ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training | ISO Training in Columbus

ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 26000

• Overview of ISO 26000
• Scope
• Terms and Definitions

Module 2: Understanding Social Responsibility

• Social Responsibility of Organisations: Historical Background
• Recent Trends in Social Responsibility
• Characteristics of Social Responsibility
• State and Social Responsibility

Module 3: Principles of Social Responsibility

• General
• Accountability
• Transparency
• Ethical Behaviour
• Respect for Stakeholder Interests
• Respect for the Rule of Law
• Respect for International Norms of Behaviour
• Respect for Human Rights

Module 4: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
• Importance
• Types of Corporate Responsibility
• Building a Socially Responsible Business
• What to Avoid When Creating a Socially Responsible Business Model?

Module 5: Recognising Social Responsibility and Engaging Stakeholders

• General
• Recognising Social Responsibility
• Stakeholder Identification and Engagement

Module 6: Build Sustainable CSR Programme

• Build Strategy Around Company’s Core Competencies
• Recognise Issues that Matter to Customers
• Develop CSR Initiatives that Make Employees Proud
• Measure the ROI of CSR Efforts for the C-Suite and Investors
• Expand Company’s Definition of CSR
• Be Prepared for Rapid Response to Current Events and Social Movements

Module 7: Internal Audit

• Understanding Internal Audits
• Internal Audit Process
• What is Internal Auditing?
• Internal Auditor

Module 8: Social Audit

• What is a Social Audit?
• Principles
• Significance
• Items Examined in a Social Audit
• Use of Social Audit Findings
• Role of Internal Audit in Corporate Social Responsibility

Module 9: Principles of Auditing

• Introduction
• Integrity
• Fair Presentation
• Due Professional Care
• Confidentiality
• Independence
• Evidence-Based Approach
• Risk-Based Approach

Module 10: Managing an Audit Programme

• General
• Establishing Audit Programme Objectives
• Determining and Evaluating Audit Programme Risks and Opportunities
• Establishing the Audit Programme
• Implementing Audit Programme
• Monitoring Audit Programme
• Reviewing and Improving Audit Programme

Module 11: Internal and External Environment Analysis

• Internal and External Environments
• SWOT Analysis
• Analyse Internal Environment
• External Environment Analysis

Module 12: Guidance on Social Responsibility Core Subjects

• General
• Organisational Governance
• Human Rights
• Labour Practices
• Environment
• Fair Operating Practices
• Consumer Issues
• Community Involvement and Development

Module 13: Guidance on Integrating Social Responsibility Throughout an Organisation

• General
• Relationship of an Organisation's Characteristics to Social Responsibility
• Understanding the Social Responsibility of an Organisation
• Practices for Integrating Social Responsibility throughout an Organisation
• Communication on Social Responsibility
• Enhancing Credibility Regarding Social Responsibility
• Reviewing and Improving an Organisation's Actions and Practices Related to Social Responsibility
• Voluntary Initiatives for Social Responsibility

Module 14: Steps to Implement CSR in Business

• What are the Steps to Implement CSR in Business?

Module 15: Implementation Strategies

• CSR Implementation
• Hohnen´s CSR Implementation Framework
• CSR Implementation Model
• Propositions

Module 16: Introduction to Lead Auditor

• Lead Auditor
• Role of Lead Auditor

Module 17: On-Site Auditing

• On-Site Auditing
• Conduct Interview
• Create and Evaluate Checklist
• Questionnaires for Data Collection
• Conduct Document Review
• Evaluate the Work Done
• Provide Sample

Module 18: Competence and Evaluation of Auditors

• General
• Determining Auditor Competence
• Establishing Auditor Evaluation Criteria
• Selecting Appropriate Auditor Evaluation Method
• Conducting Auditor Evaluation
• Maintaining and Improving Auditor Competence

Module 19: Conducting an Audit

• General
• Initiating Audit
• Preparing Audit Activities
• Conducting Audit Activities
• Preparing and Distributing Audit Report
• Completing Audit
• Conducting Audit Follow-Up

Who should attend this ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training Course?

The ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Course in Columbus offers professionals understanding the ISO 26000 standards, which provides guidance on implementing and promoting socially responsible practices within organisations. This course can be beneficial to a wide range of professionals, including:

• Ethics and Compliance Professionals
• Communication Specialists
• Public Relations Specialists
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Professionals
• Environmental Managers
• Event Marketing Professionals
• Public Relations Specialists

Prerequisites of the ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Course.

ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training Course Overview

Social Responsibility has come into the limelight to throw emphasis on "ethical behavior" and "sustainable practices" in any organisation. The Social Responsibility Training Course in Columbus, therefore, looks to enlighten professionals on the essence of incorporating social responsibility in business models, with special mention being drawn to its relevance as a mean to foster a positive impact on society and the environment.

Understanding the principles of social responsibility, including guidance on ISO 26000 in Columbus, is necessary for professionals from all the sectors who aim to integrate ethical practice into their operation. More useful insights from this study are directed toward leaders, managers, and CSR professionals, who have a responsibility to pave the way for their organisation through business strategies that are more sustainable and socially responsible.

This 5-day course in Columbus from The Knowledge Academy provides essential details for one of the main elements that make up Social Responsibility as described in ISO 26000. It is designed to provide delegates with the ideas and tools to put effective social responsibility strategies in practice within their organisations, thus enabling ethical conduct, sustainability, and positive corporate perception.

Course Objectives

• To understand the principles and significance of social responsibility in today's business environment
• To familiarise with ISO 26000 and its application in developing effective CSR strategies
• To identify the impact of social responsibility on corporate reputation and stakeholder engagement
• To explore practical approaches for integrating social responsibility into business operations
• To develop skills for assessing and improving social responsibility initiatives
• To enhance decision-making capabilities with a focus on ethical considerations and sustainability

Upon completion of the Social Responsibility Training Course in Columbus, delegates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement and manage social responsibility initiatives within their organisations.

What’s included in this ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training Course?

• ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

ISO 26000 Social Responsibility​ Exam Information

To achieve the ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Training, 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