Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) & Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

ISO 22301 Business Continuity & Enterprise Risk Management

BCMS & ERM: Integrated Risk and Continuity Planning

Safeguarding Organisational Resilience Through Integrated Risk and Continuity Planning

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Platform:
Online
In-class
Date Venue Duration
19 - 23 October 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
30 November - 04 December 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
01 - 05 February 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
15 - 19 March 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
03 - 07 May 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days

Course Introduction

This intensive 5-day course delivers a comprehensive foundation in building and maintaining organisational resilience through robust risk management and planning. Participants will gain in-depth insights into business continuity, disaster recovery, and IT risk management, empowering them to strengthen decision-making in support of strategic business goals.

The course demystifies the key principles of IT security, risk assessment, and incident response — bridging the gap between technical risk and operational continuity. Through practical guidance and real-world case studies, delegates will learn how to translate business resilience frameworks into actionable plans, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and support seamless business operations.

By course completion, attendees will be equipped to create, implement, and test business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response plans, while developing an enterprise-wide risk management culture. The knowledge gained will enhance organisational trust, stakeholder confidence, and overall resilience.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Identify a broad spectrum of IT and organisational risks
  • Implement effective controls for cyber threats and vulnerabilities
  • Design, test, and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans
  • Define and manage Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO)
  • Apply ISO 22301 and other international standards in IT governance and resilience
  • Foster a culture of risk awareness and operational preparedness

Course Benefits

  • Integrating BCMS and ERM frameworks for comprehensive risk management
  • Understanding cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation
  • Developing incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies
  • Navigating global standards, including ISO 22301
  • Mastering the core principles of information security and resilience

Who should attend?

  • Risk Managers, Business Continuity and Resilience Professionals
  • IT Auditors, Cybersecurity Analysts, and Operations Managers
  • Senior Analysts, Project Managers, and Business Unit Leaders
  • Finance and Budget Decision-Makers
  • Legal Counsellors and Compliance Officers
  • Anyone Responsible for Risk, Compliance, or Continuity, Even Without an IT Background
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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS)
  • Business continuity concepts and the ISO 22301 standard
  • Developing strategies, policies, and controls
  • Key threats: cyberattacks, data breaches, natural disasters
  • Using AI-powered tools to detect emerging cyber threats faster
Day 2: IT Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Disaster scenarios: hacking, malware, outages
  • Recovery objectives and disaster recovery procedures
  • Mitigating unplanned outages and system failures
Day 3: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Fundamentals
  • ERM principles, frameworks, and processes
  • Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
  • Managing supply chain disruptions and governance challenges
Day 4: Integrating BCMS & ERM
  • Aligning continuity and risk management programmes
  • Business impact analysis, risk scenarios, and asset management
  • Strengthening controls through audits and risk registries
Day 5: Organisational Resilience
  • Embedding resilience across the enterprise
  • Incident response, crisis communication, and awareness training
  • Using AI to accelerate incident response and simulate disaster scenarios
  • Testing, simulation, and continual improvement

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FAQs – ISO 22301 Business Continuity & Enterprise Risk Management

Master ISO 22301 Business Continuity & Enterprise Risk Management to conduct business impact analyses, evaluate risks, execute incident responses, and strengthen organisational resilience.

What topics are covered in the ISO 22301 Business Continuity & Enterprise Risk Management course?
The course covers the ISO 22301 framework, Business Impact Analysis (BIA), risk assessment methodologies, developing Business Continuity Plans (BCP), incident response strategies, crisis management, testing and exercising continuity procedures, and embedding organizational resilience.
Who should attend the ISO 22301 Business Continuity & ERM training?
This training is ideal for risk managers, business continuity practitioners, IT disaster recovery specialists, compliance officers, operations managers, internal auditors, and executives responsible for safeguarding organizational operational resilience.
Does this course align with international standards and best practices?
Yes. The curriculum is directly aligned with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management Systems) and ISO 31000 (Risk Management Guidelines), providing globally recognized frameworks to identify operational threats and construct robust recovery strategies.
How long is the ISO 22301 Business Continuity & ERM course?
The program is structured as a practical, short-duration training masterclass (typically 2 to 3 days), focusing on practical templates, risk mapping tools, BIA exercises, and crisis scenario simulations.
What practical skills and tools will delegates gain from this course?
Delegates will learn to conduct comprehensive Business Impact Analyses, establish Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO), draft operational response protocols, structure crisis communications, and design effective disaster recovery drills.
Can Prospen Africa deliver this course as customized in-house training?
Yes. Prospen Africa can tailor the course content to focus on your industry’s specific operational risk profile, supply chain vulnerabilities, IT infrastructure dependencies, and regulatory compliance standards.

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