ISO 22301 Foundation Training Course

The ISO 22301 Foundation Training Course is designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) framework based on ISO 22301:2019. This foundation-level course introduces the management system approach, core principles, and key requirements of ISO 22301, enabling organizations to enhance their ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents.

This training is ideal for professionals seeking a strong knowledge base before progressing to advanced ISO 22301 training programs, such as Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor courses. While this course does not focus on auditing skills, it serves as an essential introduction for individuals involved in the development, implementation, and management of a BCMS.

Course Information

The ISO 22301 Foundation Training provides a structured overview of business continuity concepts and the requirements of ISO 22301:2019. Participants gain insight into how a BCMS supports organizational resilience, risk management, and continual improvement.
On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the purpose of a Business Continuity Management System and its business benefits
• Understand the role of ISO 22301 within organizational resilience and risk management
• Outline the structure and content of ISO 22301:2019
• Explain the key business continuity requirements of the standard
• Understand the relationship between BCMS processes and organizational objectives
• Recognize the importance of continual improvement in business continuity management

Course Certification

At the end of the training, participants are required to successfully complete a continuous assessment.
Upon successful completion, a Certificate of Completion is issued.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, participants are expected to have basic knowledge of the following areas:

Management Systems:

• The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle
• Core elements of a management system and their interaction
• Management responsibility, policy, planning, implementation, performance evaluation, review, and continual improvement

 

Business Continuity Management:

• Basic understanding of business continuity concepts
• Familiarity with business impact analysis (BIA) and risk assessment
• Awareness of business continuity strategies, plans, and procedures

Audience

This course is suitable for individuals involved in or supporting business continuity activities, including:
Business owners and senior management

• Business continuity managers and coordinators
• Risk management and compliance professionals
• IT, operations, and facility management teams
• Quality, governance, and management system professionals
• Consultants and advisors supporting BCMS initiatives

Advantages of ISO 22301 Foundation Training

• Builds a strong foundation in business continuity management principles
• Enhances understanding of ISO 22301 requirements and structure
• Supports organizational resilience and preparedness
• Prepares participants for advanced ISO 22301 training and certification
• Strengthens risk awareness and continuity planning capabilities
• Promotes a culture of preparedness and continual improvement

Trusted ISO 22301 Training from a Leading Course Provider

Our ISO 22301 Foundation Training is delivered by experienced instructors and subject matter experts with practical industry knowledge. The course combines structured learning with real-world insights to ensure participants gain relevant and applicable understanding of business continuity management.

Our training programs are designed to support both organizational resilience and individual professional development, helping organizations and professionals build competence and long-term value.