Why Should You Attend?
The PECB ISO 26000 Lead Manager course places a strong emphasis on ethical leadership and sustainable business practices. This training program equips participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to guide organizations in planning, establishing, maintaining, reviewing, and continually improving their strategic social responsibility initiatives, in accordance with ISO 26000 guidelines and other industry best practices.
Throughout the training course, participants will explore the fundamental concepts and principles of social responsibility, gaining a deep understanding of how to effectively implement and integrate these principles into organizational frameworks. Practical examples and scenario-based exercises are incorporated to ensure that participants grasp theoretical concepts and are well-prepared to apply them in real-world situations.
Upon successful completion of the training, participants may undertake the certification examination to earn the “PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager” credential. This certification demonstrates that candidates possess both the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required to guide and lead organizations in developing and improving social responsibility strategies aligned with ISO 26000 guidelines.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:
Managers or consultants involved in or concerned with social responsibility efforts
Project managers, consultants, and expert advisors seeking to learn more about social responsibility and sustainable development
Individuals responsible for ensuring that the organization adheres to relevant laws and regulations related to social responsibility
Individuals responsible for integrating and promoting socially responsible behavior within an organization
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of social responsibility based on ISO 26000
Comprehend and identify the core subjects and issues of social responsibility within an organization
Apply practices for integrating social responsibility into an organization
Review, assess, and continually improve social responsibility within an organizational context
Educational Approach
This training course includes:
Theoretical and practical examples and best practices related to social responsibility
Quizzes featuring stand-alone questions and scenario-based exercises designed to prepare participants for the certification examination
Interactive engagement between trainers and participants through questions and discussions
Prerequisites
The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of social responsibility concepts, issues, and concerns.
The course covers five days of content, with the certification exam on the fifth day, and carries 31 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of social responsibility concepts, issues, and concerns.
It is available as self-study (English, French). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The “PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental concepts of social responsibility
Domain 2: Fundamental practices and principles of social responsibility
Domain 3: Social responsibility core subjects
Domain 4: Integration of social responsibility
Domain 5: Improvement of social responsibility
You can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below after passing the exam. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential.
The PECB ISO 26000 Manager certification scheme has the following requirements:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | SRMS project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Provisional Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 200 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 300 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Senior Lead Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 1,000 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, the social responsibility management experience should include the following:
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 26000 and social responsibility
Day 2: Social responsibility core subjects
Day 3: Social responsibility core subjects (cont’d) and integrating practices for social responsibility
Day 4: Improving social responsibility performance
Day 5: Certification exam
