ISO 22301 Foundation — Business Continuity Management System

During this accelerated 1-day ISO 22301 Foundation course, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of Business Continuity Management (BCM) based on the ISO 22301 standard.

Led by expert instructors, this course provides a structured introduction to Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS), covering key ISO 22301 concepts, business impact analysis, risk assessment, continuity strategies, and compliance requirements. Through interactive discussions and practical case studies, you’ll develop the foundational knowledge needed to support BCMS implementation and certification initiatives within your organization.

Earning the PECB ISO 22301 Foundation certification validates your ability to understand and apply ISO 22301 best practices, helping organizations strengthen their resilience, ensure operational continuity during disruptions, and align with international business continuity standards.

Throughout this course, you'll learn to:

• Describe the business continuity management concepts and principles
• Explain the main ISO 22301 requirements for a business continuity management system
• Identify potential actions and approaches that organizations can use to achieve conformity to ISO 22301

With Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll certify while gaining access to official courseware, expert instruction, and an immersive, distraction-free learning environment.

As part of the course, you’ll take the ISO 22301 Foundation exam, backed by our Certification Guarantee for added confidence. Additionally, upon certification, you’ll earn a digital badge, enhancing your professional credibility in Business Continuity Management Systems.

Why choose Firebrand?

• Flexible Delivery Options: Choose between classroom-based training or virtual instructor-led sessions, with delivery options to suit your needs and schedule
• Comprehensive Certification Preparation: Covers the PECB exam topics with integrated study materials and practice exercises
• Interactive Learning: Includes workshops, case studies, and group discussions to apply concepts practically
• Experienced Instructors: Led by certified trainers with extensive industry experience

This training course is intended for:

• Managers and consultants seeking knowledge about the basic concepts and principles of business continuity
• Professionals wishing to get acquainted with ISO 22301 requirements for a BCMS
• Individuals engaged in or responsible for business continuity activities in their organizations
• Individuals wishing to pursue a career in business continuity management

• Course objectives and structure
• Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Fundamental business continuity principles and concepts
• Business continuity management system
• The organization and its context
• Leadership
• Planning
• Support
• Operation
• Performance Evaluation
• Continual Improvement
• Exam Prep

At the end of this course, you'll sit the official PECB Certified ISO/IEC 22301 Foundation examination, covered by the Firebrand Certification Guarantee.

• Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour)
• Format: Multiple-choice questions, closed book
• Number of Questions: 40
• Pass Score:70%
• CPD points available: 14 CPD points available upon completion
• Digital Badge: PECB have partnered with Credly to offer you the chance of earning a digital badge upon completing your certification.

Competency domains covered during the examination include:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of business continuity management system
• Domain 2: ISO 22301 requirements for a business continuity management system (BCMS)

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for your credential. You will receive a certificate once you meet the requirements related to the specified credential. 

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two training options. Choose between residential classroom-based and online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs 9am–5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand, you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply to online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts