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This course provides comprehensive training in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to build, implement, and sustain a robust HSE system in any organization or industrial sector. Aligned with global standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, the training supports participants in recognizing workplace hazards, reducing environmental risks, improving compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture. It’s ideal for professionals responsible for HSE, quality, sustainability, or operational risk.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the principles and structure of HSE management systems
Apply ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 requirements in practical settings
Identify and assess workplace health and safety risks
Implement effective hazard controls and risk mitigation strategies
Ensure environmental compliance (e.g., waste, water, emissions, energy)
Build emergency preparedness and incident response plans
Conduct HSE audits and inspections using checklists and observation methods
Promote a safety culture and employee participation in HSE programs
Document and monitor HSE performance with KPIs and reporting tools
Integrate HSE into broader management systems and sustainability goals
HSE Officers, Managers, and Coordinators
Plant Managers and Operations Heads
Safety Engineers and Environmental Officers
HR and Compliance Managers
Site Supervisors and Facility Maintenance Teams
Quality and Risk Management Professionals
ISO 45001 / 14001 Implementation Teams
Contractors and Construction Safety Personnel
No prior ISO certification required
Useful for all industries: manufacturing, construction, logistics, oil & gas, healthcare, pharma, food, etc.
Recommended as a foundation before taking Lead Auditor or Advanced HSE certifications
This course provides a complete guide to implementing ISO 37001:2016, the international standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS). Designed for organizations of all sizes and sectors, ISO 37001 helps prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks. Participants will learn how to build a risk-based compliance program, promote a culture of integrity, and meet global anti-corruption expectations.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the structure and scope of ISO 37001:2016.
Identify bribery risks and apply a risk-based approach to prevention and controls.
Develop and implement anti-bribery policies and procedures.
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and oversight mechanisms.
Conduct due diligence on personnel, business associates, and transactions.
Integrate anti-bribery controls into procurement, contracts, and financial systems.
Implement reporting mechanisms, whistleblower protection, and investigation procedures.
Monitor, audit, and continuously improve your ABMS.
Align your organization’s program with international laws such as the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and local legislation.
Prepare for ISO 37001 certification or internal assessment.
Compliance and Ethics Officers
Legal, Audit, and Risk Professionals
Procurement and Finance Managers
Board Members and Executives
Anti-Corruption and Governance Consultants
Public and Private Sector Leaders in high-risk industries
No prior ISO 37001 knowledge required
Beneficial for organizations operating in high-risk jurisdictions or government sectors
Strong fit for entities seeking to demonstrate compliance and corporate integrity
ISO 37001 requirements and implementation
Bribery risk assessment and mitigation
Due diligence frameworks for third parties
Anti-bribery controls in contracts and payments
Whistleblower mechanisms and incident response
Internal audit of anti-bribery systems
Alignment with global anti-corruption laws
Ethical leadership and governance
Certification readiness and audit trail development
This course provides detailed guidance on implementing ISO 30401:2018, the international standard for establishing, maintaining, and improving a Knowledge Management System (KMS). ISO 30401 supports organizations in fostering a knowledge-driven culture, improving decision-making, and achieving strategic goals by effectively managing both tacit and explicit knowledge. Participants will learn how to build systems and environments that enable knowledge creation, sharing, protection, and application in alignment with organizational objectives.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and terminology of ISO 30401:2018.
Align knowledge management strategies with organizational purpose and culture.
Design and implement processes for knowledge identification, acquisition, and sharing.
Establish governance structures, roles, and responsibilities for KM systems.
Promote a collaborative and innovative knowledge-sharing culture.
Integrate KM with digital platforms, content management, and learning systems.
Develop mechanisms to retain critical knowledge and prevent loss.
Evaluate the effectiveness of knowledge processes using performance indicators.
Ensure continual improvement and alignment with ISO management system principles.
Prepare for ISO 30401 certification and internal audits.
