Course Description

The PECB ISO 22301 Foundation course provides a comprehensive introduction to the ISO 22301 standard for Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS). This course is designed to give participants a fundamental understanding of the principles and requirements of ISO 22301, which helps organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents.
Participants will learn about the structure of ISO 22301, key concepts related to business continuity, and how to implement a BCMS effectively. The course also prepares individuals to understand the roles and responsibilities associated with business continuity and lays the foundation for further certification in business continuity management.

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand ISO 22301: Comprehend the purpose, scope, and key concepts of ISO 22301 and its relevance to business continuity.
2. Recognize BCMS Components: Identify the components of a Business Continuity Management System and understand their roles and functions.
3. Implement BCMS Principles: Learn how to apply the principles of ISO 22301 to develop and maintain a BCMS.
4. Assess Risks and Impacts: Understand how to perform business impact analyses and risk assessments.
5. Prepare for Certification: Prepare for the PECB ISO 22301 Foundation examination and gain certification.

Detailed Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Business Continuity and ISO 22301 (8 Hours)
• Overview of Business Continuity
o Definition and importance of business continuity
o Key concepts and principles of business continuity management
• Introduction to ISO 22301
o Understanding ISO 22301:2019 standard
o Structure and key components of the standard
o Relationship with other standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 27001)
• Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
o Key elements and requirements of a BCMS
o Roles and responsibilities in business continuity

Day 2: Planning and Implementing BCMS (8 Hours)
• Context of the Organization and Leadership
o Understanding the organizational context and the needs of interested parties
o Leadership and commitment in BCMS
• Planning for Business Continuity
o Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk Assessment
o Developing business continuity objectives and plans
o Risk treatment and mitigation strategies
• Support and Operation
o Resources, competencies, and awareness
o Communication and documentation requirements
o Implementing and operating the BCMS

Day 3: Performance Evaluation, Improvement, and Certification (8 Hours)
• Performance Evaluation
o Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation of the BCMS
o Internal audits and management reviews
• Improvement
o Nonconformity and corrective action
o Continual improvement processes
• Certification and Exam Preparation
o Understanding the certification process for ISO 22301
o Preparation for the PECB ISO 22301 Foundation examination
o Review of key concepts and examination strategies
Certification:
• Participants will receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
• Preparation for the PECB ISO 22301 Foundation examination, which is required for certification.

Course Duration: 3 Days (24 Hours)