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ISO/IEC 20000 Foundation

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Course Overview

The PECB Certified ISO/IEC 20000 Foundation training course presents the basic concepts of service management and the requirements of ISO/IEC 20000-1 for a service management system (SMS). In this training course, you will learn about the various aspects of an SMS, including the context of the organization, top management involvement and activities, planning and resources for the SMS, controls and measures for service delivery activities, performance evaluations, and continual improvement activities.

After completing the training course, you can sit for the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 20000 Foundation” certificate. An internationally recognized “PECB ISO/IEC 20000 Foundation” certificate demonstrates that you have an overall knowledge of ISO/IEC 20000-1 requirements for an SMS and allows you to be part of SMS implementation projects.

Learning objectives

By participating in this training course, you will:

  • Understand the basic service management concepts, definitions, and approaches
  • Get acquainted with the ISO/IEC 20000-1 requirements for a service management system
  • Develop a general understanding of how an organization can meet the requirements of ISO/IEC 20000-1

Educational approach

The training course is participant-centered and contains:

  • Lecture sessions illustrated with graphics, examples, and discussions
  • Interactions between participants through questions and suggestions
  • Quizzes with a similar structure to the certificate exam

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.

Flexible Training Options to
Meet Your Needs

We understand that flexibility is key to effective learning and development, especially in today’s dynamic work environment. That’s why we offer multiple delivery formats for our trainings in UAE. Whether you prefer the interaction of in-person classes, the convenience of live virtual training, or the independence of self-paced online learning, we have a solution tailored to your schedule. Our goal is to make professional growth accessible to everyone, allowing you to upskill without compromising your other commitments.

Target Audiance

  • Managers and consultants seeking to acquaint themselves with ISO/IEC 20000-1 requirements for an SMS
  • Personnel responsible for managing, maintaining, and improving services and service delivery capabilities
  • Aspiring professionals seeking knowledge about basic concepts of service management
  • Members of SMS implementation and operation teams
  • Individuals wishing to pursue a career in service management

Schedule Dates

20 October 2025 - 21 October 2025
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26 January 2026 - 27 January 2026
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27 April 2026 - 28 April 2026
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27 July 2026 - 28 July 2026
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Course Content

  • Introduction to service management concepts, SMS, and clauses 4-6 of ISO/IEC 20000-1

  • Clauses 7-10 of ISO/IEC 20000-1 and certificate exam

FAQs

This course provides an introduction to the ISO/IEC 20000 standard, focusing on the fundamentals of IT Service Management (ITSM) and best practices for delivering high-quality IT services aligned with business needs.

Unlike intermediate or lead-level ITSM certifications, the Foundation course focuses on understanding concepts and principles, rather than auditing, leading, or implementing ITSM systems.

Yes, it introduces key processes such as service design, service transition, service delivery, incident management, problem management, change management, and continual improvement.

No prior certification is required; however, basic knowledge of IT operations, ITIL, or service management concepts is advantageous.

It ensures staff understand IT service management standards, supporting the efficient, consistent, and high-quality delivery of IT services, aligned with business objectives.

ISO/IEC 20000 complements ITIL by providing a formal standard for IT service management, while ITIL provides best practices and guidance for practical application.