ISO 9001 Foundation- level course is the ideal starting point in learning and understanding the basics of quality management systems, quality management system standards and the attendant business benefits of improved quality performance.

This course will help participants get familiarized with the structure and the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 standard and its relationship with ISO 9000 as well as gaining the understanding of the key concepts of the ISO 9001 standard, like interested parties, management commitment, internal audit, continual improvement, etc.

What is QMSAI ISO 9001 Foundation Course?

This course is certified by the Quality and Management system Auditors Institute (QMSAI) and meets the training requirements for Quality and Management System Foundation course certification. A “QMSAI ISO 9001 Foundation Course” certificate demonstrates that you have the basic knowledge and understanding of the ISO 9001 standard, and a proof of your proficiency in this leading quality management standard.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)
• Understand the basics of ISO 9001
• Know and apply QMS terms, definitions, concepts, and guidelines
• Understand the purpose and the benefits of ISO 9001
• Demonstrate  knowledge and understanding of the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System standard
• Learn the best practices for ISO 9001 compliance

Who should attend?

• Team members involved in ISO 9001 implementation
• Individuals seeking to learn the basics of the ISO 9001 standard
• Persons seeking to learn new expertise and start a career in Quality Management Systems
• Sustainability managers

Prerequisites:

• There are no prerequisites to attend the ISO 9001 Foundations course.

Course Duration

This course takes one day to complete, plus exams.

Course Time

08:30am to 4:00pm (tea break starts at 11:00am and runs till 11:30am, while lunch starts at 1:00pm).

Course Fee

₦45,000.00 (Forty five thousand naira only).

Examination and Evaluation Criteria

Participants shall be evaluated through:

• Continuous Assessments – Participants will be evaluated every day of the training, via group discussion, Recap quizzes, workshops, punctuality, class room participation, attendance, etc. The qualifying mark is 60%
• Examination – Participants will write a-30 minute final examination on the last day of training. The qualifying marks is 70%

Why choose us to meet your Training Needs?

• We have highly competent trained instructors, with a lot of experience as quality and management system trainers / consultants
• We will provide you opportunities for onsite practical experience as an “auditor in training”.
• We have developed special training course materials, available in soft and hard copies, as well as videos and audios at affordable prices, with lots of on-the-job practical activities and samples.
• Our training is interactive, engaging, detailed and very interesting. We employ a variety of teaching techniques which includes videos.
• We guarantee you success on all national and international courses
• We offer virtual and online courses for those who are busy and don’t have the time for a formal classroom lecture
• We operate in an environment conducive to learning—all our training rooms are air conditioned and have good lighting system.
• We provide additional learning support via zoom, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and on our blog

COURSE OUTLINE

Unit 1 – Introduction to ISO 9001

• What is ISO 9001?
• The structure of ISO 9001
• Quality management principles in ISO 9001
• Introduction to the Quality Management System
• Implementing ISO 9001 requirements
• Implementing ISO 9001 as a project
• Documenting ISO 9001 requirements
• ISO 9001 Benefits
• Recap quiz

Unit 2 – The planning phase

• Understanding your organization and its context
• Understanding the needs and expectations of interested parties
• Determining the scope of the QMS
• Organizational roles, responsibilities and authorities
• Addressing risks and opportunities
• Quality objectives
• Resources
• Competence
• Awareness
• Communication
• Documented information
• Recap quiz

Unit 3 – Operation

• Operational planning and control
• Requirements for products and services
• Design and development of planning and inputs
• Design and development controls, outputs and changes
• Control of externally provided processes, products and services
• Control of production and service provision
• Post production activities
• Control of nonconforming outputs
• Operating the QMS
• Recap quiz

Unit 4 – The Check and Act phases

• Monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation
• Internal audit
• Management review
• Nonconformities and corrective actions
• Continual improvement
• Recap quiz