Master the implementation and management of Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) based on ISO 22301
No two disasters in the world cause equal damage. Between the unpredictability of natural disasters, information security breaches, and incidents of different nature, preparedness can make you stand out in the crowd and predict the future of your business. In light of this, proper planning is essential to mitigating risks, avoiding consequences, coping with the negative effects of disasters and incidents, but at the same time, continuing your daily operations so that customer needs do not remain unfulfilled.
Organizations can make progress towards understanding and managing disasters, incidents, and risks by having a BCMS based on ISO 22301 in place. Therefore, PECB has designed this training course to prepare its participants implement a business continuity management system (BCMS) in compliance with the requirements of ISO 22301. Attending this training course allows you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the best practices of the business continuity management system and to be able to establish a framework that allows the organization to continue operating efficiently during disruptive events.
After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam and, if you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” certificate will prove that you have the professional capabilities and practical knowledge to implement a BCMS based on the requirements of ISO 22301 in an organization.
Course agenda
Day 1 – Introduction to ISO 22301 and initiation of a BCMS
- Training course objectives and structure
- Management system standards
- Fundamental business continuity principles and concepts
- Business continuity management system
- Initiation of the BCMS implementation
- The organization and its context
- Analysis of the existing system
- BCMS scope
Day 2 – Implementation plan of a BCMS
- Leadership and commitment
- Business continuity objectives and planning of changes
- Business continuity policy
- Organizational structure
- Documented information management
- Competence and awareness
- Business impact analysis
Day 3 – Implementation of a BCMS
- Risk assessment
- Business continuity strategies and solutions
- Business continuity plans and procedures
- Incident response plan
- Emergency response plan
- Crisis management plan
- Communication
Day 4 – BCMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit
- Exercise programs
- Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
- Internal audit
- Management review
- Treatment of nonconformities
- Continual improvement
- Preparing for the certification audit
- Certification process and closing of the training course
Day 5 – Certification Exam
Learning Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a BCMS
- Learn how to interpret and implement the requirements of ISO 22301 in the specific context of an organization
- Understand the operation of the business continuity management system and its processes based on ISO 22301
- Acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and continually improving a BCMS
Examination: Duration 3 hours
The “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1 – Fundamental business continuity principles and concepts
Domain 2 – Business continuity management system (BCMS) requirements
Domain 3 – Planning a BCMS implementation based on ISO 22301
Domain 4 – Implementing a BCMS based on ISO 22301
Domain 5 – Performance evaluation and monitoring and measurement of a BCMS based on ISO 22301
Domain 6 – Continual improvement of a BCMS based on ISO 22301
Domain 7 – Preparing for a BCMS certification audit
For more detailed information about the PECB examination process, please visit Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification:
After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.
For more information about ISO 22301 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | BCMS project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Provisional Implementer |
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent |
None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Implementer |
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent |
Two years: One year of work experience in BC management |
Project activities: a total of 200 hours |
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer |
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent |
Five years: Two years of work experience in BC management |
Project activities: a total of 300 hours |
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Senior Lead Implementer |
PECB Certified ISO 22301 Senior Lead Implementer exam or equivalent |
Ten years: Seven years of work experience in BC management |
Project activities: a total of 1000 hours |
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
General Information
- Certification fees are included in the exam price.
- Participants will be provided with the training material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
- An Attendance Record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
- In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake the exam within 12 months following the initial exam for free.
Who should attend?
- Project managers and consultants involved in business continuity
- Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of the business continuity management system
- Individuals responsible to maintain conformity with BCMS requirements within an organization
- Members of the BCMS team
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