PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager (EN)
Master the management of social responsibility within an organization based on ISO 26000
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
Master the management of social responsibility within an organization based on ISO 26000
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
If you want to learn more about the training, check out the official training brochure!
PECB ISO 26000 Lead Manager course places a strong emphasis on ethical leadership and sustainable business practices. This training course enables you with the necessary knowledge skills to guide organizations in planning, establishing, maintaining, reviewing, and continually improving their strategic social responsibility initiatives, in accordance with ISO 26000 guidelines and other industry best practices.
During the training course, you will explore the fundamental concepts and principles of social responsibility, gaining a deep understanding of how to effectively implement and integrate these principles into organizational frameworks. Practical examples and scenario-based exercises are incorporated, ensuring that you will grasp theoretical concepts and will be well-prepared to apply them in real-world situations.
After successfully completing the training, you can undertake the certification exam to earn the "PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager" credential. This certification proves that you possess both the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required to guide and lead organizations in developing and improving social responsibility strategies aligned with ISO 26000 guidelines.
This training course is intended for:
Module 1: Introduction to ISO 26000 and social responsibility
Module 2: Social Responsibility core subjects
Module 3: Social responsibility core subjects (cont’d) and integrating practices for social responsibility
Module 4: Improving social responsibility performance
Certification Exam
By the end of this training course, the participants will be able to:
The “PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online through the PECB app OR in person in one of the PECB exam centers
Preparation: PECB Exam Preparation Guides
Language: The exam is available in multiple other languages and does not need to be taken in the same language as the training material. Additional time can be requested when your native language is not available in your mother tongue (to be requested by candidates on the exam day)
Retake: In case you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free
For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the respective credential. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements of this certification.
The PECB ISO 26000 Manager certification scheme has the following requirements:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | SRMS project experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Provisional Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 200 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 300 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 26000 Senior Lead Manager | PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in social responsibility management | Project activities: at least 1,000 hours | Signing of the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, the social responsibility management experience should include the following:
For more information about the ISO 26000 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
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