Duration
2 days
Course Overview
This two-day intensive training program is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement and manage a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) effectively. The course will cover the fundamentals, key clauses, and practical applications of BCMS, focusing on maintaining business operations during disruptions.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of business operations and risk management principles is recommended but not required.
What You Will Learn:
- Understanding the core concepts and principles of BCMS.
- Identifying and analyzing business impacts through Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
- Developing, implementing, and managing a BCMS.
- Familiarity with the key clauses and requirements of ISO 22301.
- Practical strategies for business continuity planning and risk management.
- Effective response and recovery strategies to ensure business resilience.
Who Should Attend:
- Business continuity managers and planners
- Risk management professionals
- IT managers and professionals
- Compliance officers
- Operations managers
- Anyone responsible for business continuity and disaster recovery planning
Day 1: Overview and Clauses
9:00 am - 10:30 am: Introduction to BCMS
- Definition and importance of business continuity
- Key terms and concepts
10:30 am - 10:45 am: Break
10:45 am - 12:00 pm: ISO 22301 Standard Overview
- Structure of the standard
- Key clauses and their significance
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Context of the Organization
- Understanding the organization and its context
- Determining the scope of the BCMS
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm: Break
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm: Leadership and Planning
- Leadership commitment and roles
- Setting objectives and planning actions
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm:Support and Operation
- Resources, competence, and awareness
- Communication and documentation requirements
Day 2: Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
9:00 am - 10:30 am: Introduction to BIA
- Purpose and importance of BIA
- Steps in conducting a BIA
10:30 am - 10:45 am: Break
10:45 am - 12:00 pm: Conducting a BIA
- Identifying critical business functions
- Analyzing impacts and setting priorities
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Identifying and evaluating risks
- Developing risk mitigation strategies
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm: Break
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm: Developing and Implementing BC Plans
- Creating business continuity and recovery plans
- Implementing and testing BC plans
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Maintenance and Improvement
- Monitoring, reviewing, and improving the BCMS
- Continual improvement processes
- Conclusion:
- Recap of key learning points
- Q&A session
- Course feedback
- Certificate distribution
Course Methodology:
- Interactive lectures
- Case studies
- Group discussions
- Practical exercises
- Role-playing scenarios
- Q&A sessions
This structured and comprehensive training will provide participants with the necessary tools and insights to establish and maintain a robust Business Continuity Management System, ensuring their organization's resilience in the face of disruptions.
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.