Auditor of the Business continuity management systems (ISO 22301, ISO 19011, ISO 17021, Rules of SIC)

This online course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct external audits of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301:2019 and ISO 19011:2018 standards.

Participants will gain knowledge into various BCMS components, as well as the roles and responsibilities of external auditors in planning and conducting audits, reporting, planning and monitoring activities, and implementing measures and actions based on audit results.

To enhance understanding, all course slides are voiced. Real-life cases will help participants better apply theory in practice. Structured information is divided into modules, making the learning process even more efficient.

External audits are crucial for ensuring business continuity. They help identify weak points in business continuity plans and provides recommendations for improving recovery strategies and plans to protect operations from future failures. Regular external audits ensure compliance with normative requirements and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures.

This course is an essential step for those aspiring to become highly qualified auditors and make a significant contribution to enhancing their company’s business continuity management system.

Course program

Duration

36 hours

Language

English/Ukrainian

Format

100% online

Objectives

• Understand the BCMS implementation principles in accordance with the requirements of ISO 22301

• Get a complete understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques necessary for the effective management of the BCMS

• Gain knowledge in identifying risks and opportunities associated with the BCMS

• Understand the relationship between the BCMS and compliance with the requirements of various stakeholders of the organization

• Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to advise organizations on the best management and external audit practices

• Get familiar with all stages of preparing and carrying out an external audit

• Get the knowledge necessary to manage the BCMS audit team

• Understand the operation of the BCMS in accordance with ISO 22301

• Improve the ability to analyze the external and external environments of the organization and decision-making in the context of the BCMS

Target audience

• External auditors

• Project managers and consultants who wish to become familiar with the BCMS audit process

• Members of the BCMS Implementation Team

• Professionals who wish to gain in-depth knowledge of the BCMS

• Professionals involved in daily maintenance of the BCMS processes

• Students of specialized faculties

Document on completion

BCMS External Auditor Certificate, listed in the SIC international register

Thematic plan

The course program includes 2 modules:

1 Business continuity management systems (ISO 22301)

2 External audit (ISO 19011)

The program is designed for 21 hours, including time for studying theoretical material and taking tests.

Objectives

Module 1 Business continuity management systems (ISO 22301)

Number of hours

1.1 Introduction 1,5
1.2 General provisions of the standard 2
1.3 Organization context 2
1.4 Leadership 2
1.5 Planning 2
1.6 Support 1,5
1.7 Functioning 5
1.8 Performance evaluation 2,5
1.9 Improvement 1
  Testing 1
Module 2 External audit (ISO 19011)

Number of hours

1.1

Introduction

1,5

1.2

General provisions of the standard

2

1.3

Organization context

2

1.4

Leadership

2

1.5

Planning

2

1.6

Provision (resources)

1,5

1.7

Functioning

5

1.8

Performance evaluation

2,5

1.9

Improvement 

1

 

Testing

1