ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Training Overview
The ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Course provides practical training in auditing IT service management systems. Learners gain the skills to assess ISO 20000 compliance, identify service delivery gaps, and support continual improvement through structured internal audit practices.
Key Topics Covered
Introduction to ISO 20000: Terms, structure, and audit relevance
Internal Audit Planning: Defining objectives, scope, and audit criteria
Audit Execution: Interviews, observations, and evidence gathering
Audit Reporting: Non-conformity identification and documentation
Audit Follow-up: Corrective actions and service improvement
Course Benefits
Recognised Skillset: Demonstrates ability to audit ITSM systems internally
Professional Growth: Ideal for IT Auditors, Service Analysts, and QA Professionals
Interactive Training: Includes real-world audit simulations and reporting exercises
Compliance Support: Strengthens internal conformance with ISO 20000 standards
The ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Course is designed for professionals seeking to specialise in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of IT Service Management Systems according to the ISO 20000 standard. Here are the professionals who will benefit from attending this course:
Audit Managers
IT Service Managers
Service Delivery Managers
IT Consultants
Risk Managers
IT Auditors
Quality Assurance Professionals
ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Training Outline
Module 1: Information Technology Service Management (ITSM)
Business Case
Define the Scope of ITSMS
IT Service Management
Benefits of IT Service Management
ITSMS Policy
Documentation of Process and Procedures
Process Approach
Principles of Information Technology
Develop a Project Plan
Accounting the IT Services
Accounting and Budgeting
Module 2: Introduction and Background to ISO/IEC 20000
What is ISO/IEC 20000?
Benefits of ISO/IEC 20000
ISO/IEC 20000 – Parts
Module 3: Scope
General
Application
Module 4: Terms and Definitions
Introduction
Terms Specific to Management System Standards
Terms Specific to Service Management
Module 5: Context of the Organisation
Understanding the Organisation and its Context
Understanding the Needs and Expectations of Interested Parties
Determining the Scope of the Service Management System
Service Management System
Module 6: Introduction to Auditing
Define Auditing
Types of Audits
Audit Terminology
Benefits of Auditing
Module 7: Auditing Roles and Principles
Auditing Roles
Audit Team
Maintaining Confidentiality
Independence
Evidence-Based Approach
Integrity
Fair Presentation of Audit Reports
Module 8: Responsibilities of the Auditor
Management of Personnel
Preparing Checklist
Scope of Work
Managing an Audit Programme
Communication at All Levels of Organisation
Module 9: Skills and Competencies of an Internal Auditor
Personal Attributes
Skills
Knowledge
Module 10: Purpose of Internal Auditing
Detection
Sampling for Auditors
Nonconformities
Agreeing Nonconformities
Categorise Nonconformities
Protection and Prevention
Corrective Action
Checking Corrective Action
Listing of Corrective Actions Requests
Module 11: Leadership
Leadership and Commitment
Policy
Organisational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities
Module 12: Planning
Actions to Address Risks and Opportunities
Service Management Objectives and Planning to Achieve Them
Plan the Service Management System
Module 13: Support of the Service Management System
Resources
Competence
Awareness
Communication
Documented Information
Knowledge
What You’ll Learn in this Course
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Conduct internal audits of ISO 20000 service management systems
Evaluate service performance against ISO 20000 requirements
Document audit findings and recommend corrective actions
Support audit readiness and ongoing service improvement
Contribute to ITSM governance and compliance efforts
What’s Included
ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Examination
World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Certificate
Digital Delegate Pack
ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Training Exam Details
To achieve the ISO 20000 Internal Auditor, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows:
Question Type: Multiple Choice
Total Questions: 30
Total Marks: 30 Marks
Pass Mark: 50%, or 15/30 Marks
Duration: 40 Minutes
Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Course about?
This course provides hands-on training to audit IT service management systems. Learners gain the skills to assess ISO 20000 compliance, report findings, and contribute to service quality improvement within an ITSM framework.
Do I need prior experience before taking this course?
Some knowledge of IT service management or ISO 20000 is recommended. This background supports a better understanding of audit processes, service performance metrics, and audit reporting techniques.
Who should attend this course?
This course is ideal for IT Auditors, Service Analysts, Compliance Officers, and professionals responsible for conducting internal audits within a structured IT service management system.
Does the course include real-world audit scenarios?
Yes, the course includes audit simulations, case-based discussions, and exercises that prepare learners to perform effective internal audits in line with ISO 20000.
What is the duration of the ISO 20000 Internal Auditor Course?
The course is delivered in 2 days and includes instructor-led training, audit planning tasks, evidence review exercises, and structured audit reporting practice.