Course Overview

The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation is a comprehensive, self-paced online certification training programme designed to build practical, job-ready expertise in ISO/IEC 27701. It explores ISO/IEC 27701, PIMS, Foundation, Key Concepts and Requirements and equips you with the skills to understand the purpose and benefits of ISO/IEC 27701, explain the key concepts of a privacy information management system and describe the structure and main requirements of the standard. Delivered 100% online and fully self-paced, this ISO/IEC 27701 course lets you learn anytime and at your own pace, with expert-developed content, real-world case studies, practical exercises and downloadable resources. It is ideal for management system managers and auditors & consultants, and for anyone looking to strengthen their skills, accelerate their professional development and advance their career in ISO Management Systems. On completion you earn a recognised, CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion, while preparing thoroughly for the ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation certification.

Course Description

The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation combines expert knowledge with practical, real-world application and structured preparation for the ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation examination. It is suitable for management system managers, auditors & consultants, compliance & quality staff and implementation teams, and for other professionals seeking to develop their expertise and advance their careers in ISO Management Systems.

The course examines the core principles, tools and techniques of ISO/IEC 27701, and develops the practical capabilities required to understand the purpose and benefits of ISO/IEC 27701, explain the key concepts of a privacy information management system and describe the structure and main requirements of the standard.

What's Included:

  • Comprehensive ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation certification training
  • Coverage of the key ISO Management Systems knowledge areas
  • Introduction to ISO/IEC 27701
  • Key Concepts & Terminology
  • Standard Requirements Overview
  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Getting Started
  • Certification & Next Steps
  • Practical case studies and real-world workplace scenarios
  • Interactive exercises and applied learning activities
  • Structured preparation for the ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation examination
  • Revision and knowledge-check activities
  • Downloadable templates, tools and resources
  • Practical application of ISO/IEC 27701 concepts
  • CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion

Key Skills Gained in the Course

Participants will develop skills in:

  • ISO/IEC 27701
  • PIMS
  • Foundation
  • Key Concepts
  • Requirements
  • Certification
  • Introduction to ISO/IEC 27701
  • Key Concepts & Terminology
  • Standard Requirements Overview
  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Getting Started
  • Certification & Next Steps
  • Stakeholder communication and engagement
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Applying professional best practice

Course Key Features

Understand the purpose and benefits of ISO/IEC 27701

Explain the key concepts of a privacy information management system

Describe the structure and main requirements of the standard

Understand the roles and responsibilities involved

Recognise the certification process and its value

Prepare for foundation-level certification

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Who Usually Attend

Management System Managers

Those implementing or maintaining ISO management systems.

Auditors & Consultants

Internal and lead auditors and management-system consultants.

Compliance & Quality Staff

Professionals responsible for compliance, quality and risk.

Implementation Teams

Team members rolling out or improving a management system.

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Course Outline

Purpose and scope of the standard

The privacy information management system explained

Benefits of certification

Fundamental principles

Core terms and definitions

The management-system approach

High-level structure

Key clauses and requirements

Documentation essentials

Leadership and governance

Roles in the system

Competence and awareness

Planning the approach

Common challenges

Good practice

The certification journey

Foundation exam overview

Progression paths

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Frequently Asked Questions

This foundation course introduces the key concepts and requirements of ISO/IEC 27701 and the privacy information management system (PIMS). It is the ideal starting point for anyone who needs a clear, practical understanding of the standard and its benefits. Key areas include ISO/IEC 27701, PIMS, Foundation and Key Concepts.

By the end of the course you will be able to understand the purpose and benefits of ISO/IEC 27701, explain the key concepts of a privacy information management system, describe the structure and main requirements of the standard and understand the roles and responsibilities involved.

The course is organised into 6 modules: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27701, Key Concepts & Terminology, Standard Requirements Overview, Roles & Responsibilities, Getting Started and Certification & Next Steps.

You will develop practical skills to understand the roles and responsibilities involved, recognise the certification process and its value and prepare for foundation-level certification — capabilities you can apply in your role immediately.

This course is ideal for management System Managers, auditors & Consultants, compliance & Quality Staff and implementation Teams. Anyone who wants to build confident, practical expertise in iSO/IEC 27701 will benefit.

Yes. The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation is designed to be accessible to those who are new to the subject, building your understanding step by step from the fundamentals — no prior specialist experience is required.

Yes. The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation is designed for professionals in ISO Management Systems and closely related roles, and the examples and exercises are drawn from real, industry-relevant situations.

Yes. The course blends concise theory with hands-on application through worked examples, scenario-based exercises, downloadable templates and case studies — for instance when working through standard Requirements Overview — so you can put the learning into practice.

The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation is fully self-paced and delivered online. You enrol whenever suits you, work through the modules at your own speed, revisit material as often as you like, and access all resources online with learner support throughout.

The programme is equivalent to around 2 days of training. Because it is self-paced, you can complete it faster or more gradually to fit around your schedule.

On completing the ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation you receive a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion, which includes CPD credits and can be shared with your employer or on your professional profile.

The course strengthens your credibility and career prospects by giving you current, practical expertise in iSO/IEC 27701. It helps you take on greater responsibility, contribute more effectively to your team, and demonstrate a recognised commitment to your professional growth.

Your understanding is reinforced through knowledge checks and exam-style practice throughout. The course is aligned to the ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation syllabus and prepares you for the official examination, which is set and administered separately by an accredited ISO certification body.

No — completing this programme awards a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion. The official ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation credential is awarded by an accredited ISO certification body only after you pass their separate examination, which you register for and sit directly with them. This course prepares you thoroughly for that exam.

There are no strict prerequisites to enrol on the Duxford course — a basic working familiarity with the subject is helpful. Eligibility and any prerequisites for the official ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation examination are set by an accredited ISO certification body, so we recommend checking their current requirements before booking.

Fundamental principles. Core terms and definitions.

Leadership and governance. Roles in the system.

Planning the approach. Common challenges.

Yes. Foundation is one of the core themes of the course and is addressed in depth, alongside ISO/IEC 27701, PIMS and Key Concepts.

The ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation is developed and delivered by experienced practitioners, is fully self-paced so it fits around your commitments, uses real-world examples and templates, and earns you a CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion — practical, credible and career-focused.