A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 22301 for Senior Budget and Application Project Leaders
Build unshakeable continuity planning expertise into your core delivery framework
$199 one-time
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Being overlooked when critical continuity work is assigned
The situation this course is for
High-impact escalations from M&A, regulatory, or peer teams often bypass even the most experienced project and budget leaders when continuity frameworks aren't deeply internalized. Without recognized mastery of ISO 22301, top-tier work defaults to others.
Who this is for
Senior project and budget managers in regulated financial institutions who lead application delivery and cost planning, and who are positioned to take ownership of business continuity workflows
Who this is not for
Entry-level coordinators, consultants selling generic compliance, or leaders focused only on IT disaster recovery without financial or program integration
What you walk away with
- Direct routing of M&A integration continuity plans to your inbox
- Regulator-facing business continuity submissions prepared under your guidance
- Escalations from peer teams automatically copied to you as the continuity subject-matter owner
- Ability to translate ISO 22301 requirements into budget-resilient project timelines
- Documented decision trail that survives leadership changes and audit cycles
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 22301 Scope in Financial Services
Define the boundaries of business continuity management specific to government-sponsored enterprises and capital program cycles.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 22301 Covers in GSE Context
- Exclusions Relevant to Budget Teams
- Linking Continuity to Capital Planning
- Mapping to Regulator Expectations
- Defining Internal Stakeholders
- Timing Against Fiscal Cycles
- Documenting Assumptions
- Integration with Application Lifecycle
- Thresholds for Escalation
- Ownership Models
- Internal Audit Alignment
- Baseline Reporting Templates
Module 2. Establishing Business Impact Analysis
Conduct precise impact assessments that align application downtime with budget risk and program delivery timelines.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying Critical Applications
- Downtime Cost Per Hour
- Recovery Time Objectives
- Financial Impact Scenarios
- Data Sensitivity Tiers
- Vendor Dependencies
- Cross-Team Impact Mapping
- Prioritizing Functional Units
- Interviewing Stakeholders
- Documenting RTO and RPO
- Validation Workshops
- BIA Output Templates
Module 3. Risk Assessment Integration
Embed ISO 22301 risk logic into existing budget and project risk reviews without creating parallel efforts.
12 chapters in this module
- Threat Sources in Financial IT
- Likelihood Rating Framework
- Asset-Based Risk Scoring
- Existing Controls Inventory
- Gap Analysis Process
- Risk Treatment Options
- Cost-Benefit of Controls
- Residual Risk Reporting
- Integration with SOX Reviews
- Third-Party Risk Alignment
- Risk Register Templates
- Executive Summary Formats
Module 4. Continuity Strategy Development
Design recovery strategies that respect budget constraints and application architecture realities.
12 chapters in this module
- Recovery Prioritization Matrix
- Budget-Aligned Workaround Plans
- Cloud vs On-Premise Strategies
- Alternate Site Selection Criteria
- Resource Mobilization Plan
- Workforce Availability Plans
- Data Replication Tiers
- Vendor Recovery SLAs
- Cost of Delay Modeling
- Decision Trees for Activation
- Strategy Validation Methods
- Approval Workflow Design
Module 5. Incident Response Structure
Define clear roles and escalation paths that integrate with existing project governance.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident Classification Levels
- Initial Response Triggers
- Crisis Communication Plan
- Team Activation Protocols
- External Reporting Obligations
- Legal and Regulatory Coordination
- Stakeholder Notification List
- Media Inquiry Handling
- Internal Status Updates
- Post-Incident Review Timing
- Documentation Requirements
- Response Playbook Format
Module 6. Business Continuity Procedures
Build actionable, role-specific procedures that are usable during high-pressure events.
12 chapters in this module
- Step-by-Step Recovery Actions
- Role Assignments and Backup
- Contact Trees and Alerts
- Facility Access Plans
- Application Recovery Order
- Data Restoration Steps
- Budget Override Triggers
- Vendor Call Protocols
- Documentation During Crisis
- Handover to Stabilization Team
- Checklist Integration
- Procedure Testing Frequency
Module 7. Exercising the Plan
Run credible, low-disruption tests that prove readiness without halting delivery.
