Certified IPC Management Systems Auditor (CMSA)

The Certified IPC Management Systems Auditor (CMSA) training course spans three intensive days of instructor-led sessions, practical exercises, quizzes and discussions designed to prepare you for real-world auditing challenges and the certification exam.

 - Management systems (MS) auditing and the responsibilities of the certification body

 - Training course objectives and structure

 = Introduction to MS auditing

 - ISO MS standards

 - Certification process for an MS audit

 - Principles of certification according to ISO/IEC 17021-1

The “PECB Certificate Holder in CMSA” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains:

 - Management systems (MS) auditing and the responsibilities of the certification body

 - Training course objectives and structure

 = Introduction to MS auditing 

 - ISO MS standards

 - Certification process for an MS audit

 - Principles of certification according to ISO/IEC 17021-1

Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in CSMA” certificate.     For more information, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

To become a Certified Management Systems Auditor (CMSA), candidates must successfully complete:

CMSA Certification Exam

This exam evaluates your understanding of management systems auditing based on international standards, including ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1. The exam assesses both theoretical knowledge and practical application, with a focus on real-world audit situations.The course includes CMSA materials, the exam plus one free retake, the Auditor Behavior Exam , and a professional certificate.

Auditor Behavior Exam

In addition to technical skills, successful auditors must demonstrate behavioral traits that align with the responsibilities of the role. The CMSA exam and Auditor Behavior Exam offer a comprehensive assessment of your capabilities, ensuring that CMSA-certified professionals are not only technically proficient but also ethically grounded and behaviorally aligned with the highest standards of auditing practice.   That’s why CMSA candidates are also required to complete the brief Auditor Behavior Exam that evaluates key competencies such as:

 - Integrity and objectivity

 - Communication and interpersonal skills

 = Responsibility and reliability

 = Adaptability and professional judgment

• Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
• Participants will be provided with the training material containing over 100 pages of explanatory information, discussion topics, examples, and quizzes.
• An attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
• In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.