ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management Foundation eLearning Course
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management Foundation eLearning
Our ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Foundation Course is designed to help learners understand and engage with the core concepts, clauses, and controls of the world’s leading information security management standard.
ISO/IEC 27001 is the internationally recognised benchmark for managing information security risk. It’s used across industries to protect sensitive data, safeguard systems, and meet regulatory and customer expectations. Yet, for many professionals, the standard can feel overwhelming – full of technical language, complex documentation, and unfamiliar security concepts.
At COO Academy, our ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Foundation Course breaks through that complexity. Delivered 100% online, the course allows you to study at your own pace, wherever you are. Step-by-step, you’ll explore the essentials of ISO 27001 – learning what the standard says, what it means, and how to apply it in real organisations. You’ll finish with the clarity and confidence to support information security and contribute meaningfully to certification efforts or internal programmes.
During the course, we cover the structure and background of ISO 27001, the Annex SL framework, key information security principles, and the full lifecycle of a management system. We also look closely at the 2022 version’s expanded controls under Annex A – including threat intelligence, cloud services, and secure coding – ensuring you’re up to date with the latest expectations.
This course is ideal for anyone involved in information security, governance, risk, compliance, IT, operations, or management. Whether you’re preparing for certification, supporting ISMS implementation, or simply want to understand how ISO 27001 works, this programme gives you the practical knowledge and tools to take the next step.
Enrol today and start building your information security management expertise.
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Features
- Self-Paced Online Learning - Study anytime, anywhere, on any device
- Beginner-Friendly Content - No prior ISO experience needed
- Clear Explanations of ISO 27001:2022 - Understand the clauses and structure of the standard
- Real-World Examples - See how ISO 27001 applies to everyday business situations
- Certificate of Completion - Immediate download upon passing the final quiz
- Developed by an Operations Leader - Built by a practitioner with hands-on ISO 27001 experience
Target audiences
- Operations Professionals
- Senior Leaders
- SME Owners and Directors
- Anyone Aligning their Organisation to the ISO 27001 Standard
- New Starters in ISO-Certified Businesses
- New Security Professionals
- Internal Auditors
- Compliance Officers
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Project Managers
- Employees Working in Regulated Sectors
- Consultants and Freelancers
- IT and Technical Managers
- People Managing Enterprise Technology
- People Working with Significant Amounts of Privileged Data
- People Working in Highly Secure or Security Regulated Environments
Requirements
- Whilst there are no formal prerequisites for this course, you may find it useful to have a copy of the ISO 27001 standard available to you for reference purposes.
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 43 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Course Introduction2
- What Is ISO 27001?4
- Key Concepts in Information Security Management7
- ISO 27001:2022 Structure9
- Annex A Controls (2022 version)8
- 5.1What Annex A is and how it supports Clause 6.3
- 5.2Organisational controls
- 5.3People controls
- 5.4Physical controls
- 5.5Technological controls
- 5.6Structure and purpose of the Statement of Applicability
- 5.7Examples of commonly implemented controls
- 5.8Knowledge Check: ISO 27001 Annex A Controls10 Minutes6 Questions
- Terms & Definitions3
- Applying ISO/IEC 27001 in the Real World4
- Benefits of ISO 270013
- Roles and Responsibilities6
- Common Misconceptions4
- Final Quiz1
- Next Steps2
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Instructor
COO Academy was created to bridge the gap between textbook theory and real-world operations. Our mission is simple: deliver practical, high‑impact training that helps professionals at every level - from operations executives to future COOs - develop the skills, mindset, and confidence to lead. Every course is crafted by an experienced operations practitioner who has led teams, scaled businesses, implemented standards, and solved complex problems in the field.
We believe learning should be clear, actionable, and rooted in reality. That’s why our content focuses on real tools, proven frameworks, and practical strategies that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Whether you're looking to understand ISO standards, improve processes, lead through change, or prepare for a leadership role, COO Academy gives you the insight and support to grow with purpose.
All content is developed by a seasoned operations professional with years of hands‑on experience - leading teams, navigating complex regulations, securing certifications, and scaling businesses from the inside out. This is coupled with deep knowledge across strategy, compliance, technology, and process improvement.
Expertise spans a wide range of recognised frameworks and disciplines, including:
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 20000‑1, ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 31000, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, ISO 45001, ISO 14064‑1
- Six Sigma (White, Yellow, Green, and Black Belt)
- OKR, Kanban, Agile Scrum
- Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus
- NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit
- PCI DSS Security Standards
- SOC 1, 2, and 3
- PAS 2060 Carbon Neutrality
- Vulnerability Management & Data Protection
