Information Security Policies and Standards Development (IMCS-029) Training Course

Information Security Policies and Standards Development

Information security policies and standards set expectations for how people and systems protect information. Policies that are unclear, unrealistic or outdated undermine…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,750Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Information security policies and standards set expectations for how people and systems protect information. Policies that are unclear, unrealistic or outdated undermine security and compliance.

This LLMI course covers policy frameworks, writing security policies, standards and procedures, mapping to frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST, stakeholder consultation, approval and communication, exceptions and policy compliance monitoring. Participants draft key security policies.

The course suits security, compliance and IT governance professionals.

Course Objectives

Design an information security policy framework

Write clear and enforceable security policies

Develop supporting standards and procedures

Map policies to recognised frameworks

Manage exceptions and approvals

Monitor policy compliance

Target Audience

Information security managers

IT governance professionals

Compliance officers

Risk managers

IT auditors

Security consultants

Course Methodology

Writing workshops

Framework mapping exercises

Templates

Case studies

Peer review

Course outline

1Day 1: Policy Frameworks

Purpose of policies
Hierarchy of documents
Framework alignment
Ownership
Common problems
Exercise: Policy gap review

2Day 2: Writing Policies

Policy structure
Clear language
Scope and roles
Enforceability
Templates
Workshop: Drafting a policy

3Day 3: Standards and Procedures

Technical standards
Procedures
Baselines
Guidelines
Mapping
Exercise: Writing a standard

4Day 4: Approval and Communication

Consultation
Approval
Communication
Awareness
Exceptions
Case study: Policy rollout

5Day 5: Compliance and Maintenance

Monitoring compliance
Metrics
Reviews
Updates
Audits
Capstone: Policy set

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Information Security Policies and Standards Development course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Information Security Policies and Standards Development course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Vienna. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Vienna, Rome, Geneva, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Cape Town.

Can I take Information Security Policies and Standards Development online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Information Security Policies and Standards Development

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