Audience
The course is aimed at internal and external auditors, consultants, risk management and continuity managers, managers and advisors involved in or responsible for business continuity in organizations. It is suitable for those who want expertise in auditing and ensuring that a business's business continuity management systems (BCMS) comply with the ISO 22301 standard. The course is relevant for both small and large organizations in all industries who wish to document, verify or certify their readiness and ability to deal with interruptions.
Learning objectives
Participants will learn basic principles and concepts for a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301. They must be able to interpret the requirements of the standard from an audit/auditor perspective. The course also provides knowledge of audit methodology in accordance with international auditing standards (ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1), enabling one to correctly plan, execute and conclude audits (internal or certification audits). In addition, participants will learn how to assess compliance, document observations, identify discrepancies, and evaluate effectiveness of BCMS.
After completing the course you will be able to
- Explain the basic principles and structure of a BCMS according to ISO 22301
- Interpreting ISO 22301 requirements from an audit/auditor perspective
- Planning, directing and conducting internal or external audits of BCMS in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1
- Assess whether an organization's business continuity management system complies with the standard
- Document audit findings, report discrepancies and make recommendations for corrective action
- Lead an audit program or audit team related to business continuity management
See accompanying documents and guidance for this course at this page. Please contact us if you have any other questions.
Read more about the course at PECB website, or download updated brochure for this course here.
PECB courses are conducted in PECB's own learning portal, with presentations, materials for self-study as well as video where available. After payment, you sign up for the course, and receive an email from PECB with registration link, normally within 24 hours of booking.
The price for courses (self-study and e-learning) includes one year of access. During this period, the examination, one new exam if necessary, as well as the issuance of a certificate are included.
If you choose not to attend courses and only want to take the exam, the exam and certificate must be paid separately. The payment is made directly to the PECB.