Knowledge Managers and Chief Knowledge Officers (CKOs)
Learning and Development (L&D) Professionals
Innovation, R&D, and Strategy Leaders
HR Managers and Organizational Development Specialists
Digital Transformation and IT Teams
Consultants supporting KM system design and implementation
No prior ISO 30401 experience required
Familiarity with knowledge-sharing tools or organizational learning is helpful
Suitable for both knowledge-intensive industries and public sector bodies
ISO 30401 requirement interpretation
Knowledge strategy development
KM system governance and leadership alignment
Tacit and explicit knowledge processes
Knowledge retention and risk mitigation
Technology enablement for KM (intranets, portals, collaboration platforms)
Cultural enablers of knowledge sharing
Performance measurement in KM initiatives
Integration with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and digital ecosystems
This course provides a comprehensive guide to implementing ISO 29994:2021, the international standard specifying quality requirements for learning services provided outside formal education, such as corporate training, professional development, and non-degree programs. The course focuses on ensuring consistent service delivery, learner satisfaction, and continual improvement across various learning contexts. ISO 29994 can be used by training providers, academies, and organizations offering educational services to support competence development and align with global best practices.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and application of ISO 29994:2021.
Identify key differences between ISO 29994 and ISO 21001 (Educational Management Systems).
Define quality assurance requirements for non-formal learning service providers.
Establish policies, processes, and objectives for learning services.
Ensure transparency in learner needs assessment, course content, and delivery methods.
Define responsibilities of learning service providers, facilitators, and support staff.
Monitor learner progress, feedback, satisfaction, and outcomes.
Develop documentation to support quality assurance and audit readiness.
Integrate ISO 29994 into existing quality or education systems.
Support alignment with government, corporate, or accreditation expectations.
Training Providers and L&D Managers
Adult Education Centers and eLearning Providers
Corporate Academies and HR Development Leads
Quality Assurance Professionals in education/training
ISO 21001 or ISO 9001 Implementers in training organizations
Consultants supporting educational service delivery improvement
No prior ISO 29994 experience required
Familiarity with ISO 9001 or ISO 21001 is helpful
Suitable for private training companies, government training centers, and NGOs
ISO 29994 clause interpretation and application
Learning service design and delivery control
Trainer qualification and learner support
Learning environment and material quality
Feedback and improvement systems
Training evaluation and outcome measurement
Service transparency and learner satisfaction management
Integration with ISO 21001 or quality management frameworks
Non-formal education audit readiness
This course offers a comprehensive guide to ISO 26000:2010, the international standard for social responsibility. Unlike other ISO management system standards, ISO 26000 is non-certifiable and provides guidance rather than requirements. It supports organizations of all sizes and sectors in operating in a socially responsible manner by aligning values, strategy, and operations with ethical, legal, and environmental expectations. This course equips participants to embed responsible practices across seven core subjects, including human rights, labour, the environment, and community involvement.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and foundational principles of ISO 26000.
Apply the seven core subjects of social responsibility:
Organizational governance
Human rights
Labor practices
The environment
Fair operating practices
Consumer issues
Community involvement and development
Align social responsibility practices with organizational strategy.
Identify relevant stakeholders and engage them effectively.
Assess social and environmental impacts of operations and supply chains.
Integrate ISO 26000 with CSR, ESG, and sustainability reporting frameworks.
Develop and implement policies, codes of conduct, and social programs.
Promote transparency, ethical behavior, and accountability across departments.
Benchmark and measure progress in social responsibility.
Communicate your organization’s social responsibility efforts to internal and external stakeholders.
CSR, ESG, and Sustainability Officers
Compliance and Ethics Managers
HR and Diversity & Inclusion Professionals
Environmental and Community Engagement Leaders
Executive Leadership and Strategy Teams
Consultants in sustainability, governance, and corporate responsibility
No prior experience with ISO 26000 is required
Familiarity with sustainability, ESG, or social impact frameworks is helpful
Suitable for all sectors: public, private, and nonprofit
ISO 26000 principles and guideline interpretation
Stakeholder engagement and mapping
Ethical governance and transparency practices
Human rights due diligence
Environmental and social impact awareness
Community development strategy
Responsible supply chain management
CSR and ESG alignment
Non-financial reporting and communication
This engaging course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and improve an Event Sustainability Management System (ESMS) in accordance with ISO 20121:2024. You’ll learn how to identify sustainability issues throughout an event’s life cycle, engage stakeholders, manage resources efficiently, and ensure compliance with social, environmental, and economic requirements. The course connects ISO 20121 principles to international sustainability frameworks such as the UN SDGs and GRI Standards, preparing participants to deliver responsible, inclusive, and low-impact events that align with organizational strategy and stakeholder expectations.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Interpret the structure and intent of ISO 20121:2024 and its key requirements.
