Fundamentals of Business Continuity Management

Course description:

This course aims to discuss Business Continuity Management (BCM) concepts from an implementer's perspective using best practices and frameworks such as ISO 22301:2019 (Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Requirements). The ISO 22301:2019 is the standard that establishes the process, principles and terminology for BCM. This course will help the participants in implementing and managing their own business continuity management system aligned with best practices and standards.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the course, participants must be able to

1. Understand key concepts and principles of BCM

2. Comprehend the importance of BCM components and its relevance to the enterprise

3. Gain understanding on key principles of BCM standards and other related frameworks such as ISO 22301:2019

4. Know roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders of BCM

5. Understand the BCM process

6. Understand the common tools used in implementing BCM processes such as business impact analysis (BIA) and risk assessment

Scope:

This two half-day course will cover concepts and approaches of BCM implementation. It will cover topics ranging from the basic principles of BCM, formulation of BIA and risk assessment as well as the pointers in formulating the BCP. This course will not cover discussions of existing regulations or compliance matters.

Training Methodology:

Lecture and Open Discussion (virtual)

Course Outline:

a. BCM Fundamentals

A discussion of concepts and processes aims to introduce the major concepts and principles of BCM. This phase will provide the salient features of ISO 22301:2019. It will also discuss the relevance and provide guidelines on each critical phase as well as the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders.

• Introduction of the BCM framework

• BCM and Operational Risk Management

• BCM Roles and Responsibilities

• BCMS following ISO 22301:2019

• Establishing the BCMS

• BIA fundamentals

• Risk assessment process

• BCM pointers

b. The Business Continuity Plan

This portion aims to discuss the details on the common contents of a BCP following principles outlined in frameworks and standards such as ISO 22301:2019.

• Plan overview and objectives

• BCM policies

• Authority, Roles and Responsibilities

• Communication

• Response/Recovery/Restoration Activities

• Types of Contingencies

• Organization, Administration and Support

• Vital Records and Paper Documentation

• Salvage Considerations

• Exercising Strategies

• Plan Maintenance

• Awareness and Training Activities

Resource Speaker:

Mr. Dickenson Y. Africa

Deputy Director

Head of Business Continuity Management Group

Risk & Compliance Office

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

April 1, 2023

Saturday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Training Fee per Participant:

From Member Institution – P 2,800.00

From Non-Member Institution – P 3,920.00

**VAT inclusive