Quality Management System
The LICQual ISO 9001:2026 QMS (Quality Management System) Transition Foundation Course is designed to help learners seamlessly navigate the updates from ISO 9001:2015 to the latest 2026 standard. This foundation course provides a clear understanding of the revised quality management system requirements, focusing on risk-based thinking, lifecycle approaches, and continuous improvement practices. Learners will explore how AI, data analytics, and digital technologies are transforming quality management processes, enabling smarter decision-making, predictive insights, and remote audit capabilities.
Through practical guidance and structured learning, learners gain insight into implementing the 2026 revisions effectively, understanding key clauses, and interpreting requirements in real-world organizational contexts. This course also emphasizes the integration of digital tools to streamline documentation, monitor performance, and enhance compliance efficiency.
By completing the ISO 9001:2026 QMS Transition Foundation Course, learners build a solid foundation to approach advanced transition audits, align quality management practices with modern technologies, and support organizations in achieving certification readiness. With a blend of traditional QMS principles and modern AI-driven solutions, learners acquire the essential knowledge to thrive in evolving quality management environments while maintaining compliance and continuous improvement.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 9001:2026 QMS (Quality Management System) Transition Foundation Course
Total Units
6
Total Credits
28
GLH
84
Qualification #
LICQ2201331
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual ISO 9001:2026 QMS (Quality Management System) Transition Foundation Course applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201331-1 |
Strategic Drivers Behind ISO 9001:2026 Revision |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2201331-2 |
Transition Readiness & Gap Assessment Methodology |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2201331-3 |
Evolving Organizational Context & Stakeholder Expectations |
4 |
12 |
|
LICQ2201331-4 |
Enhanced Risk-Based Thinking & Process Performance |
4 |
12 |
|
LICQ2201331-5 |
Digital QMS Platforms & AI-Enabled Quality Monitoring |
4 |
12 |
|
LICQ2201331-6 |
Compliance Assurance & Continual Improvement Post-Transition |
4 |
12 |
By the end of this course, Applicants will be able to:
Strategic Drivers Behind ISO 9001:2026 Revision
- Understand the key factors that led to the revision of ISO 9001:2026 and its strategic objectives.
- Identify how global quality trends and sustainability considerations influence ISO standards.
- Analyze the impact of organizational performance requirements on QMS updates.
- Recognize the role of AI and digital technologies in shaping modern quality management frameworks.
- Explore how regulatory changes and international guidelines drive standard evolution.
- Evaluate the benefits of adopting ISO 9001:2026 for enhanced organizational competitiveness.
Transition Readiness & Gap Assessment Methodology
- Learn to conduct a comprehensive gap analysis between ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2026 requirements.
- Understand the principles of transition readiness and planning for QMS updates.
- Identify critical areas requiring change for successful standard adoption.
- Apply AI tools to automate data collection and gap assessment processes.
- Develop actionable transition plans to minimize operational disruptions.
- Assess organizational capabilities to implement changes efficiently and effectively.
Evolving Organizational Context & Stakeholder Expectations
- Understand the importance of organizational context in ISO 9001:2026 compliance.
- Identify internal and external factors affecting quality and environmental management.
- Analyze stakeholder needs, expectations, and their impact on strategic decision-making.
- Apply digital monitoring tools to track stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.
- Evaluate how organizational objectives align with evolving quality and sustainability goals.
- Integrate AI-enabled insights to enhance decision-making and stakeholder responsiveness.
Enhanced Risk-Based Thinking & Process Performance
- Understand risk-based thinking principles in ISO 9001:2026.
- Identify potential risks and opportunities within organizational processes.
- Apply AI and analytics to predict and mitigate quality or environmental risks.
- Monitor process performance using digital QMS dashboards and tools.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies in achieving organizational goals.
- Promote a culture of proactive quality and environmental management.
Digital QMS Platforms & AI-Enabled Quality Monitoring
- Explore the role of digital QMS platforms in modern quality management systems.
- Learn how AI-enabled tools support real-time monitoring of process performance.
- Understand integration of digital workflows for improved compliance and reporting.
- Evaluate data-driven insights for continuous quality improvement.
- Apply AI analytics for predictive maintenance, audit readiness, and corrective actions.
- Optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency through digital technologies.
Compliance Assurance & Continual Improvement Post-Transition
- Understand the mechanisms for ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2026 standards.
- Develop processes for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of QMS effectiveness.
- Identify corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformities.
- Apply AI tools to track compliance trends and performance metrics.
- Promote a culture of continual improvement aligned with digital transformation.
- Evaluate the impact of QMS changes on organizational sustainability and efficiency.
This course is ideal for:
- Learners seeking to understand the ISO 9001:2026 revisions after completing ISO 9001:2015.
- Quality management professionals aiming to strengthen their foundation in QMS transition.
- Internal auditors preparing to support organizations in ISO 9001:2026 compliance.
- Compliance and regulatory personnel responsible for implementing QMS updates.
- Operational managers aligning processes with the ISO 9001:2026 standard.
- Quality assurance specialists improving documentation, monitoring, and reporting practices.
- Consultants supporting clients through ISO 9001:2026 transition initiatives.
- Professionals integrating risk-based thinking and lifecycle approaches into QMS.
- Teams leveraging AI, data analytics, and digital technologies in quality management.
- Organizations preparing staff for certification readiness under ISO 9001:2026.
- Professionals aiming to bridge knowledge between ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2026.
- Learners enhancing their career opportunities in quality management and auditing fields.
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.
