ISO 37301: Introduction
The ISO 37301: Introduction course provides a structured overview of Compliance Management Systems (CMS) based on ISO 37301, the international standard that specifies requirements and guidance for establishing, developing, implementing, evaluating, maintaining, and improving an effective compliance management system. ISO 37301 is published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and replaces ISO 19600 as a certifiable, requirements-based standard. It is applicable to organizations of all sizes and sectors and supports compliance with laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and voluntary commitments. This introductory course builds foundational awareness of compliance concepts, principles, terminology, and the structure of ISO 37301. It is designed for professionals involved in governance, risk, compliance, legal, audit, and management system activities who require a clear understanding of compliance management at an organizational level. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the purpose, scope, and benefits of ISO 37301 Explain key compliance management concepts and terminology Understand the principles of an effective compliance management system Recognize the structure and intent of ISO 37301 requirements Understand leadership and governance responsibilities for compliance Identify how ISO 37301 integrates with other management systems
Course Curriculum
1
- Definition of compliance
- Legal, regulatory, and voluntary obligations
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Role of compliance in organizational governance
2
- Purpose and scope of ISO 37301
- Intended users of the standard
- Benefits of adopting a CMS
- ISO 37301 vs ISO 19600
3
- Integrity, transparency, and accountability
- Risk-based and proportionate approach
- Leadership commitment and independence
- Continual improvement
4
- High-Level Structure (Annex SL)
- Context of the organization
- Leadership and planning (overview)
- Support and operation (overview)
- Performance evaluation and improvement
5
- Identifying compliance obligations
- Compliance risk assessment concepts
- Prioritization of compliance risks
- Linking risks to controls
6
- Governing body and top management responsibilities
- Compliance function roles and authority
- Independence and reporting lines
- Accountability and oversight
7
- Building a compliance culture
- Awareness and training
- Internal and external communication
- Encouraging ethical behavior
8
- Monitoring compliance performance
- Reporting concerns and non-compliance
- Management review (high-level overview)
- Continual improvement of the CMS
9
- Integration with ISO 37001, ISO 27001, and other standards
- Alignment with governance, risk, and audit functions
- Supporting regulatory and contractual compliance
10
- Governance, risk, and compliance professionals
- Legal and regulatory affairs staff
- Internal auditors and assurance professionals
- Senior managers and supervisors
- Professionals new to ISO 37301 and compliance management
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- No formal prerequisites
- Basic understanding of governance, risk, or compliance concepts is beneficial
This course includes
- 11+ Activity Modules
- 40 hours + lessons
- Lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
- Available on desktop and mobile
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