ISO 22301:2019

Business Continuity Management Training

Master business continuity management systems with our comprehensive training pathway from foundation awareness to CQI/IRCA certified lead auditor.

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Organizational Resilience
Build capability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from disruptions
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Rapid Recovery
Minimize downtime and protect critical business operations during incidents
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Stakeholder Confidence
Demonstrate commitment to business continuity and risk management
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Complete Training Pathway

Four progressive tiers designed to build comprehensive business continuity expertise

Foundation

8 hours • Awareness

Internal Auditor

16 hours • ISO 19011

Implementer

24 hours • Practitioner

Lead Auditor

40 hours • CQI/IRCA

What ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management Covers

Comprehensive framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining and improving a business continuity management system

Business Impact Analysis

  • Identifying critical business functions
  • Determining maximum tolerable periods
  • Assessing potential impacts of disruptions
  • Prioritizing recovery requirements

Risk Assessment & Management

  • Threat and vulnerability identification
  • Risk evaluation and treatment
  • Risk acceptance criteria
  • Ongoing risk monitoring

Business Continuity Strategy

  • Strategy development and selection
  • Resource requirements determination
  • Recovery time and point objectives
  • Alternate site planning

Incident Response & Recovery

  • Incident response procedures
  • Emergency response teams
  • Crisis communication protocols
  • Recovery and resumption activities

Testing & Exercising

  • Business continuity plan testing
  • Exercise design and execution
  • Performance evaluation
  • Improvement identification

Performance Monitoring

  • Key performance indicators
  • Internal audit programs
  • Management review processes
  • Continuous improvement

Who Needs ISO 22301 Training?

Essential for organizations requiring robust business continuity capabilities and professionals managing organizational resilience

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Financial Services

Banks, insurance companies, and investment firms requiring operational resilience and regulatory compliance

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IT & Cloud Services

Technology companies, data centers, and cloud providers ensuring service continuity and customer availability

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Utilities & Infrastructure

Power companies, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure maintaining essential services

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Supply Chain & Logistics

Shipping, ports, and logistics companies ensuring supply chain resilience and operational continuity

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Healthcare Organizations

Hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers maintaining critical patient care during disruptions

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Government & Public Sector

Government agencies and public organizations ensuring continuity of essential public services

ISO 22301 Training Tiers

Progressive learning pathway from basic awareness to expert-level business continuity management capabilities

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Foundation / Awareness
8 Hours • 1 Day
$395
Early bird: $345
Introduction to ISO 22301 and business continuity management fundamentals. Perfect for all staff to understand organizational resilience requirements and their role in business continuity.
  • Business continuity principles and concepts
  • ISO 22301 standard overview and structure
  • Business impact analysis fundamentals
  • Risk assessment basics for continuity
  • Incident response and recovery concepts
  • Individual roles and responsibilities

Target Audience

All employees, team leaders, department heads, and anyone involved in business continuity planning or emergency response activities.

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Internal Auditor
16 Hours • 2 Days
$895
Early bird: $795
ISO 19011-based internal auditing skills for business continuity management systems. Build competency for ongoing compliance monitoring and continuous improvement activities.
  • ISO 19011 audit principles and guidelines
  • BCMS audit planning and preparation
  • Audit execution and evidence gathering
  • Non-conformity identification and reporting
  • Corrective action follow-up
  • Practical audit exercises and case studies

Target Audience

Quality managers, risk managers, compliance officers, and professionals responsible for internal BCMS auditing activities.

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Implementer / Practitioner
24 Hours • 3 Days
$1,495
Early bird: $1,295
Practitioner-level skills for BCMS development, implementation management, and organizational change leadership. Comprehensive system design and deployment capabilities.
  • BCMS design and architecture
  • Business impact analysis methodology
  • Risk assessment and treatment planning
  • Business continuity strategy development
  • Implementation project management
  • Training and awareness program design
  • Performance measurement and monitoring

Target Audience

BCMS project managers, business continuity coordinators, consultants, and professionals leading implementation initiatives.

