Contingency Planning Course

Course objectives: contingency planning

The contingency planning course has the following objectives:

  • To develop the ability to identify the contingencies that need to be taken into account in the business continuity contingency plan.
  • To learn how to assess business contingencies in order to incorporate significant contingencies into the business continuity contingency plan.
  • To acquire the skills to draw up a business continuity contingency plan that helps to deal with potential business disruptions arising from unforeseen circumstances, such as economic instability, environmental incidents or other unexpected risks.
  • To have criteria for keeping the business continuity contingency plan up to date

Course methodology

The contingency planning course can be delivered in-house (request a quote) or online.

The course alternates between theoretical and participatory sessions using the case study method. Learning through the case study method is a practical way of approaching the realities of business. Supplementary documentation and materials will be provided.

Upon successful completion of the contingency planning course, participants will receive a certificate of completion.

Aimed at:

The contingency planning course is aimed at:

  • Managers and executives who wish to learn about the tools available to them for mitigating risks in the event of a contingency that could jeopardise business continuity.
  • Quality managers and quality department staff who wish to implement a contingency plan to ensure business continuity.
  • Senior and middle managers who need to be involved in the design and implementation of a contingency plan.

Contingency Plan Course Syllabus

The course programme is as follows:

  • 1. Risk identification and assessment
    • Internal and external risks
    • Process-related risks
  • 2. Design and implementation of a contingency action plan
  • 3. Development of the Contingency Plan
    • ISO 22301 – Business Continuity Management
    • ISO 22313 – Business Continuity Management System. Guidelines
  • 4. Integrated Management System
    • ISO 9001 – Quality management
    • ISO 27001 – Information security management
    • ISO 20000 – IT service management.