ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation

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.