Identify sustainability issues, impacts, and opportunities across the event life cycle.
Develop a sustainability policy and integrate it into event planning and operations.
Engage stakeholders effectively and manage communication and transparency.
Apply risk-based thinking to event sustainability management and decision-making.
Establish monitoring, measurement, and evaluation systems for sustainability performance.
Demonstrate continual improvement and prepare for third-party certification audits.
Event planners and coordinators
Sustainability managers and officers
Marketing and communications professionals
Hospitality and venue managers
NGO and government event organizers
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) professionals
Consultants aiming to align events with ISO 20121 sustainability principles
Basic understanding of event management is helpful
No prior ISO 20121 experience required
Suitable for organizations of any size hosting events
This course provides a practical understanding of ISO 44001:2017, the international standard for establishing and maintaining effective collaborative business relationships. Participants will learn how to build trust-based partnerships with suppliers, customers, and strategic stakeholders through structured governance, shared objectives, performance evaluation, and risk-sharing approaches. The training covers the ISO 44001 lifecycle model, including relationship planning, value creation, communication management, and continual improvement. Emphasis is placed on integrating collaboration into organizational strategy to enhance innovation, reduce operational risks, and improve service delivery. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to implement and sustain a collaborative business relationship management system aligned with ISO 44001 requirements.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Explain the principles and structure of ISO 44001:2017 and the eight-stage relationship management framework.
Identify opportunities where collaboration delivers measurable value to both parties.
Establish governance structures, roles, and communication systems that promote transparency and trust.
Develop joint objectives, performance metrics, and risk-sharing mechanisms.
Manage relationship health, continuous improvement, and issue resolution processes.
Integrate collaboration into business strategy and supply chain operations.
Prepare for ISO 44001 certification and continual improvement audits.
Business leaders and executives
Partnership and alliance managers
Supply chain and operations professionals
Project managers and coordinators
Procurement and contract specialists
Management system and strategy consultants
Anyone involved in managing alliances, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships
Familiarity with supply chain or relationship management
Basic understanding of business processes and governance
No prior ISO 44001 training required
This course offers practical guidance on implementing ISO 44001, the internationally recognized standard for establishing and managing collaborative business relationships. Participants will learn to build a structured framework to identify, develop, and manage relationships with suppliers, customers, partners, and internal stakeholders. The course covers planning, governance, joint value creation, risk management, communication, and exit strategies to ensure sustainable, mutually beneficial collaborations. By the end, trainees will know how to create and maintain a collaborative-working system that enhances trust, performance, resource sharing, and long-term partnerships across diverse organizational contexts.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, purpose, and key principles of ISO 44001:2017.
Apply the eight-stage collaborative relationship management lifecycle.
Define roles, governance, and leadership in collaborative partnerships.
Establish processes for partner selection, alignment, and joint objectives.
Identify risks, opportunities, and value drivers in collaborative relationships.
Develop collaborative working agreements, charters, and performance metrics.
Integrate ISO 44001 with other management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 27001).
Foster trust, communication, and joint problem-solving across boundaries.
Prepare documentation and evidence for ISO 44001 certification.
Build an implementation roadmap for sustained relationship-based performance.
Partnership and Alliance Managers
Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
Business Development and Strategy Leaders
Quality and Relationship Managers
Project Managers and Program Directors
Consultants supporting collaborative frameworks and ISO standards
Understanding of strategic relationships or supplier management is helpful
No prior ISO 44001 knowledge is required
Ideal for teams engaging in complex partnerships, outsourcing, or joint ventures
ACS Academy is a federally registered Canadian provider of training and consulting services, offering accredited certificate programs, industry-focused training, and support for management systems and international standards. Backed by experienced professionals with hands-on expertise, ACS Academy delivers practical, high-quality solutions that help organizations achieve compliance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across industries.