Crisis Governance, Business Continuity, and Risk Recovery Planning

COURSE DURATION 5 DAYS

Dates: 20^th – 24^th July 2026

Strengthen Organizational Resilience Through Crisis Governance & Recovery Planning

Introduction

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business environment, organizations face a range of potential crises—from cyberattacks and natural disasters to operational breakdowns and supply chain interruptions. The Crisis Governance, Business Continuity, and Risk Recovery Planning Training Course equips leaders with the knowledge and tools required to navigate these disruptions effectively. It emphasizes that proactive crisis governance and resilience planning are critical for ensuring operational stability and long-term sustainability. Participants will learn how to implement structured frameworks that safeguard essential functions during periods of uncertainty.

This ALARDI Africa training  combines theoretical insights with practical exercises to develop participants’ ability to respond quickly and efficiently in times of crisis. By leveraging ISO 22301-based continuity systems, structured recovery methodologies, and scenario-based learning, professionals gain actionable strategies to strengthen organizational resilience. Through case studies, assessments, and interactive workshops, participants explore crisis response planning, continuity management, and operational recovery techniques that minimize financial, operational, and reputational impact.

Key highlights from this course include:

• Understanding crisis governance and leadership requirements during disruptions
• Applying ISO 22301-based business continuity principles effectively
• Developing robust crisis communication and incident response plans
• Strengthening emergency team coordination and decision-making under pressure
• Designing recovery strategies to support long-term organizational resilience

Training Objectives

The Crisis Governance, Business Continuity, and Risk Recovery Planning Training Course aims to empower professionals with the competencies needed to safeguard organizational stability and respond to crises confidently. Participants will develop the knowledge, tools, and frameworks required to build resilient operations that can withstand unexpected disruptions.

Key objectives of the course include:

• Establishing governance structures to enable rapid and informed decision-making during crises
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) aligned with ISO 22301
• Identifying critical business functions and performing Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and risk assessments
• Creating effective crisis communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders
• Developing structured incident response procedures and step-by-step recovery plans
• Coordinating cross-functional emergency teams to ensure efficient crisis management
• Aligning disaster recovery plans with technology, infrastructure, and operational requirements
• Conducting simulations, continuity tests, and readiness assessments for practical experience
• Strengthening a culture of resilience that supports sustainable continuity and organizational stability

Who Should Attend?

The Crisis Governance, Business Continuity, and Risk Recovery Planning Training Course is designed for professionals responsible for maintaining organizational stability and ensuring business continuity during crises. It is ideal for individuals across both public and private sectors who play a key role in managing risks and recovery efforts.

This course is suitable for:

• Crisis management team members and coordinators
• Business continuity and organizational resilience professionals
• Risk managers and compliance officers
• Senior managers and decision-makers overseeing critical operations
• Security, emergency response, and disaster recovery leaders
• IT, cybersecurity, and technology continuity teams
• Public sector, NGO, and community preparedness coordinators
• Professionals responsible for developing and implementing continuity and crisis response plans

Training Methodology

This Business Continuity and Risk Recovery Planning Training follows an interactive and practical approach to ensure participants can apply learning directly in their organizations. Instructor-led sessions provide foundational knowledge on crisis governance, business continuity models, and risk recovery strategies. These structured presentations enable participants to understand the key principles of managing crises while establishing strong operational controls.

Hands-on activities form a core part of the learning process. Group discussions, case studies, and scenario-based workshops allow participants to practice crisis decision-making, team coordination, and communication under pressure. By engaging in real-world exercises and simulations, learners gain the confidence to implement effective continuity and recovery plans immediately. This combination of theory and practice ensures high knowledge retention, active participation, and practical skills applicable across diverse organizational contexts.

Course Outline

Day One: Crisis Governance & Leadership Under Pressure

• Recognizing different types of crises and organizational weaknesses
• Crisis governance framework: structure, responsibilities, and roles
• Leadership skills for crises and swift decision-making
• Establishing crisis committees and command centers
• Legal, ethical, and regulatory considerations in crisis management
• Principles of stakeholder engagement and leadership communication
• Case study analysis: Lessons from global failures in crisis governance

Day Two: Business Continuity Management Foundations (ISO 22301)

• Overview of Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS)
• ISO 22301 standards and certification requirements
• Understanding the continuity lifecycle: Plan – Do – Check – Act
• Conducting Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to identify critical functions
• Determining RTO, RPO, and MTPD metrics
• Risk assessment methods for continuity planning
• Workshop: Performing a BIA for a practical organizational scenario

Day Three: Developing Effective Continuity & Crisis Response Plans

• Formulating business continuity strategies
• Creating crisis response procedures and playbooks
• Department-specific continuity strategies (IT, HR, Operations, Finance)
• Crisis communication planning (media handling, internal updates, public statements)
• Defining escalation matrices and decision-making criteria
• Workshop: Preparing a draft crisis response playbook

Day Four: Disaster Recovery & Operational Recovery Planning

• Technology and data continuity planning considerations
• Structure of a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) aligned with BCP
• Cloud resilience and recovery from cyber incidents
• Recovery strategies for facilities and infrastructure
• Coordinating with suppliers, partners, and government agencies
• Testing, simulations, and drill exercises
• Tabletop exercise: Managing a simulated operational disruption

Day Five: Organizational Resilience & Long-Term Recovery Strategies

• Cultivating a resilience-focused organizational culture
• Post-incident review and lessons learned processes
• Conducting root cause analysis and corrective action planning
• Transitioning from crisis response to normal operations
• Strategies for financial and reputational recovery
• Developing a long-term organizational recovery framework
• Final workshop: Constructing an integrated Crisis Governance & Recovery Roadmap
• Course conclusion, evaluation, and open discussion

Certificate

• On successful completion of this training course, the ALARDI Africa Certificate will be issued to the participants.

Venue:

Kenya-Mombasa                             Cost USD 1800

Malaysia-Kuala Lumpur                 Cost USD 2500

Dates: 20^th – 24^th July 2026