Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance

Auditing Business Continuity Management

Business continuity arrangements are only tested in a crisis, unless internal audit tests them first. This course covers auditing business continuity management: governance, business impact analysis, recovery strategies, plans, IT disaster recovery, exercises and testing, supplier continuity and improvement.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Untested continuity plans often fail when needed. You will learn to give assurance that the organisation can recover.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Plan review exercises, test observation guidance, case studies of disruptions and audit programme design.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand business continuity standards
Audit continuity governance and policy
Review business impact analyses
Evaluate recovery strategies and plans
Assess exercises, testing and IT recovery
Review supplier continuity and improvement

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Internal auditors
IT auditors
Business continuity managers
Risk managers
Compliance professionals

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Continuity standards
Plan review
Testing evaluation
Supplier assessment
Reporting

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Continuity Management

09:00–10:08Standards and frameworks
10:08–11:00Risks
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Risks (continued)
11:45–12:53Audit approach
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Governance and BIA

09:00–10:08Policy and roles
10:08–11:00Business impact analysis
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Business impact analysis (continued)
11:45–12:53Recovery objectives
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Plans and Strategies

09:00–10:08Recovery strategies
10:08–11:00Plan quality
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Plan quality (continued)
11:45–12:53Communication
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Testing and IT Recovery

09:00–10:08Exercise programmes
10:08–11:00Disaster recovery
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Disaster recovery (continued)
11:45–12:53Results
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Suppliers and Improvement

09:00–10:08Supplier continuity
10:08–11:00Lessons learned
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Lessons learned (continued)
11:45–12:53Reporting
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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