A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 22301 for Business Analysts in Resilient Operations
Build unshakable command over business continuity frameworks with precision implementation tools tailored to complex, regulated environments.
$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.
Who this is for
Senior Business Analyst in a regulated, high-scale organisation focused on operational resilience and continuity planning.
Who this is not for
Entry-level analysts or those without exposure to compliance frameworks; consultants seeking generic certification prep.
What you walk away with
- Map ISO 22301 clauses directly to business unit workflows with precision
- Produce audit-ready business continuity documentation on demand
- Lead internal ISO 22301 testing cycles with confidence
- Translate technical findings into executive-level continuity briefings
- Deploy repeatable templates for incident response and recovery testing
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 22301 and Its Role in Organisational Resilience
Establish a foundational grasp of ISO 22301’s scope, intent, and integration within regulated operational environments, focusing on the Business Analyst’s role in continuity planning.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 22301 solves
- Key clauses and structure
- Analyst’s role in resilience
- Regulatory context in the UK
- Linking continuity to compliance
- Common misconceptions
- Lifecycle overview
- Stakeholder map
- Integration with risk registers
- Documentation expectations
- Audit readiness markers
- From policy to action
Module 2. Conducting Business Impact Analyses
Learn to identify critical functions, dependencies, and downtime thresholds using structured templates aligned with ISO 22301’s requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining critical processes
- Setting RTO and RPO
- Stakeholder interviews
- Dependency mapping
- Data sources for BIA
- Digital vs physical
- Threshold validation
- Risk exposure scoring
- Cross-functional alignment
- Documenting findings
- Version control
- Linking to recovery
Module 3. Developing a Business Continuity Management Framework
Structure a BCM framework that aligns with ISO 22301, including roles, responsibilities, governance rhythm, and escalation paths.
12 chapters in this module
- Framework components
- Ownership models
- Governance cadence
- Escalation protocols
- Documentation hierarchy
- Policy mapping
- Role clarity
- Cross-team integration
- Crisis cell setup
- Reporting lines
- Training integration
- Review cycles
Module 4. Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis for Continuity Planning
Execute a thorough gap analysis between current operations and ISO 22301 requirements, identifying corrective actions and prioritisation paths.
12 chapters in this module
- Current state assessment
- Control inventory
- Gap identification
- Prioritisation matrix
- Corrective action plans
- Ownership assignment
- Timeline mapping
- Evidence requirements
- Audit trail setup
- Stakeholder alignment
- Status reporting
- Revalidation process
Module 5. Designing Business Continuity Strategies
Develop practical, executable continuity strategies for critical operations, including manual workarounds, alternate sites, and digital failovers.
12 chapters in this module
- Recovery options
- Manual alternatives
- Alternate site criteria
- Cloud-based continuity
- Data replication
- Vendor interdependencies
- Workforce availability
- Communication trees
- Testing thresholds
- Cost-benefit of options
- Regulatory alignment
- Documentation standards
Module 6. Documenting Business Continuity Plans
Create comprehensive, audit-ready continuity plans that meet ISO 22301 standards and support rapid activation.
12 chapters in this module
- Plan structure
- Executive summary
- Activation triggers
- Response phases
- Role descriptions
- Contact lists
- Resource inventory
- Communication plan
- Legal and regulatory
- Version control
- Storage locations
- Access protocols
Module 7. Testing Business Continuity Procedures
Design and lead realistic continuity tests, from tabletop to full-scale, with clear evaluation criteria and reporting.
12 chapters in this module
- Test planning
- Scenario design
- Tabletop execution
- Simulation logistics
- Full-scale test prep
- Participant roles
- Evaluation criteria
- Observation logs
- Reporting results
- Corrective actions
- Regulatory expectations
- Continuous improvement
Module 8. Maintaining and Updating the Business Continuity Plan
Implement a living plan with regular reviews, updates, and stakeholder engagement to ensure ongoing relevance.
12 chapters in this module
- Review cadence
- Trigger events
- Change control
- Stakeholder updates
- Training integration
- Plan versioning
- Archive policy
- Audit readiness
- Feedback loops
- Lessons learned
- Technology updates
- Regulatory changes
Module 9. Integrating Business Continuity with Other Management Systems
Align ISO 22301 with ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and other frameworks to avoid silos and streamline compliance.
12 chapters in this module
- Overlap mapping
- Integrated audits
- Shared documentation
- Common controls
- Cross-functional teams
- Unified reporting
- Efficiency gains
- Governance alignment
- Risk consolidation
- Policy harmonisation
- Training synergy
- Audit coordination
Module 10. Preparing for ISO 22301 Certification Audits
Navigate the certification process with confidence, from readiness assessment to external auditor engagement.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit prep checklist
- Documentation review
- Internal dry runs
- Evidence pack assembly
- Auditor expectations
- Response protocols
- Deficiency management
- Corrective action plans
- Management review
- Surveillance audits
- Recertification
- Audit narrative
Module 11. Communicating Business Continuity to Stakeholders
Translate technical continuity plans into clear, actionable messaging for executives, teams, and regulators.
12 chapters in this module
- Audience segmentation
- Executive briefings
- Team communications
- Regulatory updates
- Crisis comms templates
- Messaging consistency
- Escalation scripts
- Reputation management
- Post-event reports
- Training materials
- Internal newsletters
- Feedback mechanisms
Module 12. Driving Continuous Improvement in Resilience
Institutionalise lessons learned and build a culture of resilience through data-driven improvements and proactive planning.
12 chapters in this module
- Post-incident reviews
- Metrics collection
- KPIs for resilience
- Benchmarking
- Trend analysis
- Improvement backlog
- Stakeholder feedback
- Roadmap planning
- Resource allocation
- Technology upgrades
- Training cycles
- Organisational adoption
How this maps to your situation
- When regulatory scrutiny increases
- Before continuity testing cycles
- After organisational restructuring
- During vendor onboarding with high availability clauses
Before vs. after
Before
Relies on ad-hoc continuity documentation and reactive planning cycles.
After
Owns a structured, repeatable ISO 22301 implementation process with audit-ready artefacts and executive clarity.
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 18-24 hours of self-paced learning, with modules designed for integration into real-world planning cycles.
If nothing changes
Continuity plans remain fragmented, increasing exposure to operational disruption and audit findings.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic certification prep courses, this program focuses on applied implementation, documentation, and analyst-level execution within regulated, high-scale environments.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Senior Business Analysts and operational resilience practitioners in regulated organisations who need to implement or improve ISO 22301-compliant continuity plans.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this prepare me for ISO 22301 certification?
Yes, it covers all implementation requirements and audit readiness practices needed to support certification efforts.
$199 one-time. Approximately 18-24 hours of self-paced learning, with modules designed for integration into real-world planning cycles..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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