ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation
Build foundational knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and information security management systems (ISMS).
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Course Overview
In an era of escalating cyber threats, data breaches, and increasingly stringent regulatory requirements, organisations worldwide are turning to ISO/IEC 27001 — the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) — as the definitive framework for protecting their information assets. The ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation course, developed and governed by PECB, provides participants with a clear and structured introduction to the standard's key concepts, principles, and requirements, equipping them with the foundational knowledge needed to understand how an ISMS is structured, implemented, and maintained in practice.
What You Will Learn
Over two intensive days of instructor-led training, participants explore the core terminology and definitions underpinning ISO/IEC 27001, the structure and requirements of the standard itself, the relationship between the standard and its supporting guidelines (including ISO/IEC 27002), and the fundamental concepts of information security risk management. The course combines structured theory sessions with practical exercises, illustrative case studies drawn from real-world ISMS deployments, and end-of-day quizzes designed to consolidate learning and prepare participants for the certification examination. No prior experience in information security management is required, making this the ideal entry point for professionals beginning their ISO/IEC 27001 journey.
Educational Approach
PECB's Foundation curriculum follows a blended pedagogical model: concise theoretical instruction is reinforced through guided discussions, illustrative examples, and short practical exercises that contextualise the standard's requirements within realistic organisational scenarios. Participants receive the official PECB courseware — a comprehensive participant manual aligned to the current version of ISO/IEC 27001 — and benefit from the expertise of an authorised PECB instructor. Upon successful completion of the course and examination, participants receive an attestation of course completion carrying CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits, as well as the globally recognised PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation certificate.
Examination, Certification & Inclusions
The course concludes with the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation examination, a one-hour closed-book paper comprising 30 multiple-choice questions, with a passing score of 70% (21 correct answers). The examination fee, PECB certification fee, official courseware, and a free exam retake within 12 months (should it be required) are all included in the course price — ensuring complete transparency and outstanding value. Successful candidates are awarded the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation credential, which is verifiable through PECB's global online certificate registry and is recognised by employers and auditing bodies across the GCC, Europe, Africa, South East Asia, and India.
What You'll Learn
Understand the fundamental concepts, principles, and definitions related to information security and ISO/IEC 27001
Describe the structure, clauses, and requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 and its relationship to ISO/IEC 27002
Explain the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle and its application within an ISMS context
Identify the key elements of information security risk management as required by ISO/IEC 27001
Recognise the roles, responsibilities, and documentation requirements needed to establish and maintain an ISMS
Demonstrate sufficient knowledge to pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation examination
Who Should Attend
- IT and information security professionals beginning their ISO/IEC 27001 career
- Risk and compliance officers seeking foundational ISMS knowledge
- IT managers and team leaders responsible for information security
- Auditors and consultants who require a working understanding of ISO/IEC 27001
- Data protection and privacy officers
- Business analysts and project managers involved in ISMS projects
- Anyone wishing to obtain a recognised entry-level information security management certification
Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisites are required. A general familiarity with information technology concepts or a basic awareness of information security is advantageous but not mandatory. This course is equally accessible to professionals with non-technical backgrounds.
Course Curriculum
- Training course objectives, structure, and methodology
- Overview of management systems and the ISO/IEC harmonised (Annex SL / HLS) structure
- Introduction to information security: key concepts, terminology, and definitions
- Overview of ISO/IEC 27001 and the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards
- The business case for an ISMS: drivers, benefits, and organisational context
- Clauses 4–6: Context of the organisation, leadership and commitment, and planning
- Information security objectives and the treatment of risks and opportunities
- Introduction to information security risk management: assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and risk
- Day 1 review quiz and Q&A
What's Included
- PECB examination fee included
- PECB certification fees included
- Official PECB courseware & exercises
- Attestation with 14 CPD credits
- Free exam retake within 12 months
- Delivered by a PECB Certified Trainer
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Your Instructor
Hasit Mankad
Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) · 23+ Years Experience
Hasit Mankad is the Founder of TACMinds and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) with 23+ years of hands-on IT training and consulting experience. He has trained 4,500+ professionals across 14+ countries in GCC, Europe, India and Africa. Certifications: CEH, SC-100, AZ-305, SC-200, SC-300, AWS SAA, FinOps, PMP and 40+ others. Clients include ADNOC, RAK Bank, Ernst & Young, Ministry of IT Qatar and Dubai Islamic Bank. Known for 94%+ first-attempt certification pass rates.
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