PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation eLearning Training Course

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Foundation training allows you to learn the basic elements to implement and manage an Information Security Management System as specified in ISO/IEC 27001:2022. You will be able to understand the different modules of ISMS, including ISMS policy, procedures, performance measurements, management commitment, internal audit, management review and continual improvement.

Information security threats and attacks increase and improve constantly. The best form of defense against them is the proper implementation and management of information security controls and best practices.

Information security is also a key expectation and requirement of customers, legislators, and other interested parties.

The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Foundation training course allows you to learn the basic elements to implement and manage ISMS as specified in this standard. During this training course, you will be able to understand the different modules of ISMS, including ISMS policies, procedures, performance measurements, management commitments, internal audits, management reviews, and continual improvement.

After completing this training course, you can sit for the exam and apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Foundation” credential.

A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, frameworks, and management approach.

• Managers and consultants seeking to know more about Information Security
• Professionals wishing to get acquainted with ISO/IEC 27001:2022 requirements for an ISMS
• Individuals responsible for Information Security activities in their organization
• Individuals wishing to pursue a career in Information Security

• Describe the main information security management concepts, principles, and definitions
• Explain the main ISO/IEC 27001:2022 requirements for an information security management system (ISMS)
• Identify approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and management of an ISMS

The “PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation” exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Domain 2: Information security management system (ISMS)

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

• Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
• Section 2: Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Section 3: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Section 4: Fundamental information security concepts and principles
• Section 5: Understanding the organization and its context
• Section 6: Leadership
• Section 7: Planning
• Section 8: Support
• Section 9: Operation
• Section 10: Performance evaluation
• Section 11: Improvement
• Section 12: Information security controls
• Section 13: Closing of the training

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 27001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

• Certification fees are included in the exam price.
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 200 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
• An attendance record worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
• In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free.

Credential requirements summary

Note: PECB certified individuals who possess Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master credential, given that they have taken four additional Foundation exams related to this scheme. More detailed information about the Foundation exams and the Master credential requirements can be found here.

PECB's ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation eLearning training course is delivered on MyPECB platform. Once logged on using your PECB account, you will be able to browse through the sections of the ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation eLearning training course. In addition to having the training course content in video format, you will also be able to access the regular training course materials format structured in different training course days with the additional files available in an editable format (depending on the training course, the case study, exercises, and exercise correction key files will also be available). In addition to the lectures and the training course materials, quizzes have been incorporated into MyPECB to ensure that PECB's training courses are as interactive as possible.

• Take the training course
• Access the materials on MyPECB
• Enter the exam at your most convenient date, time, and location via PECB Exams

PECB's eLearning training courses have been designed to meet the needs of diverse learners who have different learning preferences and/or limited time to attend a training course session. Here are some of the main benefits of the PECB eLearning experience:

• The entire training course and examination is carried out electronically, so all you need in order to access these training courses is a device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone), and internet access.
• Having access to the training courses 24/7 enables you to dictate the pace of your study. You do not have to worry about schedules, traveling, and accommodation, or having to take days off from work.
• The unlimited access allows you to go back to any section of the training course as you need them.
• Every training course consists of several video sections.