ISO 56001 Lead Implementer training course equips participants with the knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, improving, monitoring, and maintaining an innovation management system (IMS).
Why Should You Attend?
Organizations must continuously innovate to remain competitive, resilient, and responsive, especially in today’s dynamic market. Poorly managed innovation can lead to wasted resources, missed opportunities, increased uncertainty, and limited value creation. As organizations strive to turn ideas into measurable results while managing risks and opportunities, adopting a structured and effective approach to innovation management becomes essential.
The ISO 56001 Lead Implementer training course is designed for professionals responsible for establishing and managing an IMS. It equips participants with the practical knowledge and skills required to implement an ISO 56001-compliant IMS, covering areas such as leadership and commitment, innovation strategy, opportunity and risk management, innovation objectives and portfolios, and continual improvement.
After completing the course, you will be eligible to take the exam. If you pass the exam, you can apply for the PECB Certified ISO 56001 Lead Implementer credential, which demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to implement an IMS based on ISO 56001 requirements.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:
- Managers or consultants involved in or concerned with the implementation of an IMS
- Project managers, consultants, or expert advisers seeking to master the implementation of an IMS
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with the IMS requirements within an organization
- Senior executives and decision-makers responsible for innovation strategy and organizational growth
- Innovation managers and R&D professionals driving new product or service development
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an innovation management system (IMS) based on ISO 56001
- Interpret the ISO 56001 requirements for an IMS from the perspective of an implementer
- Initiate and plan the implementation of an IMS based on ISO 56001, by utilizing PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other best practices
- Apply best practices to support the ongoing effectiveness and improvement of the IMS based on ISO 56001
- Interpret the requirements for an ISO 56001 certification audit
Educational Approach
- This training course includes exercises, quizzes, examples, and best practices for implementing an IMS.
- Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.
- The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.
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Prerequisites
The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a general knowledge of IMS concepts and ISO 56001.





