How is the ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam structured?

The ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam is aligned with the PECB Examination and Certification Programme and is designed to assess applied audit competence rather than memorization. The exam is organized around seven competency domains that mirror the CMS audit lifecycle.The early domains focus on fundamental concepts and principles of compliance management systems and ISO 37301 requirements. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to interpret requirements and understand how they apply within a CMS.Subsequent domains address audit competence. These include fundamental audit concepts and principles, preparing an ISO 37301 audit, conducting the audit, and closing the audit. This structure reflects real audit work, from planning and initiation through evidence collection, reporting, and follow-up.The final domain covers managing an ISO 37301 audit program. This tests understanding of how audits are organized over time, how resources are managed, and how audit results support continual improvement.The exam is stated as available in English, delivered online, and has a duration of three hours. Course delivery supports preparation through review exercises and a practice test similar to the certification exam, helping candidates align study with the defined domains.