ISO 22301 Business Continuity Foundation - Training Course

The ISO 22301 Foundation training course introduces participants to the fundamental concepts, principles, and requirements of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301. This course provides a strong foundation for understanding how organizations establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve business continuity processes to minimize operational disruptions and strengthen organizational resilience.

Participants will gain practical knowledge of ISO 22301 requirements, including business continuity policies, leadership commitment, internal audits, management reviews, and continual improvement processes. After completing the training course and passing the certification exam, participants may apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22301 Foundation” credential, validating their understanding of business continuity management principles and frameworks.

Why Should You Attend?

Organizations today face increasing operational disruptions caused by cybersecurity incidents, natural disasters, system failures, supply chain interruptions, and other unexpected events. A well-designed Business Continuity Management System helps organizations maintain operations, reduce downtime, and improve resilience during crises.

This training course helps participants:

• Understand the fundamental principles of Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS)
• Learn the core requirements of ISO 22301
• Understand the structure and implementation of a BCMS
• Gain knowledge of organizational resilience and continuity planning
• Learn approaches organizations use to achieve ISO 22301 conformity
• Prepare for the PECB ISO 22301 Foundation certification exam

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Managers and consultants seeking knowledge of business continuity principles
• Professionals seeking to understand ISO 22301 requirements for a BCMS
• Individuals involved in or responsible for business continuity activities
• Professionals pursuing a career in business continuity management

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the principles and concepts of Business Continuity Management Systems
• Explain the primary ISO 22301 requirements for a BCMS
• Identify approaches organizations use to achieve conformity with ISO 22301
• Understand the role of continual improvement within business continuity management

Educational Approach

This participant-centered training course combines theoretical instruction with practical examples and interactive discussions.

Participants benefit from:

• Lecture sessions supported by graphics and practical examples
• Interactive discussions and participant engagement
• Quizzes designed to reinforce learning objectives
• Exam-focused preparation aligned with the certification examination structure

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites required to participate in this training course.

Supporting Organizational Resilience Through Business Continuity Management

The ISO 22301 Foundation training course helps organizations improve operational resilience by introducing professionals to the principles and practices of business continuity management.

Participants gain practical knowledge that supports organizational preparedness, risk reduction, recovery planning, and continual improvement initiatives. Understanding ISO 22301 requirements enables organizations to strengthen continuity strategies, improve response capabilities, and maintain stakeholder confidence during operational disruptions.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Introduction to the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and ISO 22301
Day 2: Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and certification exam

Examination

The “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22301 Foundation” exam complies with the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP).

The examination covers the following competency domains:

• Fundamental principles and concepts of a Business Continuity Management System
• ISO 22301 requirements for a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

Certificate Requirements

After successfully passing the exam, participants may apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22301 Foundation” certificate.

The requirements for the ISO 22301 Foundation certificate are as follows:

Training Formats

Self-Study
Self-paced training that includes official course materials, practical examples, exercises, quizzes, and standard documentation without instructor-led video presentations.

eLearning
Self-paced online training that includes official course materials along with video presentations and explanations delivered by a PECB Certified Trainer.

General Information

• Certification and examination fees are included in the course price
• Participants receive training materials containing over 200 pages of explanatory information, examples, discussion topics, and quizzes
• Participants who complete the course receive an attestation worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits
• Candidates who do not pass the exam may retake it once within 12 months free of charge