BC150: BCMS Auditor/Lead Auditor ISO 22301:2019 (IRCA™ 2585)

Agenda:

• The foundation is ISO 22301 (requirements standard) and ISO 22313 (guidance).
  
  
• Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to:
  
  
  • Lead an audit for a Business Continuity Management System
    
    
  • Create an internal audit program
    
    
  • Conduct an audit for a Business Continuity Management System
    
    
  • Illustrate the different purposes of ISO 22301 (requirements standard) and ISO 22313 (guidance)
    
    
  • Explain the requirements of ISO 22301
    
    
  • understand the Business Continuity Management Code of Practice
    
    
  • present deviations in a concise audit report
    
    
  • plan the opening and closing of meetings
    
    
  • successfully conduct audit interviews and communication
    
    
  • The course concludes with an English examination.
    
    
• Note: An English/German dictionary may be used during the examination and is recommended. Participants must bring their own.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Objectives:

In this course, you will learn

• the purpose of a Business Continuity Management System and its benefits for business operations,
• the applicable standards regarding Business Continuity Management Systems,
• the principles and methods to independently conduct an audit according to the standards of the Business Continuity Management System,
• the role of independent third-party certification,
• the role and responsibilities of an auditor,
• the audit process from planning, execution to the audit report in accordance with ISO 22301 in conjunction with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021.

Through a series of role plays, self-study aids, group workshops, and open discussions, participants will be equipped with the necessary auditor tools, knowledge, and skills.

Target audience:

The courses are aimed at all those who

• want to establish a formal Business Continuity Management System in accordance with ISO 22301:2019
• want to expand their knowledge and skills as an auditor
• are working as a Business Continuity Manager (BCI, DRII)
• want to provide consultancy for ISO 22301:2019 certifications

Prerequisites:

Knowledge in the area of Business Continuity and requirements from ISO 22301.
Among others, knowledge of the following Business Continuity concepts must be present:

• Objectives and benefits of a Business Impact Analysis
• Risk analysis and assessment
• Business Continuity strategies
• Business Continuity response options
• BCMS success metrics, monitoring, and performance measurement
• Exercise and testing methods

The participant should have attended an ISO 22301 implementation course or possess equivalent prior knowledge. The participant must bring adequate standard knowledge. Failure to meet the course prerequisites may negatively affect the continuous assessment. Passing the continuous assessment is a prerequisite for the successful completion of the course. Prior knowledge may be part of the written examination at the end of the course.

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