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ISO 27005Foundation

ISO/IEC 27005: Foundation

Format

Self-paced (self-study)

Vendor

PECB

CPD Credits

14

Exam Duration

1 hour

Course Price

$899

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ISO/IEC 27005: Foundation

Overview

Learn the information security risk process described in ISO/IEC 27005. Follow the progression from context and assessment to treatment, communication, recording, and review, and its relationship to an ISMS.

Study independently with official PECB reading materials and exercises on your schedule. The listed duration describes the curriculum scope. This is a self-study course; video eLearning and instructor-led sessions are separate delivery formats. Complete checkout on AuditHive to confirm your enrollment.

Check the official PECB course and credential requirements for the current syllabus, exam and certification criteria.

Curriculum

  1. Core concepts

    • Risk identification, analysis, evaluation, treatment, communication, and review.

  2. How the approach works

    • Explore the structure of the information security risk management program and how its activities support organizational objectives.

  3. Knowledge review

    • Use the course material to review key terms, requirements or guidance, and prepare for the Foundation examination.

Who Should Attend & Prerequisites

Who should attend

  • Information security risk analysts, risk owners, and ISMS support teams.
  • Learners seeking an introduction to ISO/IEC 27005 before choosing a practitioner or lead-level course.

Prerequisites

No formal course prerequisites are listed by PECB. This is an introductory option for learners building familiarity with the subject.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the purpose and structure of ISO/IEC 27005.
  • Recognize the main activities and responsibilities in information security risk management.
  • Use the terminology to participate in discussions with more experienced practitioners.

Choosing the right course

Choose Foundation to build understanding. If your role requires leading implementation, management, or audits, compare the related practitioner courses and their prerequisites before enrolling.

Exam and credential requirements

Passing the applicable exam and completing PECB’s application requirements are separate from enrolling in the course. Review the official course details for exam rules, available languages, and credential conditions.

Confirm access dates, exam scheduling, and any retake conditions in your enrollment information. Certification maintenance or renewal requirements depend on the credential; consult PECB’s current rules.

What's Included

  • Official PECB self-study course materials
  • PECB examination and certification application fees
  • Course completion attestation: 14 CPD credits, subject to completion requirements

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