What you'll learn

Understand the purpose and structure of ISO/IEC 27001
Explain the core concepts of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
Identify key ISO 27001 clauses and Annex A controls
Understand the basic requirements for ISO 27001 compliance
Recognize the roles and responsibilities in information security

Course content

4 sections • 19 lectures • 38m total length

Welcome1:29

Lecture 1 - Course Overview1:18
This lecture introduces the course structure, objectives, and format. You will learn who this course is for and what knowledge and skills you will gain by completing it.
Lecture 2 - What Is ISO/IEC 270011:20
In this lecture, you will learn what ISO/IEC 27001 is and why it is important for organizations. We explain the purpose of the standard and its role in information security management.
Lecture 3 - What Is an ISMS?1:20
This lecture explains what an Information Security Management System (ISMS) is and how it supports ISO/IEC 27001. You will understand how ISMS helps manage information security risks.
Lecture 4 - Who Needs ISO 27001?1:12
In this lecture, you will learn which types of organizations and professionals benefit from ISO/IEC 27001 and when implementation or certification is required.
Lecture 5 - Certification vs Compliance1:16
This lecture explains the difference between ISO/IEC 27001 certification and compliance. You will understand what each option means and how to choose the right approach.
Lecture 6 - ISO 27001 Lifecycle Explained1:02
In this lecture, you will learn how ISO/IEC 27001 is implemented as a lifecycle. We explain the main stages and how continuous improvement works.

Lecture 7 - Clause 4: Context of the Organization1:07
This lecture explains Clause 4 of ISO/IEC 27001. You will learn how to define organizational context, interested parties, and the scope of the ISMS.
Lecture 8 - Clause 5: Leadership1:01
In this lecture, you will learn the leadership requirements of ISO/IEC 27001. We explain management commitment, roles, responsibilities, and information security policy.
Lecture 9 - Clause 6: Planning1:09
This lecture covers Clause 6 of ISO/IEC 27001. You will learn how risks are identified, assessed, and treated, and how information security objectives are defined.
Lecture 10 - Clause 7: Support1:08
In this lecture, you will learn about support requirements such as resources, competence, awareness, communication, and documented information.
Lecture 11 - Clause 8: Operation1:05
This lecture explains how information security controls are implemented and operated. You will understand how risk treatment plans are executed in practice.
Lecture 12 - Clause 9: Performance Evaluation1:02
In this lecture, you will learn how ISMS performance is monitored and measured. We explain internal audits, management reviews, and performance evaluation.
Lecture 13 - Clause 10: Improvement0:56
This lecture explains how organizations handle nonconformities and continuous improvement within an ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS.

Lecture 14 - A.5 Organizational Controls5:04
In this lecture, you will learn about organizational controls in Annex A.5 of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and their role in governance and security management.
Lecture 15 - A.6 People Controls4:08
This lecture covers people-related controls in Annex A.6. You will learn how roles, responsibilities, awareness, and training support information security.
Lecture 16 - A.7 - Physical Controls3:35
In this lecture, you will learn about physical security controls and how they protect facilities, equipment, and information assets.
Lecture 17 - A.8 Technological Controls7:18
This lecture explains technological controls in Annex A.8, including access control, encryption, monitoring, and secure system management.
Lecture 18 - The Big Picture2:03
In this final lecture, we connect all parts of ISO/IEC 27001. You will understand how the standard, ISMS, and controls work together as a complete system.

Requirements

No prior knowledge of ISO 27001 is required
Basic understanding of IT or business processes is helpful but not mandatory
This course is designed for beginners

Description

This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.

ISO/IEC 27001 is the international standard for information security management and is widely used by organizations of all sizes and industries. Understanding this standard is essential for professionals involved in information security, compliance, risk management, IT, and governance.

This course provides a clear and beginner-friendly introduction to ISO/IEC 27001. It is designed to help you understand what the standard is, why it exists, and how it is applied in practice - without unnecessary complexity or technical overload.

You will start with a general overview of the course and the fundamentals of ISO/IEC 27001. Then, the course explains the structure of the standard, including Clauses 4–10, and how an Information Security Management System (ISMS) works. You will also learn the difference between certification and compliance, who needs ISO/IEC 27001, and how the standard follows a lifecycle and continuous improvement approach.

A dedicated section is focused on ISO/IEC 27001 controls, including Annex A and its control categories: organizational, people, physical, and technological controls. You will understand the purpose of controls, how they relate to risks, and how organizations select and apply them.

This course is ideal for beginners, managers, consultants, auditors, and anyone who wants to build a solid foundation in ISO/IEC 27001. No prior experience with information security or ISO standards is required.

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 and be able to confidently discuss its structure, requirements, and controls.

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Some parts of this course were created or enhanced with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools, including audio processing and translation support. All content has been reviewed, verified, and curated by the instructor to ensure accuracy, relevance, and educational value.

Who this course is for:

Beginners who want to understand the basics of ISO/IEC 27001
Managers or team members who need a high-level understanding of ISMS
Anyone curious about how ISO 27001 works in practice

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Welcome to the Course1 lecture • 1min

Introduction6 lectures • 7min

ISO/IEC 27001 Standard7 lectures • 7min

ISO/IEC 27001 Controls (Anex A)5 lectures • 22min

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