In today’s competitive and project-driven business environment, ensuring quality within project management processes is critical to organizational success. The LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor course is a globally recognized training program designed for professionals seeking to master the auditing of quality management systems specific to projects. Based on the ISO 10006:2017 guidelines, this course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to lead, conduct, and report on audits that assess the application of quality management principles in project environments.
ISO 10006:2017 focuses on the quality management of projects, providing guidance on how to ensure quality throughout a project’s lifecycle — from initiation and planning to execution and closure. This standard supplements ISO 9001 and integrates quality principles directly into project management methodologies. The course blends theoretical frameworks with real-world auditing techniques, offering learners a complete understanding of how to audit project-specific quality management systems effectively.
Led by certified instructors with global industry experience, the LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor course is structured to provide a balanced approach to technical knowledge and leadership in audit management. Participants will gain a deep understanding of audit planning, risk assessment, compliance verification, evidence collection, and audit reporting, with a strong focus on project-related contexts.
Whether you are a quality auditor, project manager, consultant, or part of a compliance team, this course provides the skills and certification needed to lead project-focused audits confidently and in alignment with international best practices. The LICQual certification serves as a powerful credential that enhances your professional profile and opens up new opportunities in quality management and project auditing worldwide.
Take the next step in your professional development and become a certified LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor—a trusted expert in auditing project quality systems that deliver lasting value and measurable results.
The LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor course is specifically designed to address the unique challenges of auditing quality management systems within project environments. This comprehensive training program offers an in-depth exploration of ISO 10006:2017, which provides guidance for applying quality management principles to projects of all sizes and types across various sectors.
Participants will begin by examining the structure, objectives, and key concepts of ISO 10006:2017. The course highlights how quality management principles—such as customer focus, leadership, process approach, and continual improvement—can be effectively integrated into project planning, resource management, and performance monitoring. Learners will also explore the alignment between ISO 10006 and ISO 9001, allowing for a more cohesive and standards-driven approach to project quality.
As the course progresses, participants will develop essential lead auditor skills including audit planning, stakeholder communication, team coordination, and evidence-based evaluation. Real-world scenarios and case studies are used to simulate audit processes, enabling learners to apply techniques in identifying nonconformities, proposing corrective actions, and ensuring continuous improvement within project-based quality systems.
A strong emphasis is placed on risk-based thinking and lifecycle quality planning, equipping auditors to assess how quality is embedded in every phase of the project. Participants will also learn how to write clear, accurate audit reports that support strategic decision-making and enhance accountability within project teams.
By the end of the course, learners will be fully equipped to lead audits against ISO 10006:2017 standards, ensuring projects meet both stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements. The LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor certification is an internationally respected credential, ideal for professionals aiming to advance their expertise in auditing quality within project environments.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200409
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual ISO 10006:2017 Quality Management Lead Auditor applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200409-1 |
Introduction to ISO 10006:2017 |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200409-2 |
Quality Management in Projects |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200409-3 |
Auditing Project Quality Management Systems |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200409-4 |
Risk-Based Thinking in Project Quality |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200409-5 |
Implementation of ISO 10006:2017 |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200409-6 |
Reporting and Documentation |
6 |
18 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Introduction to ISO 10006:2017
- Understand the purpose, structure, and scope of ISO 10006:2017.
- Explain how ISO 10006:2017 complements ISO 9001 and applies to quality in project environments.
- Recognize the importance of quality management within project-based organizations.
2. Quality Management in Projects
- Identify and apply quality management principles within the context of project management.
- Understand how quality requirements impact project planning, execution, and outcomes.
- Evaluate the role of quality objectives, responsibilities, and resources in achieving project success.
3. Auditing Project Quality Management Systems
- Develop the skills to plan, execute, and manage audits of project-related quality management systems.
- Apply internationally recognized auditing techniques to assess compliance with ISO 10006:2017.
- Identify nonconformities and recommend improvements based on audit findings.
4. Risk-Based Thinking in Project Quality
- Understand and apply the concept of risk-based thinking in auditing project quality management systems.
- Evaluate how risk and opportunity are identified, managed, and controlled in project environments.
- Audit the integration of risk considerations into quality planning and execution phases.
5. Implementation of ISO 10006:2017
- Understand key steps and strategies for implementing ISO 10006:2017 in a project-focused organization.
- Assess implementation effectiveness and identify areas for quality improvement in project processes.
- Support organizations in aligning project quality management systems with international best practices.
6. Reporting and Documentation
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports that meet ISO 10006:2017 requirements and international audit standards.
- Document audit evidence, findings, and recommendations clearly and professionally.
- Communicate audit outcomes effectively to stakeholders, promoting transparency and action.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Project managers aiming to enhance their knowledge of quality management in project environments
- Quality professionals responsible for auditing project-based quality management systems
- Internal auditors seeking to specialize in ISO 10006:2017 and project quality auditing
- Consultants providing guidance on project quality assurance and ISO standards compliance
- Engineers and technical leads involved in project planning, execution, and quality control
- Professionals with experience in ISO 9001 looking to expand their expertise into project-specific standards
- Team leaders and coordinators who manage or oversee quality deliverables in complex projects
- Individuals pursuing internationally recognized certification to advance their career in quality and project management
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
