ISO 37001 Lead Implementer

The PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer training course provides participants with a comprehensive framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) that aligns with legal requirements and global ethical business practices. This advanced program equips professionals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills necessary to implement an ABMS compliant with ISO 37001, the international standard for anti-bribery management systems.

Why You Should Attend

Organizations today operate in environments where bribery risks present significant threats to ethical governance, regulatory compliance, and long-term business sustainability. The failure to prevent bribery can result in severe legal penalties, irreparable reputational damage, substantial financial losses, and erosion of stakeholder trust. As organizations increasingly prioritize integrity and seek alignment with global anti-bribery expectations, the adoption of a structured, effective approach to anti-bribery management has become an essential business imperative.

This training course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement a robust ABMS in accordance with ISO 37001. Through active participation, you will gain practical insights into:

  • Bribery risk assessment methodologies

  • Due diligence processes

  • Internal controls and financial transparency

  • Continuous improvement strategies for anti-bribery management

Upon successful completion of the training course, you are eligible to take the certification exam. Passing the exam qualifies you to earn the internationally recognized “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer” credential—a certification that validates your professional competence in implementing an ABMS based on the requirements of ISO 37001.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

  • Managers and consultants involved in anti-bribery management and ethical compliance

  • Individuals seeking to master the implementation of an Anti-Bribery Management System

  • Professionals responsible for maintaining conformity with ISO 37001 requirements within an organization

  • Individuals carrying out roles and responsibilities related to the ABMS

  • Those wishing to contribute to organizational integrity by supporting and promoting ethical behavior

  • Individuals aspiring to become anti-bribery consultants

Learning Objectives

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

  • Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an Anti-Bribery Management System based on ISO 37001.

  • Interpret ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS from the perspective of an implementer.

  • Initiate and plan the implementation of an ABMS using PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other recognized best practices.

  • Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving an ABMS in alignment with ISO 37001.

  • Prepare an organization for a third-party certification audit against ISO 37001.

Educational Approach

This training course offers a comprehensive, interactive learning experience through:

  • In-depth theoretical knowledge and industry best practices for implementing an ABMS based on ISO 37001.

  • Interactive discussions between trainers and participants, fostering engagement through questions, exercises, and collaborative problem-solving.

  • Targeted quizzes—comprising both stand-alone and scenario-based questions—designed to thoroughly prepare you for the certification exam.

PECB offers a variety of training course delivery formats, from traditional classroom settings to modern, technology-enabled solutions. To learn more about these flexible options, please click here.

Prerequisites

Participants attending this course are required to be familiar with asset management concepts and possess in-depth knowledge of anti-bribery principles prior to enrollment.

The “PECB ISO 37001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental concepts and principles of anti-bribery management

Domain 2: Initiation of an ABMS implementation

Domain 3: Planning of an ABMS implementation based on ISO 37001

Domain 4: Implementation of an ABMS based on ISO 37001

Domain 5: Evaluation of the performance of an ABMS based on ISO 37001

Domain 6: Continual improvement of an ABMS based on ISO 37001

Domain 7: Preparation for an ABMS certification audit

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

Credential Exam Professional experience ABMS project experience Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO 37001 Provisional Implementer PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 37001 Implementer PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Two years: One year of work experience in Anti-bribery Management Project activities: a total of 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Five years: Two years of work experience in Anti-bribery Management Project activities: a total of 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 37001 Senior Lead Implementer PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Anti-bribery Management Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

The anti-bribery activities should follow best practices and include the following:

  1. Drafting an ABMS implementation business case
  2. Managing an ABMS implementation project
  3. Implementing an ABMS
  4. Managing documented information related to the ABMS
  5. Monitoring the ABMS performance
  6. Continuously improving an ABMS
  • Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
  • Participants will receive more than 450 pages of comprehensive training materials, including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
  • Participants who have attended the training course will receive an attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
  • Candidates who have completed the training course with one of our partners and failed the first exam attempt are eligible to retake the exam for free within a 12-month period from the date the coupon code is received because the fee paid for the training course includes a first exam attempt and one retake. Otherwise, retake fees apply.
Original price was: $1,499.00.Current price is: $750.00.
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Course agenda

Day 1: Introduction to ISO 37001 and the initiation of an ABMS

Day 2: Implementation plan of an ABMS

Day 3: Implementation of an ABMS

Day 4: ABMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit

Day 5: Certification exam