniques to Privacy Information Management System assessments.
- Evaluate PIMS effectiveness against ISO/IEC 27701 requirements and privacy regulations.
- Produce formal audit findings and support organisations in PIMS certification preparation.
How self-study works
On-demand via myPECB
- Access the full course manual (400+ pages) through myPECB — read at your own pace, around your schedule.
- Work through the practice exercises, case studies, and self-assessment questions in the materials.
- Sit the exam remotely at the date and time that suits you (two attempts included).
What to expect
Self-study benefits
- 100% self-paced — no fixed schedule, no video sessions to keep pace with.
- Full course manual and practice materials accessible through myPECB.
- Official PECB exam voucher with remote proctoring included.
- Free retake within 12 months if you do not pass on the first attempt.
Course structure
Three competency domains
- Fundamental principles and concepts of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS).
- Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) requirements based on ISO/IEC 27701.
- Fundamental audit concepts, principles, and PIMS-specific audit techniques.
Learning objectives
- Plan, conduct, and report audits of a PIMS based on ISO/IEC 27701 requirements.
- Apply widely recognised audit principles and evidence-based assessment techniques.
- Evaluate privacy management system effectiveness against control requirements.
- Support organisations in preparing for and responding to PIMS certification audits.
Examination
PECB ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor exam
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS).
- Domain 2: Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) requirements.
- Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles applied to PIMS audits.
Certification
PECB ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor credential pathway
- Certification fees are included in the exam price.
- Training material (400+ pages) with examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
- Attendance worth 31 CPD credits.
- If you do not pass the exam, you can retake it within 12 months for free.
- Full credential requires: 5 years general work experience, 2 years in information security and privacy auditing, and 300 hours of PIMS audit experience.
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Answers to the most common questions about our PECB self-study courses.
What does an ISO 27701 Lead Auditor do?
An ISO 27701 Lead Auditor plans, conducts, and reports audits of Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS). This includes establishing audit objectives and scope, leading audit teams, collecting and evaluating evidence, identifying non-conformities, and producing formal audit reports with corrective action recommendations.
What is the difference between ISO 27701 Lead Auditor and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor?
The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor credential covers auditing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). The ISO 27701 Lead Auditor credential specialises in auditing Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS), which extend ISMS to include privacy requirements. Many auditors hold both credentials to cover the full combined audit scope.
Do I need prior audit experience for this course?
A fundamental understanding of audit principles is recommended. If you are new to auditing, consider starting with the ISO 27701 Foundation course to build PIMS knowledge first. For the full PECB Lead Auditor credential, you will need to demonstrate 2 years of relevant audit experience and 300 hours of PIMS audit project experience.
How do I access the course materials?
You will receive myPECB access instructions after purchase. Log in to download the full course manual and all study materials, and to schedule your remote-proctored exam.
Are exam attempts included?
Yes. Two remote-proctored exam attempts are included with your enrolment. If you do not pass on the first attempt, you can retake the exam within 12 months at no extra cost.
Is the training self-paced?
Yes. Self-study courses give you 24/7 access to the full course manual and materials via myPECB — read at your own pace, around your schedule. There are no video sessions or fixed lesson timings.
Do I receive a certificate?
After passing the exam, PECB issues your professional credential provided you meet the certification requirements.
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