ISO 22301:2019 – Business Continuity Management Systems BCMS

Name: ISO 22301:2019 – Business Continuity Management Systems BCMS
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Master Business Continuity With ISO 22301: Risk Assessment, BIA, Recovery Planning, Audit Prep, And Certification Guida

Created byMayfair Real Estate Institute

Last updated 6/2025

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What you'll learn

Understand The Core Principles Of Business Continuity And The Purpose Of ISO 22301:2019
Identify Organizational Risks And Perform A Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
Develop And Implement Business Continuity Strategies Aligned With ISO 22301 Requirements
Design Effective Recovery Plans, Emergency Procedures, And Communication Protocols
Monitor, Audit, And Continually Improve A Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
Prepare For ISO 22301 Certification And Understand The Audit And Compliance Process

Course content

6 sections • 28 lectures • 2h 23m total length

What Is ISO 22301:2019?5:43
Explore ISO 22301:2019, the standard for business continuity management systems, guiding organizations through context, leadership, planning, operation, and improvement to prepare for disruptions with bia, risk assessment, and testing.
The Importance of Business Continuity Management (BCM)4:44
History and Evolution of the Standard ISO 223017:08
Key Terms and Definitions in BCMS5:49
Who Should Implement ISO 22301?7:39
Resource: Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Template0:15
Understanding ISO 22301 & Business Continuity

Structure and Clauses of ISO 22301: High-Level Overview7:02
Clause 4: Context of the Organization7:41
Clause 5: Leadership and Commitment5:11
Lead from the top to embed the bcms into strategy, allocate resources, and align continuity goals with the business's risk and resilience. Define clear roles and use a raci matrix.
Clause 6: Planning for the BCMS7:00
Analyze risks and opportunities, define measurable objectives, plan actions, and manage change to keep the BCMS aligned with context and strategic goals.

What Is Risk Assessment in BCM?6:12
Performing a Business Impact Analysis (BIA)5:44
Conduct a structured business impact analysis to identify critical activities and dependencies, scope the assessment, and define MTD, RTO, and RPO for prioritized recovery.
Linking Risk and BIA to Business Continuity Strategy4:26
Identifying Legal and Regulatory Requirements4:44
Identify and comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements to protect operations and ensure accountability. Use risk assessment to identify threats, likelihood, and vulnerabilities and plan for scenarios.
Risk Assessment & Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
Resource: Risk Assessment Matrix Template0:16

Developing Business Continuity Strategies6:00
Selecting and Implementing Risk Mitigation Measures4:45
Resources Required for Continuity and Recovery5:26
Identify and secure essential resources to turn continuity plans into action. Highlight six categories—people, facilities, IT and systems, data and apps, suppliers, and communications—and show their relevance to RTO/RPO.
Example: Strategy for IT Disruption or Cyberattacks4:24

Clause 8: Operational Requirements of ISO 223013:48
Creating and Managing Business Continuity Procedures4:45
Activate your business continuity procedures to guide who to notify, what actions to take, and which systems to restore first, using the five minute recovery map.
Establishing Response Structures and Roles6:18
Incident Response Plans and Communication Protocols6:02
Operational Planning and Control

Requirements

No Prior Experience With ISO Standards Or Business Continuity Is Required
A General Understanding Of Business Operations Or Risk Management Is Helpful

Description

In today’s unpredictable world, organizations must be prepared to continue operations despite disruptions. ISO 22301:2019 is the international standard for establishing a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), providing a structured framework to protect, prepare for, and recover from crises.

This course offers a comprehensive yet practical guide to ISO 22301:2019. Whether you’re aiming for certification, managing risk, or building organizational resilience, this training will equip you with the knowledge and tools to implement and maintain a strong BCMS.

We begin by exploring the fundamentals of business continuity and the structure of ISO 22301. You’ll learn how to assess risks, conduct a Business Impact Analysis (BIA), and create response strategies that align with your business objectives. We’ll also cover operational planning, performance monitoring, internal audits, continual improvement, and everything you need to know about preparing for an ISO 22301 audit.

You’ll explore:

ISO 22301 structure, clauses, and terminology
Risk assessment and Business Impact Analysis techniques
Business continuity strategies and recovery planning
Internal audit and performance evaluation requirements
Real-world scenarios and templates for faster implementation
Certification and audit readiness tips

No prior experience with ISO standards is required. This course is ideal for professionals in risk management, compliance, operations, or anyone responsible for organizational continuity.

Who this course is for:

This course is ideal for business continuity managers, risk professionals, compliance officers, IT and operations leaders, and anyone responsible for ensuring organizational resilience. It's also a great fit for students and professionals preparing for ISO 22301 certification or seeking to implement BCMS best practices in their organization.

ISO 22301:2019 – Business Continuity Management Systems BCMS

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Introduction to ISO 22301 & Business Continuity6 lectures • 31min

Understanding the ISO 22301 Framework4 lectures • 27min

Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis (BIA)5 lectures • 21min

Business Continuity Strategies & Solutions4 lectures • 21min

Operational Planning and Control4 lectures • 21min

Monitoring, Auditing & Continual Improvement5 lectures • 22min

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