Preparing for a Social Audit - Online course

Qualifications

Once the training programme has been successfully completed, the following qualification will be obtained:

The Certificate of Preparing for a Social Audit.This qualification will be issuedby Bureau Veritas Business School.

Why take this course?

This foundational course is designed to equip managers about to have a social audit on their site with the knowledge and skills required to navigate the complex landscape of social audits. This course is the second in the CSR curriculum, providing a multi-program approach to audit preparation.

What sets this course apart is its comprehensive, multi-program approach; Rather than focusing on a single social compliance program, it equips learners with transferable skills and knowledge to prepare for a wide range of audit schemes. Downloads help organise the weeks and days before the audit to prepare for a smooth & efficient audit.

Who is it for?

This course is aimed at:

• Managers about to undergo a social audit on their site.
• Individuals responsible for audit preparation and coordination.
• Professionals in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability roles.
• Auditors and compliance professionals.
• Supply chain and procurement professionals.

What will you achieve through the course?

Once you have completed the training course, you will be able to:

• Explain the key considerations for building a cross-functional audit team. (Section 1)
• Identify best practices for interfacing with client-provided and audit-related IT systems. (Section 2)
• Explain the use of self-assessment questionnaires to identify potential gaps and audit readiness. (Section 3)
• Identify strategies to proactively mitigate the risks of bribery and corruption. (Section 4)
• Explain effective techniques for planning social audits. (Section 5)
• Share multiple best practices for an efficient audit. (Section 5)

Why does Bureau Veritas recommend it?

A key reason to take a course with these objectives is the growing importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the need for organizations to demonstrate compliance with social and ethical standards. In an increasingly regulated and sustainability-conscious business environment, companies must be prepared to navigate social audits effectively.

This course equips relevant managers and professionals with the necessary tools and strategies to coordinate cross-functional teams, navigate IT systems, assess audit readiness, mitigate corruption risks, and plan and execute social audits efficiently. By developing these skills, participants can better position their companies as responsible and sustainable leaders, which can have a positive impact on their reputation, stakeholder relationships, and long-term performance.

Course Contents

Preparing for a Social Audit