What is ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Course?

The ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Course is designed to provide Learners with the expertise to implement and manage a BCMS in compliance with ISO 22301's requirements. This course equips learners with the skills to establish policies, procedures, and frameworks that ensure organisational preparedness and operational continuity during disruptions.

Learners will learn the core business continuity principles, risk assessment, and recovery strategies, enabling them to mitigate potential disruptions and safeguard critical business functions. By mastering ISO 22301 methodologies, professionals can demonstrate their ability to lead the implementation of a robust BCMS, ensuring operational resilience and compliance.

This 3-day intensive ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Course by Oakwood International provides learners with practical insights, tools, and techniques required to align organisational processes with ISO 22301 standards, ensuring readiness to handle unexpected events effectively.
 

Course Objectives
 

  • Understand the framework and requirements of ISO 22301

  • Learn how to design, implement, and manage a BCMS aligned with ISO 22301 standards

  • Conduct business impact analysis (BIA) and risk assessments effectively

  • Develop, implement, and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans

  • Align business continuity strategies with organisational objectives

  • Gain expertise in maintaining and improving a BCMS through performance evaluation and audits

  • Prepare for and manage ISO 22301 certification audits

Upon completion, Learners will possess the knowledge and skills to guide their organisations in achieving ISO 22301 certification and effectively maintaining business continuity.

Course Outline

ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Course

Module 1: Introduction to Business Continuity Management Systems

  • What is a BCMS?

  • Management Systems

  • What is Business Continuity Management System?

  • BCM System Process

  • Business Continuity Management (BCM)

  • BCMS Benefits

  • Business Continuity Management Lifecycle

  • Applicability and Objectives
     

Module 2: Scope of a BCMS

  • Overview
     

Module 3: Fundamental Principles and Concepts of Business Continuity

  • Fundamental Principles

    • Build a Comprehensive Plan

    • Implement Each Step of the Action Plan

    • Check and Evaluate Results

    • Review and Make Improvements

  • Business Continuity
     

Module 4: Clauses 4 to 8 of ISO 22301

  • Introduction

  • Clauses of ISO 22301

    • Clause 4 – Context of the Organisation

    • Clause 5 – Leadership

    • Clause 6 – Planning

    • Clause 7 – Support

    • Clause 8 – Operations
       

Module 5: Overview of ISO 22301 Standard

  • Introduction to ISO 22301

  • 22301 Standard

  • 22301 Standard Progression

  • 22301 High-level Methodology

  • Implementation Cycle Times
     

Module 6: BCM Mandatory Documents

  • Clause 4.2.2

  • Clause 4.3

  • Clause 5.3

  • Clause 6.2

  • Clause 7.2

  • Clause 7.4

  • Clause 8.2.1

  • Clause 8.2.2

  • Clause 8.2.3

  • Clause 8.4.1

  • Clause 8.4.2

  • Clause 8.4.3

  • Clause 8.4.4

  • Clause 8.4.5

  • Clause 9.1.1

  • Clause 9.3

  • Clause 10.1
     

Module 7: Leadership

  • Leadership and Commitment

  • Establishing the Business Continuity Policy

  • Communicating the Business Continuity Policy
     

Module 8: Management Roles and Responsibilities

  • Overview

  • Impediments to Success

  • Aids to Success
     

Module 9: Implementation Phases of the ISO 22301 Framework

  • Management Support

  • Identification of Requirements

  • Business Continuity Policy and Objectives

  • Support Documents for Management System

  • Risk Assessment and Treatment

  • Business Impact Analysis

  • Business Continuity Strategy

  • Business Continuity Plan

  • Training and Awareness

  • Documentation Maintenance

  • Exercising and Testing

  • Post-Incident Reviews

  • Communication with Interested Parties

  • Measurement and Evaluation

  • Internal Audit

  • Corrective Actions

  • Management Review
     

Module 10: Continual Improvement of a BCMS

  • Continual Improvement

  • BCMS Control System

  • Areas of Continual Improvement
     

Module 11: Audit

  • Introduction to Audit
     

Module 12: Auditing Principles

  • Fundamental Principles

  • Internal Auditing

  • Scope

  • PDCA Cycle
     

Module 13: Auditing Roles

  • What are the Roles?

