ISM – ISPS – MLC Lead Auditor Professional Program

This advanced program helps you:

• Master the requirements of ISM Code, ISPS Code, and MLC 2006
• Understand duties and expectations of a Lead Auditor
• Plan, manage, and lead full audit cycles
• Evaluate compliance of shipboard and shore-based management systems
• Conduct performance audits, security assessments, and labor condition verifications
• Identify systemic non-conformities and recommend strategic corrective actions
• Perform risk-based auditing following international best practices
• Develop strong leadership, communication, and decision-making during audits

Designed with real maritime operations in mind, the program blends IMO legislation, maritime industry guidelines, case studies, and practical audit scenarios.

Participants complete  expert-led modules, including:

1. Overview of International Maritime Regulations

• IMO conventions, mandatory instruments, and audit frameworks
• Flag State, Port State, and Company responsibilities

2. ISM Code Mastery

• Safety Management System (SMS) structure
• Designated Person Ashore (DPA) responsibilities
• Operational risk management and safety leadership
• Vessel audits & SMS performance evaluation

3. ISPS Code Mastery

• Ship and Port Facility Security requirements
• Ship Security Assessment (SSA) & Ship Security Plan (SSP)
• Security drills, exercises, and security culture
• Threat identification and risk-based security auditing

4. MLC 2006 Mastery

• Seafarers’ rights, welfare, and working/living conditions
• Inspection of accommodation, food, hours of rest, contracts, manning levels
• Flag State & Port State Control MLC inspections

5. Lead Auditor Competencies (ISO 19011 Standard)

• Ethics, professionalism, integrity, objectivity
• Planning, conducting, reporting, and closing audit
• Audit leadership roles

6. Preparing for a Lead Audit

• Audit scope, criteria, and team selection
• Documentation review & sampling methodologies
• Risk-based planning techniques

7. Conducting the Audit Onboard & Ashore

• Evidence collection, interviews, observation checks
• Auditing vessel operations, security controls, crew welfare compliance
• Handling non-conformities, sensitive issues & conflict situations

8. Non-Conformity Classification & Reporting

• Major vs. minor non-conformities
• Corrective action planning & root cause analysis
• Best practices from DNV, ABS, and Lloyd’s Register

9. Integrated Maritime Audit Simulation

• A full practical scenario integrating ISM + ISPS + MLC
• Conducting an opening meeting
• Performing shipboard inspection
• Reporting findings
• Closing meeting & follow-up

10. Leadership, Communication & Audit Decision-Making

• Leading audit teams
• Decision-making under pressure
• Managing disagreements during audits

Learners may select one of the following:

1. Course + Lead Auditor Certificate (ISM–ISPS–MLC)

Proves competence in leading integrated maritime audits.

2. Course + Advanced Lead Auditor Certificate

Includes extended audit tasks, simulation, and reporting evaluation.

3. Course + Diploma in Maritime Lead Auditing

Designed for professionals seeking senior compliance or consultancy roles.

All certificates include secure verification and global recognition through Lloyds Management Academy & partners.

Accreditation & Academic Partnerships

This program is proudly recognised by:

✔ CPD Continuing Professional Development (Acc. No.
788737)

✔ International Higher Education Accreditation
Council (IHEAC) (Acc. No. C23olihec)

✔ Accredited Global Continuing Development (AGCD)
(Acc. No. 03ac8f0)

✔ Lloyds Management Academy Certification Board

✔ Lloyds Management Training USA

Developed by Lloyds Management Academy with
international partners in higher education, research quality assurance, and professional development.

• Immediate access to your personalized online portal
• Official certificate of Enrollmment with unique student ID
• Flexible self-paced learning complete within 2 months
• Lifetime credential recognition after successful completion
• you will receive your access via email

⚠️Certificates remain valid upon successful completion of your course (progress monitored by an observer).

This course is ideal for:

• Marine superintendents & compliance managers
• Designated Person Ashore (DPA)
• Ship & Port Facility Security Officers (SSO / PFSO)
• HSEQ managers & officers
• Crewing managers & HR maritime professionals
• Flag & Port State Control inspectors
• Consultants & auditors seeking advanced qualifications

No previous auditing experience is required, but maritime knowledge is recommended.

• Globally respected maritime certifications
• International academic and industry partnerships
• Flexible, online, career-focused training

Lead with confidence. Ensure compliance. Strengthen safety, security, and welfare across the maritime industry.