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Lead Auditor
40 Hours • 5 Days
CQI/IRCA Certified
$2,495
Early bird: $2,245
CQI/IRCA certified lead auditor course for business continuity management systems. Advanced audit leadership capabilities for certification body auditing and expert-level assessment.
  • Advanced audit principles and leadership
  • Certification audit management
  • Multi-site and complex audit planning
  • Audit team leadership and coordination
  • Technical competency assessment
  • Professional auditor development
  • CQI/IRCA registration pathway

Target Audience

Senior auditors, certification body auditors, consultants, and professionals seeking CQI/IRCA lead auditor registration for ISO 22301.

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Upcoming ISO 22301 Training Schedule

Next 90 days of scheduled courses. All formats available: online live, in-person, and hybrid delivery.

Training Tier Format Date Location Duration Price Enroll
Foundation Online Live March 28, 2024 Remote Worldwide 8 hours $395
Early: $345		 Enroll
Internal Auditor Hybrid April 15-16, 2024 New York, NY 16 hours $895
Early: $795		 Enroll
Lead Auditor In-Person May 6-10, 2024 London, UK 40 hours $2,495
Early: $2,245		 Enroll
Implementer Online Live May 20-22, 2024 Remote Worldwide 24 hours $1,495
Early: $1,295		 Enroll
Foundation In-Person June 12, 2024 Dubai, UAE 8 hours $395
Early: $345		 Enroll
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Training Timeline & Effort

Recommended Learning Path

Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1)
Build fundamental understanding • 8 hours
Phase 2: Internal Auditor (Week 3-4)
Develop audit skills • 16 hours + practice
Phase 3: Implementer (Month 2)
Master implementation • 24 hours + project work
Phase 4: Lead Auditor (Month 3-4)
Expert-level competency • 40 hours + assessment

Prerequisites

  • Foundation: None required
  • Internal Auditor: Foundation or equivalent experience
  • Implementer: Foundation recommended
  • Lead Auditor: Internal Auditor + BCMS knowledge + pre-assessment

What You'll Receive

Training Materials

  • Comprehensive course manual and reference materials
  • ISO 22301 standard copy and implementation guides
  • Template library for BCMS documentation
  • Case studies and practical exercises
  • Assessment tools and checklists

Credentials & Certification

  • Digital certificate with QR verification
  • CPD hours: Foundation (8h), IA (16h), IMP (24h), LA (40h)
  • CQI/IRCA registration pathway (Lead Auditor)
  • LinkedIn skill verification available

Ongoing Support

  • 90-day post-training email support
  • Access to online resource portal
  • Alumni network and community
  • Annual refresher webinars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ISO 22301 and other business continuity standards? ▼

ISO 22301 is the international standard for business continuity management systems (BCMS). Unlike other standards that may focus on specific aspects, ISO 22301 provides a comprehensive framework for organizational resilience covering business impact analysis, risk assessment, strategy development, and continuous improvement.

Do I need to complete all four training tiers in sequence? ▼

While not mandatory, we recommend the sequential approach for best learning outcomes. Foundation provides essential concepts, Internal Auditor builds audit skills, Implementer develops system design capability, and Lead Auditor achieves expert-level competency. You can skip tiers if you have equivalent experience.

Is the Lead Auditor course recognized by certification bodies? ▼

Yes, our ISO 22301 Lead Auditor course is CQI/IRCA certified and recognized globally. Successful completion provides the qualification pathway for auditor registration with IRCA and acceptance by major certification bodies worldwide.

What delivery formats are available for each tier? ▼

Foundation and Implementer: Online live, in-person, hybrid, and self-paced options. Internal Auditor: Online live, in-person, and hybrid. Lead Auditor: Online live, in-person, and hybrid (self-paced not available for CQI/IRCA certification requirements).

Can this training be customized for our organization? ▼

Absolutely. We offer customized private group training tailored to your industry, organizational context, and specific business continuity challenges. Custom content can include your processes, terminology, and real scenarios for maximum relevance and impact.

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