ISO 9001:2026 Internal Quality Auditing
Build an effective internal audit programme against ISO 9001:2026. Participants learn the requirements and key changes, the parts of an audit system, and how to plan, conduct and report audits that find real improvement opportunities.
At a glance
- 3 days
Who it's for
- Supervisors, operators and technicians designated as internal auditors
- QA managers responsible for internal audit systems
Learning objectives
- Plan, conduct and report internal audits per ISO
- 19011
- Evaluate conformity with ISO 9001:2026 requirements
- Identify improvement opportunities and good practices
Detailed content
- Clause structure and the Harmonized Structure
- Context, interested parties and scope
- Leadership, quality policy, culture and ethics
- Risks and opportunities
- Operation: planning, design, purchasing, production, release
- Performance evaluation and improvement
- Audit principles (ISO 19011:2018)
- Audit programme planning and risk-based scheduling
- Auditor competence and independence
- Process approach and turtle diagrams
- Audit plan and checklists
- Sampling records and evidence
- Opening meeting
- Interviewing techniques and questioning
- Observation and objective evidence
- Handling difficult situations
- Writing nonconformities and observations
- Closing meeting and audit report
- Corrective-action follow-up and effectiveness
- Audit role play on a case company
Day-by-day agenda
A typical schedule. In-company versions are tailored to your processes, data and timing.
- ISO 9001 requirements
- The audit programme
- Planning the audit
- Conducting the audit
- Reporting and follow-up
- Mock exam, review of weak areas and exam strategy
Practice, tools and assessment
Hands-on practice
- Audit simulation: plan, interview, sample evidence and write findings
- Gap analysis of your own documents against the clauses
- Write nonconformity statements and review corrective actions
- Case studies from Egyptian and Gulf organizations
Tools and templates you keep
- Clause-by-clause gap-analysis checklist
- Audit plan, checklist and report templates
- Nonconformity and CAPA log
- Course workbook and slide handouts
How learning is assessed
- Continuous assessment during audit role plays
- Written examination on the standard and audit practice
Built on these standards and bodies of knowledge
- ISO 9001:2015 + Amd 1:2024
- ISO 19011:2018 (auditing management systems)
- ISO/IEC 17021-1 (certification bodies)
How it is delivered
- Public courses in Cairo, in-company programs and live online training
- Practical exercises, case studies and examples from your sector
- Can also run as Train & Stay in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada or Cairo
Part of these career paths
- Quality Management · Foundation
Frequently asked questions
How long is ISO 9001:2026 Internal Quality Auditing?
The program runs 3 days. In-company versions can be adapted to your needs.
Is the course taught in Arabic or English?
Sessions are usually delivered in Arabic with English technical terms and materials. Full English delivery is available for in-company groups.
Can you run it inside our company?
Yes. In-company programs use exercises built on your own processes. Tell us the group size and preferred timing and we will send a proposal.
Will I receive a certificate?
Participants who complete the program and its assessment receive a certificate from The Excellence Center, which can be verified online.
Is the course taught in Arabic or English?
Sessions are usually delivered in Arabic with English technical terms and materials. Full English delivery is available for in-company groups.
Can you run it inside our company?
Yes. In-company programs use exercises built on your own processes. Tell us the group size and preferred timing and we will send a proposal.
Does this qualify me as a certification-body auditor?
No. It qualifies you for internal audits. Third-party auditors usually complete a registered Lead Auditor course and further requirements.
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