BUSINESS CONTINUITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (BCMS) BASED ON ISO 22301 – LEAD AUDITOR
“Mastering ISO 22301 Auditing Skills to Ensure Resilience and Continuity”
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 – 24 Apr 2025 | Manama, Bahrain | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Business disruption due to cyberattacks, natural disasters, or supply chain failures can severely affect an organization’s operations, finances, and reputation. ISO 22301 provides a globally recognized framework for building and auditing effective Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS).
This intensive 5-day Lead Auditor training equips professionals with the practical tools and techniques to assess, audit, and certify BCMS implementations in accordance with ISO 22301:2019. Participants will gain both a strategic understanding of business continuity and the auditing competencies required to lead internal or third-party audits.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand ISO 22301:2019 principles and BCMS structure
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on ISO 22301 audits
• Evaluate an organization’s ability to meet BCMS objectives
• Identify non-conformities and issue actionable audit findings
• Lead audit teams in a professional, evidence-based manner
Key Benefits of Attending
• Build formal auditing skills aligned with ISO 19011 and ISO 22301 standards
• Gain comprehensive knowledge of business continuity requirements
• Become eligible to conduct internal and external BCMS audits
• Add Lead Auditor certification to your professional credentials
• Support your organization in strengthening its continuity posture
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Internal and external auditors
• Risk and compliance managers
• Business continuity and resilience professionals
• Management system implementers and consultants
• Anyone seeking Lead Auditor certification under ISO 22301
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Audit planning, execution, and reporting
• Nonconformity classification and root cause analysis
• Evidence gathering, interviewing, and observation skills
• ISO 22301:2019 clauses and implementation requirements
• Communication, leadership, and objectivity in audits
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Ability to audit and improve BCMS processes internally or externally
• Support for ISO 22301 certification readiness
• Increased resilience and regulatory compliance
• Enhanced reputation for business continuity capability
• Consistent auditing practices aligned with global standards
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – ISO 22301 structure, context, and key audit clauses
• Case Studies – Audit failures, real-world disruptions, and BCMS responses
• Workshops – Audit planning, interview simulations, and finding documentation
• Peer Exchange – Experience sharing and audit scenario evaluations
• Tools – Audit checklists, sample reports, and non-conformity registers
Course Outline
Training Hours: 07:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Break: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Overview of Business Continuity and ISO 22301
Module 1: Understanding BCMS and ISO 22301 Requirements (07:30 – 09:30)
• The need for business continuity and key terms
• Clauses, controls, and Annex SL structure
Module 2: BCMS Planning and Context (09:45 – 11:15)
• Leadership, planning, and operational preparedness
Module 3: Workshop – Identify Business Continuity Gaps (11:30 – 01:00)
• Organizational context and stakeholder mapping
Day 2: Audit Principles and Planning
Module 4: ISO 19011 Guidelines for Auditing (07:30 – 09:30)
• Audit principles, roles, and competencies
Module 5: Planning and Scoping BCMS Audits (09:45 – 11:15)
• Defining audit scope, objectives, and criteria
Module 6: Workshop – Develop a BCMS Audit Plan (11:30 – 01:00)
• Audit agenda, team assignments, and risk-based planning
Day 3: Audit Execution Techniques
Module 7: Conducting On-site and Remote Audits (07:30 – 09:30)
• Interviews, observation, and document review
Module 8: Evidence Collection and Nonconformities (09:45 – 11:15)
• Types of evidence, major vs minor findings
Module 9: Workshop – Simulate an Audit Interview (11:30 – 01:00)
• Role-play auditor and auditee interaction
Day 4: Audit Reporting and Communication
Module 10: Writing Audit Findings and Reports (07:30 – 09:30)
• Report structure, clarity, and tone
Module 11: Closing Meetings and Corrective Actions (09:45 – 11:15)
• Effective feedback and follow-up procedures
Module 12: Workshop – Draft an Audit Report (11:30 – 01:00)
• Identify findings and propose corrective action
Day 5: Certification, Review, and Exam
Module 13: Certification Schemes and Auditor Registration (07:30 – 09:30)
• IRCA, CQI, PECB, and other auditor paths
Module 14: Review and Mock Audit Case Study (09:45 – 11:15)
• Team-based simulation of a full audit
Module 15: Final Examination and Closing (11:30 – 01:00)
• Knowledge assessment and certificate issuance
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) Based on ISO 22301 – Lead Auditor, demonstrating their ability to lead, assess, and improve BCMS audits in accordance with international standards.