ISO 22301 Lead Implementer
Why Should You Attend?
Disasters have a profound impact on organizations, ranging from natural events to information security breaches and other unforeseen incidents. These situations are often unpredictable, underscoring the critical importance of preparedness for those pursuing an ISO 22301 Lead Implementer certification. This certification helps establish a foundation for distinguishing your business and shaping its resilient future. Proper planning is essential to mitigate risks, reduce consequences, and manage disruptions, all while ensuring the continuity of daily operations to meet customer needs without interruption.
Implementing a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301 can aid organizations in understanding and mitigating the effects of disasters, incidents, and risks. This training course is tailored to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to establish a BCMS in line with ISO 22301 standards. By participating, you’ll learn best practices in business continuity management, enabling the creation of a framework to ensure continued operational effectiveness during disruptive events.
After completing the training course, participants are eligible to take the exam. Successful candidates can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” credential, an internationally recognized certification demonstrating advanced skills in implementing a BCMS based on ISO 22301.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Managers and consultants involved in business continuity
- Individuals seeking to master BCMS implementation
- Professionals responsible for maintaining compliance with BCMS requirements
- Individuals handling roles and responsibilities related to the BCMS
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Explain fundamental concepts and principles of a BCMS based on ISO 22301.
- Interpret ISO 22301 requirements from an implementer’s perspective.
- Initiate and plan the implementation of a BCMS based on ISO 22301.
- Apply best practices to maintain and enhance the effectiveness of a BCMS.
- Interpret the requirements for an ISO 22301 certification audit.
Educational Approach
This training course provides:
- Theories and best practices for implementing a BCMS based on ISO 22301 requirements.
- Interactive sessions with trainers, encouraging questions and discussions.
- Quizzes with standalone and scenario-based questions to prepare for the certification exam.
Prerequisites
Participants should have a basic understanding of business continuity concepts and principles.
Course Agenda
- Day 1: Introduction to ISO 22301 and initiating BCMS implementation
- Day 2: BCMS implementation planning
- Day 3: Implementation of the BCMS
- Day 4: Performance evaluation, continual improvement, and certification audit preparation
- Day 5: Certification exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” exam aligns with PECB’s Examination and Certification Program (ECP) standards and includes the following competency domains:
- Domain 1: Principles and concepts of a BCMS
- Domain 2: Initiation of a BCMS implementation
- Domain 3: Planning BCMS implementation per ISO 22301
- Domain 4: Implementing a BCMS based on ISO 22301
- Domain 5: Evaluating BCMS performance
- Domain 6: Continual improvement of a BCMS
- Domain 7: Preparing for a BCMS certification audit
For specific details on exam format, available languages, and policies, please refer to the List of PECB Exams and Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
Participants who pass the exam can apply for one of the following credentials:
| Credential | Exam | Professional Experience | BCMS Project Experience | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Provisional Implementer | ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Exam | None | None | Sign the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Implementer | ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Exam | 2 years (1 year in Business Continuity Management) | 200 hours of project activities | Sign the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer | ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Exam | 5 years (2 years in Business Continuity Management) | 300 hours of project activities | Sign the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 22301 Senior Lead Implementer | ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Exam | 10 years (7 years in Business Continuity Management) | 1,000 hours of project activities | Sign the PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: Individuals with both Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials may qualify for the PECB Master Credential, provided they pass four additional Foundation Exams related to this scheme. For details, refer to the Master Credential Requirements on the PECB website.
BCMS implementation activities should follow best practices, including:
- Drafting and initiating a BCMS plan
- Implementing and monitoring BCMS processes
- Continually improving BCMS operations
General Information
- Course fees include certification and exam costs.
- Participants receive over 450 pages of content, practical examples, and quizzes.
- Upon completing the course, participants earn 31 CPD credits.
- Candidates who complete the training but do not pass the exam are eligible for a free retake within 12 months.
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