12 chapters in this module
- Test Objectives Setting
- Types of Exercises
- Stakeholder Involvement
- Tabletop Scenario Design
- Simulation Logistics
- Performance Metrics
- Gap Tracking
- Reporting Results
- Follow-Up Actions
- Executive Observation
- Documentation Updates
- Annual Cycle Planning
Module 8. Maintenance and Continuous Improvement
Keep the plan alive through integration with budget and change management cycles.
12 chapters in this module
- Change Control Integration
- Version Control Process
- Review Triggers
- Budget Cycle Alignment
- Post-Event Updates
- Audit Findings Integration
- Feedback Loops
- Performance Dashboard
- Plan Modernization
- Stakeholder Surveys
- Document Retention
- Archive Procedures
Module 9. Integration with Financial Resilience
Link continuity planning directly to budget reserves and financial risk reporting.
12 chapters in this module
- Continuity Funding Models
- Contingency Budget Lines
- Insurance Alignment
- Loss Estimation Framework
- Regulatory Capital Impact
- Stress Testing Integration
- Liquidity Planning
- Crisis Payroll Planning
- Vendor Payment Continuity
- Financial Controls During Outage
- Reporting to Finance Leadership
- Audit Trail Requirements
Module 10. Cross-Functional Escalation Management
Position yourself as the go-to for peer-team escalations requiring continuity input.
12 chapters in this module
- Escalation Triage Framework
- Routing to Subject Matter Experts
- M&A Transition Integration
- Vendor Outage Coordination
- Legal Hold Procedures
- Regulatory Inquiry Response
- Executive Briefing Templates
- Interdepartmental Agreements
- Conflict Resolution Path
- Documentation Standards
- Follow-Up Tracking
- Lessons Learned Integration
Module 11. Regulator-Facing Submission Preparation
Own the development of continuity reports submitted to federal and state agencies.
12 chapters in this module
- Regulatory Reporting Schedules
- Content Requirements
- Internal Approval Workflow
- Audit Trail Compilation
- Evidence Packaging
- Executive Summary Drafting
- Response to Inquiries
- Cross-Agency Alignment
- Historical Trend Reporting
- Gap Disclosure Language
- Submission Templates
- Post-Submission Review
Module 12. Sustaining Leadership Visibility
Maintain executive awareness of continuity performance without overburdening teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive Dashboard Design
- KPIs for Senior Leaders
- Incident After-Action Reports
- Annual Review Presentations
- Media Preparation
- Board-Level Summary (Internal Use)
- Success Story Compilation
- Benchmarking Against Peers
- Continuous Communication Plan
- Recognition of Team Efforts
- Strategic Roadmap Input
- Leadership Feedback Loop
How this maps to your situation
- New M&A activity requiring rapid continuity integration
- Regulatory review cycle approaching
- Peer-team escalation bottleneck
- Leadership transition with continuity knowledge gaps
Before vs. after
Before
Waiting for others to recognize your readiness to lead continuity-critical work
After
M&A reviews, regulator-facing packets, and peer escalations land on your desk first
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion within 6 weeks while maintaining regular workload.
If nothing changes
Without clear ownership of ISO 22301 implementation, critical continuity work defaults to others, diminishing your influence on high-impact initiatives even when you have the right expertise.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program targets the intersection of budget leadership, application project execution, and ISO 22301 mastery, ensuring you’re not just compliant, but first in line for critical continuity work.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant to financial services and government-sponsored enterprises?
Yes, every module is framed within the context of regulated financial institutions and capital planning cycles.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course include templates I can use immediately?
Yes, every module includes downloadable templates and worked examples applicable to your current role.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion within 6 weeks while maintaining regular workload..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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