Business Continuity, Auditing Plans Using ISO22301

Business Continuity, Auditing Plans Using ISO22301

Course Description

Introduction

 

Welcome to the Business Continuity and Auditing Plans Using ISO 22301 training course by Cambridge for Global Training. Business continuity planning is crucial for organisations to ensure resilience in the face of disruptions or crises. ISO 22301 provides a framework for establishing, implementing, and maintaining a business continuity management system (BCMS). This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to develop effective business continuity plans and conduct audits based on the ISO 22301 standard. Through practical exercises, case studies, and interactive discussions, learners will gain insights into the principles of business continuity management and auditing, enabling them to enhance organisational resilience and ensure business continuity.

 

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 22301 for business continuity management.
  • Learn how to develop and implement a business continuity management system (BCMS) aligned with ISO 22301.
  • Gain proficiency in conducting audits of BCMS according to ISO 22301 standards.
  • Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within an organisation and develop strategies for mitigation.
  • Enhance communication and coordination among stakeholders during business continuity planning and implementation.
  • Prepare for certification audits and compliance with ISO 22301 requirements.
  • Apply best practices in business continuity planning to ensure organisational resilience and continuity of operations.

 

Who Should Attend

 

  • Business continuity managers and coordinators responsible for developing and implementing business continuity plans.
  • Risk managers and professionals involved in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to business continuity.
  • Internal auditors seeking to expand their skills in auditing business continuity management systems.
  • Managers and executives interested in understanding the principles and benefits of business continuity planning.
  • Anyone involved in ensuring organisational resilience and continuity of operations, including crisis management teams.
Course Outline


Unit 1: Introduction to Business Continuity Management

 

  • Understanding the importance of business continuity planning
  • Overview of ISO 22301 and its key principles
  • Roles and responsibilities in business continuity management
  • Business impact analysis (BIA) and risk assessment
  • Business continuity planning process

 

Unit 2: Developing a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

 

  • Establishing BCMS policies, objectives, and procedures
  • Business continuity strategy development
  • Resource management for business continuity
  • Business continuity plan (BCP) development and implementation
  • Awareness and training for business continuity

 

Unit 3: Conducting Business Continuity Audits

 

  • Overview of auditing principles and methodologies
  • Planning and preparation for business continuity audits
  • Conducting audit fieldwork: documentation review, interviews, and observations
  • Identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement
  • Reporting audit findings and recommendations

 

Unit 4: Risk Assessment and Mitigation

 

  • Identifying risks and vulnerabilities to business continuity
  • Risk assessment methodologies and tools
  • Developing risk treatment plans and mitigation strategies
  • Business continuity exercises and testing
  • Continual improvement of the BCMS based on risk assessment findings

 

Unit 5: Business Continuity Planning and Certification

 

  • Coordinating business continuity planning with crisis management and incident response
  • Communication and coordination with stakeholders during disruptions
  • Preparing for certification audits and compliance with ISO 22301
  • Maintaining and continually improving the BCMS
  • Case studies and best practices in business continuity management and auditing
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Business Continuity, Auditing Plans Using ISO22301
REF code: A-1246
Date: 24 - 28 Jun 2024
City: Miami
Language: English
Price: 5500 £

Course Description

Introduction

 

Welcome to the Business Continuity and Auditing Plans Using ISO 22301 training course by Cambridge for Global Training. Business continuity planning is crucial for organisations to ensure resilience in the face of disruptions or crises. ISO 22301 provides a framework for establishing, implementing, and maintaining a business continuity management system (BCMS). This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to develop effective business continuity plans and conduct audits based on the ISO 22301 standard. Through practical exercises, case studies, and interactive discussions, learners will gain insights into the principles of business continuity management and auditing, enabling them to enhance organisational resilience and ensure business continuity.

 

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 22301 for business continuity management.
  • Learn how to develop and implement a business continuity management system (BCMS) aligned with ISO 22301.
  • Gain proficiency in conducting audits of BCMS according to ISO 22301 standards.
  • Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within an organisation and develop strategies for mitigation.
  • Enhance communication and coordination among stakeholders during business continuity planning and implementation.
  • Prepare for certification audits and compliance with ISO 22301 requirements.
  • Apply best practices in business continuity planning to ensure organisational resilience and continuity of operations.

 

Who Should Attend

 

  • Business continuity managers and coordinators responsible for developing and implementing business continuity plans.
  • Risk managers and professionals involved in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to business continuity.
  • Internal auditors seeking to expand their skills in auditing business continuity management systems.
  • Managers and executives interested in understanding the principles and benefits of business continuity planning.
  • Anyone involved in ensuring organisational resilience and continuity of operations, including crisis management teams.

Course Outline


Unit 1: Introduction to Business Continuity Management

  • Understanding the importance of business continuity planning
  • Overview of ISO 22301 and its key principles
  • Roles and responsibilities in business continuity management
  • Business impact analysis (BIA) and risk assessment
  • Business continuity planning process

Unit 2: Developing a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

  • Establishing BCMS policies, objectives, and procedures
  • Business continuity strategy development
  • Resource management for business continuity
  • Business continuity plan (BCP) development and implementation
  • Awareness and training for business continuity

Unit 3: Conducting Business Continuity Audits

  • Overview of auditing principles and methodologies
  • Planning and preparation for business continuity audits
  • Conducting audit fieldwork: documentation review, interviews, and observations
  • Identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement
  • Reporting audit findings and recommendations

Unit 4: Risk Assessment and Mitigation

  • Identifying risks and vulnerabilities to business continuity
  • Risk assessment methodologies and tools
  • Developing risk treatment plans and mitigation strategies
  • Business continuity exercises and testing
  • Continual improvement of the BCMS based on risk assessment findings

Unit 5: Business Continuity Planning and Certification

  • Coordinating business continuity planning with crisis management and incident response
  • Communication and coordination with stakeholders during disruptions
  • Preparing for certification audits and compliance with ISO 22301
  • Maintaining and continually improving the BCMS
  • Case studies and best practices in business continuity management and auditing
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