The ISO 22301 Foundation course uses a structured, progressive approach: concepts are presented factually and tied to real organisational practice, illustrated with concrete examples, and reinforced through exercises, case studies and a mock exam over an intensive two-day format.
The teaching approach favours a structured, progressive understanding of the ISO 22301 requirements. Concepts are presented factually and tied directly to practices observed in organisations, so participants can situate each requirement within the real workings of a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS).
Theory is systematically illustrated with concrete examples drawn from professional situations. This perspective makes the concepts easier to absorb and to transpose into varied contexts. Practical exercises and case studies consolidate understanding of the processes, roles and responsibilities associated with the BCMS.
The course also includes revision activities and a mock exam to prepare methodically for the certification exam. The small-group format encourages peer exchange and targeted questions, while keeping a pace suited to an intensive two-day course.
Throughout, the activities are designed to validate understanding and turn the material into decisions or usable deliverables rather than passive notes.
Use the mock exam diagnostically, not just as a rehearsal: the questions you miss on day two map precisely to the BCMS clauses worth re-reading before the real exam.
This advanced auditor training prepares experienced professionals to lead and execute audits of Business Continuity Management Systems aligned with ISO 22301:2019. The course focuses on real audit situations, decision making under pressure, and evidence based evaluation of business continuity capa.
View courseThis intensive 4-day training prepares participants to implement and manage a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) compliant with ISO 22301:2019. It covers planning, deployment, monitoring, updates, and continual improvement, with a focus on context analysis, business impact analysis, risk.
View courseThis course prepares participants to design, implement, test, and improve an operational resilience management framework. It addresses the growing pressure to maintain critical services through cyber incidents, supplier failures, technology outages, regulatory scrutiny, and physical disruptions. Participants learn how to identify critical business services, set impact tolerances, assess risk, and coordinate response and recovery decisions. Abilene Academy teaches through consultant-led case work, realistic evidence review, and exam-focused coaching built from field practice. It is designed for resilience leaders, risk managers, business continuity professionals, internal consultants, and managers responsible for disruption readiness.
View courseThe ISO 22301 Foundation exam assesses understanding of BCMS principles and ISO 22301 requirements. It is delivered online, available in several languages, and follows the PECB certification programme.
Foundation covers BCMS fundamentals so you can support the system without leading it. Lead Implementer prepares you to design and roll out a full BCMS. Lead Auditor qualifies you to lead ISO 22301 certification audits in line with ISO 19011.
The ISO 22301 Foundation course introduces the principles and requirements of a Business Continuity Management System, giving a structured understanding of the ISO 22301:2019 standard.
ISO 22301 is the international standard for Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS). It provides a framework to help organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents — protecting operations, reputation, and stakeholder trust.
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