  • Organisational Context

  • Management Responsibilities

  • Planning, Support, and Operation

  • Performance Evaluation

  • Improvement
     

Module 14: Roles and Responsibilities of the Auditor

  • Internal Auditing

  • Roles and Responsibilities

  • Typical Internal Audit
     

Module 15: Skills of an Internal Auditor

  • Internal Auditing Goals

  • Qualities of an Auditor

  • Auditing Skills
     

Module 16: Purpose of Internal Auditing

  • 22301 Mission

  • Key Benefits of BCMS
     

Module 17: Audit Procedures

  • BCMS Audit Process

  • Elements of an Internal Audit

  • Internal Audit Process

  • Required Documentation

  • Supporting Procedural Documentation

  • Required Records and Documentation
     

Module 18: Audit Triangle

  • Fraud Triangle

  • Tackling the Fraud Triangle
     

Module 19: Auditing Techniques

  • Classifying Audit Findings

  • On-Site Auditing

  • Remote Auditing Methods
     

Module 20: Work Document Approach

  • Steps to Certification

  • Certification Audits
     

Module 21: Business Continuity Control Best Practice

  • Overview

  • BCM Policy

  • Management Commitment

  • Plan How to Deal with an Emergency

  • Impediments to Success

  • Disaster Recovery
     

Module 22: Planning a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

  • Planning a BCMS

  • Steps to Plan a BCMS
     

Module 23: Implementation of Business Continuity and Writing Procedures

  • Communication

  • Writing a Scenario

  • Delivering the Scenario

  • Implementing a BCMS
     

Module 24: Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk Assessment

  • Business Impact Analysis

  • Risk Assessment

  • Risk Assessment Methodologies and Implementation

  • Risk Treatment Implementation
     

Module 25: Incident Management and Emergency Management

  • Overview

    • Incident Management

    • Emergency Management

  • Key Elements of Crisis Management Respond Process
     

Module 26: Operations Management of a BCMS

  • Introduction to Operations Management of a BCMS
     

Module 27: Business Continuity Strategies and Solutions

  • General

  • Identification of Strategies and Solutions

  • Selection of Strategies and Solutions

  • Resource Requirements

  • Implementation of Solutions
     

Module 28: Business Continuity Plans and Procedures

  • General

  • Response Structure

  • Warning and Communication

  • Business Continuity Plans

  • Recovery

  • Evaluation of Business Continuity Documentation and Capabilities
     

Module 29: Performance Evaluation, Monitoring, and Measurement of a BCMS

  • Performance Evaluation, Monitoring, and Measurement of a BCMS

  • Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

  • Identifying Indicators of an Organisation

  • Critical Success Factors (CSFs)

  • Writing an Effective Critical Success Factor

  • CSFs for Strategic Planning

  • Performance Evaluation

  • Case Study: Telefonica

  • Cutting Complexity

  • Taking Actions
     

Module 30: Development of Metrics, Performance Indicators, and Dashboards

  • Development of Metrics

  • KPI Dashboards

  • Steps to Create KPI Dashboards
     

Module 31: Internal Audit and Management Review of a BCMS

  • Internal Audit

  • Introduction to Management Review

  • Purpose of Management Review

  • Management Review Input

  • Management Review Outputs
     

Module 32: Improvement and Implementation of a Continual Improvement Program

  • Nonconformity and Corrective Action

  • Continual Improvement

    • Lifelong Learning

    • Tone from the Top

    • Let’s have a Plan

    • Second Opinion

    • Catching up

    • Takeaway
       

Module 33: Preparing for a BCMS Certification Audit

  • BCMS Certification Audit

    • Choose a Certification Body

    • Certification Audits

    • Surveillance Visits
       

Module 34: Development of a BCMS and Business Continuity Policies

  • Development of a BCMS

    • Steps for Development of a BCMS

  • Business Continuity Policies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What topics are covered in the ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Course?

The course covers the ISO 22301 framework, BCMS design, risk assessment, business impact analysis, continuity planning, testing, and certification preparation.

Q. How does ISO 22301 certification benefit my career?

ISO 22301 certification validates your ability to implement a BCMS, enhancing your credentials as a business continuity expert and increasing your career opportunities globally.

Q. Is ISO 22301 recognised internationally?

Yes, ISO 22301 is an internationally recognised standard for business continuity, applicable across industries worldwide.

Q. What is the format of the ISO 22301 certification exam?

The exam consists of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions testing your knowledge of BCMS implementation and ISO 22301 requirements.

Q. What support is provided during the training?

To ensure successful course completion, Learners receive a complete set of study materials, practical exercises, and guidance from expert instructors.

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