A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 22301 for Senior Program Managers in Defense and Aerospace
Build resilient program frameworks that stand up under operational stress
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
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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.
Continuity work that gets done but never seen
The situation this course is for
High-performing program managers deliver robust continuity plans, but without executive visibility, those efforts stay buried in execution. The same rigor that ensures mission readiness often fails to translate into recognition or influence beyond the immediate program. As a result, practitioners remain invisible to broader leadership conversations, despite managing critical resilience infrastructure.
Who this is for
Senior Program Manager in aerospace and defense, managing complex, compliance-intensive programs with a focus on operational continuity and regulatory alignment.
Who this is not for
Entry-level project coordinators, consultants without domain experience, or professionals outside regulated technical environments.
What you walk away with
- Own the full ISO 22301 continuity documentation lifecycle with confidence
- Produce executive-ready summaries that elevate program resilience to strategic priority
- Build audit-ready continuity frameworks in under 30 days
- Turn recovery time objectives into leadership-facing KPIs
- Create cross-program playbooks that survive team changes and leadership transitions
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of ISO 22301 in Regulated Environments
Establish the core principles of business continuity management systems within aerospace and defense contexts, focusing on regulatory alignment and mission-critical uptime.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining business continuity scope
- Regulatory drivers in defense sectors
- Mapping ISO 22301 to program lifecycle
- Identifying mission-critical functions
- Stakeholder roles in continuity planning
- Risk appetite and program tolerance
- Executive sponsorship models
- Program-level BIA execution
- Supply chain continuity risks
- Mission impact categorization
- Documentation hierarchy
- Version control for compliance
Module 2. Business Impact Analysis for High-Stakes Programs
Conduct structured, defensible BIAs that inform recovery priorities and leadership decision-making.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying critical program functions
- Defining maximum tolerable downtime
- Recovery time objective framing
- Resource dependency mapping
- Cross-functional validation
- Financial impact modeling
- Mission impact tiers
- Documenting assumptions
- Stakeholder interviews
- Data collection templates
- Threshold analysis
- Approval workflows
Module 3. Developing the Continuity Strategy
Translate BIA findings into actionable, scalable recovery strategies.
12 chapters in this module
- Gap assessment methodology
- Recovery strategy options
- Work area recovery planning
- Alternate site requirements
- Technology failover design
- Personnel mobilization plans
- Vendor continuity alignment
- Resource redundancy tiers
- Escalation protocols
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Strategy documentation
- Executive sign-off process
Module 4. Incident Response Frameworks
Design structured incident response processes that activate continuity plans effectively.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification schema
- Activation thresholds
- Command structure design
- Crisis communication plan
- War room setup
- Decision logs
- Role-based response checklists
- Internal notification chains
- External agency coordination
- Legal and regulatory triggers
- Media response protocol
- Post-activation review
Module 5. Documenting the Business Continuity Plan
Create comprehensive, auditable continuity plans aligned to ISO 22301 requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Plan structure and hierarchy
- Executive summary drafting
- Recovery procedures by function
- Contact directory maintenance
- Resource inventory
- Facility access protocols
- Technology recovery steps
- Communication templates
- Plan distribution controls
- Access levels and permissions
- Versioning and audit trail
- Integration with program schedule
Module 6. Training and Awareness Programs
Build organizational readiness through structured training and communication.
12 chapters in this module
- Awareness campaign design
- Role-specific training
- Simulation planning
- Onboarding integration
- Leadership engagement
- Knowledge retention metrics
- Feedback mechanisms
- Training schedule
- Competency assessment
- Refresher cycles
- Stakeholder engagement
- Lessons learned integration
Module 7. Exercising the Continuity Plan
Design and execute effective plan tests that validate recovery capabilities.
12 chapters in this module
- Test scope definition
- Tabletop exercise design
- Full-scale simulation planning
- Participant roles
- Success criteria
- Observation protocols
- After-action reporting
- Gap identification
- Corrective action tracking
- Regulatory alignment checks
- Executive observation
- Documentation updates
Module 8. Maintaining Plan Currency
Establish processes to keep continuity plans current and effective.
12 chapters in this module
- Change control processes
- Trigger-based reviews
- Annual refresh cycle
- Post-incident updates
- Audit findings integration
- Stakeholder feedback loop
- Version control system
- Document retention
- Cross-program alignment
- Leadership review cadence
- Status reporting
- Compliance tracking
Module 9. Integration with Program Management
Embed continuity planning into program lifecycle governance.
12 chapters in this module
- Milestone integration
- Risk register linkage
- Resource planning
- Budget alignment
- Schedule dependencies
- Change control coordination
- Lessons learned sharing
- Knowledge transfer
- Vendor continuity requirements
- Contractual obligations
- Program-level oversight
- Executive reporting
Module 10. Executive Communication and Reporting
Translate technical continuity work into strategic leadership insights.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive summary framing
- KPIs for resilience
- Risk appetite alignment
- Strategic narrative building
- Board-level messaging
- Program performance dashboards
- Incident reporting templates
- Preparedness metrics
- Compliance status reporting
- Leadership Q&A preparation
- Crisis briefing materials
- Lessons learned presentation
Module 11. Audit Readiness and Compliance
Prepare for internal and external audits with confidence.
12 chapters in this module
- ISO 22301 audit checklist
- Evidence collection
- Document readiness
- Interview preparation
- Corrective action response
- Management review documentation
- Compliance gap analysis
- Regulatory alignment
- Third-party auditor expectations
- Internal audit coordination
- Findings response protocol
- Continuous improvement loop
Module 12. Scaling Across Programs and Sites
Extend continuity frameworks across multiple programs and locations.
12 chapters in this module
- Template standardization
- Consistent taxonomy
- Centralized governance
- Local adaptation rules
- Cross-site alignment
- Shared services models
- Knowledge sharing platforms
- Lessons learned database
- Centralized training
- Audit coordination
- Performance benchmarking
- Program maturity assessment
How this maps to your situation
- Program launch with new continuity requirements
- Post-incident plan refinement
- Pre-audit preparation cycle
- Leadership transition with new oversight
Before vs. after
Before
Continuity planning happens in isolation, with limited executive awareness or cross-program influence.
After
Your continuity frameworks are recognized, reused, and expected in leadership discussions, elevating your role beyond execution.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
- 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 45, 60 hours total, designed for self-paced learning with real-world application between modules.
If nothing changes
Without structured visibility, critical continuity work remains unseen, limiting recognition, influence, and career momentum, even when outcomes are excellent.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to aerospace and defense program managers, with direct applicability to ISO 22301, mission-critical recovery, and executive communication, no off-the-shelf content.
Frequently asked
Is this course specific to defense and aerospace sectors?
Yes, all examples, templates, and scenarios are drawn from regulated technical environments, especially aerospace and defense program management.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course cover ISO 22301 certification?
It prepares you to design and document compliant frameworks, though certification is administered separately by accredited bodies.
$199 one-time. Approximately 45, 60 hours total, designed for self-paced learning with real-world application between modules..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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