Certified ISO 22301 (BCMS) Lead Implementer

PECB-Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer

Why Should You Attend?

Disasters—whether caused by natural events, information security breaches, or other incidents—can severely impact organizations. Their unpredictable nature highlights the critical importance of preparedness. Proper planning helps reduce risks, mitigate consequences, manage negative impacts, and ensure the continuity of business operations without interruption.

Implementing a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) based on ISO 22301 enables organizations to proactively understand, manage, and respond to disruptions. This training course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement a BCMS in accordance with ISO 22301.

By attending, participants will learn best practices in business continuity management and gain the ability to build a resilient framework that supports uninterrupted organizational performance during disruptions.

Upon successfully completing the course and passing the exam, you may apply for the internationally recognized "PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer" credential. This certification validates your professional competence to implement and manage a BCMS based on ISO 22301.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers and consultants involved in business continuity
• Individuals responsible for ensuring BCMS compliance
• Professionals managing or supporting BCMS implementation
• Individuals seeking to gain practical expertise in implementing a BCMS
• Members of the business continuity or disaster recovery teams

Learning Objectives

1. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
2. Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a BCMS based on ISO 22301
3. Interpret the ISO 22301 requirements from an implementer's perspective
4. Initiate and plan a BCMS implementation using PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and best practices
5. Apply implementation strategies to maintain and improve a BCMS
6. Understand and interpret the requirements for ISO 22301 certification audits

Educational Approach

• This training is participant-centered and includes:
• Theory and practical examples aligned with ISO 22301 requirements
• Real-world implementation best practices
• Interactive sessions with trainers and peer discussions
• Quizzes with scenario-based and stand-alone questions to prepare for the certification exam

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer” exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam evaluates the following domains:

Fundamental principles and concepts of a BCMS

Initiation of a BCMS implementation

Planning of a BCMS implementation based on ISO 22301

Implementation of a BCMS based on ISO 22301

Evaluation of BCMS performance

Continual improvement of the BCMS

Preparation for a BCMS certification audit

For details about the exam format, available languages, and rules, please refer to the PECB Examination Rules and Policies.

Certification

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the following PECB credentials:

Note: Candidates holding both Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor certifications may qualify for the PECB Master Credential, subject to passing four additional Foundation-level exams. More details can be found on the PECB Master Credentials page.

Valid project activities include:

• Drafting a BCMS implementation plan
• Initiating and implementing a BCMS
• Monitoring and managing BCMS operations
• Conducting reviews and driving continual improvement

General Information

• Exam and certification fees are included in the course price
• Participants will receive over 450 pages of training materials, including practical examples and quizzes
• Participants will receive a certificate of course completion eligible for CPD credits
• If a participant fails the exam, they are eligible for one free retake within 12 months of the initial exam date