Procurement and Contract Management Essentials Training Course

The Business Impact Analysis (BIA) employs a structured methodology to identify and evaluate the criticality of organisational processes during disruptions.

This consulting engagement is designed for operational and administrative leaders who aim to map, analyse, and document business processes to enhance continuity and resilience.

Upon completion of this engagement, the organisation will be able to:

• Identify critical processes within Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality domains.
• Evaluate the operational, financial, legal, and reputational impacts of potential disruptions.
• Establish recovery priorities (RTO and RPO) for critical processes.
• Develop a process criticality matrix and provide recommendations for continuity planning.

Engagement Format

• Kick-off and scoping sessions.
• Workshops with process owners.
• Analysis of real-life cases and data collection.
• Group sessions to construct causal and impact diagrams.
• Drafting and presentation of the BIA report.

Evaluation Criteria

• Active participation in workshops and data collection (20%).
• Contribution to impact analysis and scenario discussions (40%).
• Validation and feedback on the draft BIA report (40%).

Customisation Options

• To request adjustments to the scope of this engagement, please contact us to arrange.

Why should you attend?

This training course is designed to assist participants in understanding the fundamental concepts and principles of a business continuity management system (BCMS) based on ISO 22301. By attending this course, participants will gain insight into the structure and requirements of the standard, including the BCMS policy, top management’s commitment, internal audit, management review, and the continual improvement process.

Upon completing the training course, you may sit for the exam. If you successfully pass it, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22301 Foundation” credential. A PECB Foundation certificate demonstrates that you possess knowledge of the fundamental concepts, principles, methodologies, requirements, framework, and management approach used in business continuity.

Who should attend?

• Individuals involved in business continuity
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of business continuity management systems (BCMS)
• Individuals interested in pursuing a career in business continuity

Learning objectives

• Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 22301 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Understand the components and operation of a BCMS based on ISO 22301 and its principal processes
• Understand the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and management of a BCMS

Educational approach

• Lecture sessions include discussion questions and examples.
• The exercises include multiple-choice quizzes.
• Participants are encouraged to interact, engage in discussion, and complete quizzes.
• Quizzes are similar to the certificate exam.

The ISO 22301 introductory training course allows you to grasp the fundamental concepts of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS).

By participating in this ISO 22301 Introduction course, you will appreciate the significance of a Business Continuity Management System and the advantages it offers to organisations, communities, and government entities.

Who is this for?

• Individuals with an interest in Business Continuity Management
• Those wishing to learn about the core processes of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

Learning outcomes

• Grasp the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques employed to implement a Business Continuity Management System
• Understand the foundational components of a Business Continuity Management System

Upon completing the training course, you may sit for the examination. If you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the 'Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer' credential. This internationally recognised certificate demonstrates your professional capability and practical knowledge to implement a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) in line with ISO 22301 requirements within an organisation.

Who should attend?

• Project managers and consultants involved in business continuity
• Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of the business continuity management system
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with BCMS requirements within an organisation
• Members of the BCMS team

Learning objectives

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a BCMS
• Learn how to interpret and implement the requirements of ISO 22301 within the specific context of an organisation
• Understand the operation of the business continuity management system and its processes based on ISO 22301
• Acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organisation in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and continually improving a BCMS

Educational approach

• This training course is based on theory, implementation best practices, and ISO 22301 requirements useful for the implementation of a BCMS.
• Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical exercises based on a case study which includes role-playing and discussions.
• Participants are encouraged to interact and engage in discussions and exercises.
• The exercises are similar to the certification exam.

General Information

• Certification fees are included in the exam price. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to book the exam.
• Participants will be provided with training material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
• An Attendance Record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
• In the event that candidates fail the exam, they may retake it within 12 months of the initial attempt at no additional cost.

The SECO Institute Business Continuity Foundation certificate is grounded in ISO/IEC 22301 and encompasses the fundamental principles of business continuity. This certification validates that you have built a robust understanding of the critical theoretical and practical elements involved in maintaining business operations.

This training course is essential for anyone aiming to develop themselves into a Business Continuity Specialist. With this certification, you validate your knowledge of the Business Continuity Process and demonstrate to your organisation that you can effectively practice what you preach.

To obtain this certification, you attend the Business Continuity Practitioner training course at NobleProg. Subsequently, you book your exam at SECO.