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Business Continuity Management
Crisis Management and Sustainability Under Adverse Conditions

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Course Overview

In the fast-moving GCC landscape, business leaders cannot afford to be merely reactive. This course provides a clear, practical framework for mastering Business Continuity Management (BCM) - not as a regulatory burden, but as a proactive leadership tool.

We move beyond the old idea of BCM as just a "recovery plan" for after a crisis. Instead, we position it as a dynamic method for ongoing developme

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Key Takeaways

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Strategic Leadership Tool: Use BCM as a proactive method to drive ongoing enhancements and keep your organization aligned with the strategic plan.
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Sustainability & Development: Shift the focus from "fixing things after a crisis" to using BCM as a tool for long-term business sustainability.
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Critical Function Mastery: Learn to identify and prioritize the core functions that sustain your business and the GCC economy using clear metrics like MAO, RTO, and RPO.
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Regulatory Efficiency: Meet GCC national regulations and international ISO standards through simple, effective audit and compliance systems.
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Dynamic Recovery Planning: Develop a Recovery Plan that resolves root causes and ensures your business stays on its development path, even during systemic shifts.

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Course Outline

Part 1: Strategic Governance & The Resilience Mandate
Strategic Governance & The Resilience Mandate
  • Building BCM as a Strategic, Board-Level Capability: Transform your program from an operational "checkbox" into a strategic resilience function that protects your organization's license to operate.
  • Securing Executive Sponsorship: Master the language of leadership to align Business Continuity Management with National Resilience Agendas and sovereign development goals.
  • Building the Organizational Framework: Establish the Governance Structure and Program Charter required to position BCM as a strategic risk function aligned with GCC regulatory expectations.
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensure the BCM program is not a siloed department but a core component of the organization’s long-term strategic direction.
Part 2: : Independent Risk Management & The Threat Landscape
Independent Risk Management & The Threat Landscape
  • Identifying Strategic Risks: Systematically identify risks—from geopolitical shifts to supply chain failures—that can adversely affect an entity’s resources, operations, or image.
  • Advanced Impact Assessment: Assess potential impacts and prioritize risk reduction efforts to ensure the most effective use of resources in high-exposure environments.
  • The Modern Threat Landscape: Navigate the growing complexity of cyber risks, systemic disruptions, and climate-related events across critical national sectors.
  • Risk & ESG Integration: Explore the ESG Risk Dimension and its growing relevance to organizational resilience and stakeholder accountability across the GCC.
Part 3: Strategic Analysis & Identifying Critical Functions
Strategic Analysis & Identifying Critical Functions
  • Identifying & Prioritizing Critical Functions: Utilize advanced Business Impact Analysis (BIA) techniques to pinpoint the processes that sustain your organization and the wider GCC economy.
  • Technical Recovery Metrics (MAO, RTO, RPO): Quantify what matters most by setting precise Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) that align with your Maximum Allowable Outage (MAO).
  • Giga-Project Continuity: Define the unique resilience demands of government-led development programs, focusing on "Resilience by Design" for capital-intensive projects.
  • Resource Dependency Mapping: Analyze the gaps between current capabilities and required recovery objectives in line with ISO/TS 22317 standards.
Part 4: Adaptive Business Continuity Management (BCM) – Plan Development
Adaptive Business Continuity Management (BCM) – Plan Development
  • Dynamic BCM Plan Development: Design Business Continuity Management (BCM) plans that are adaptive frameworks, enabling the organization to maintain critical functions during any disruption.
  • Scenario-Based Engineering: Develop BCM plans that address the full range of modern scenarios, from cyber incidents and technology failures to workforce disruptions and global supply chain breakdowns.
  • Turning Strategy into Action: Document BCM continuity plans that provide clear, actionable paths to maintain operations and uphold organizational resilience during a crisis.
Part 5: Dynamic Response, Incident Management & BCM Awareness
Dynamic Response, Incident Management & BCM Awareness
  • Adaptive Incident Response in BCM: Define organizational roles, lines of authority, and Succession of Authority within a structured Business Continuity Management (BCM) incident management system.
  • Integrated Cyber Response: Integrate cyber incident response with BCM, reflecting the reality that cyber is now a primary trigger of business disruption.
  • External Coordination: Develop and implement BCM incident response plans coordinated with external organizations and national authorities where required.
  • Building a BCM Resilience Culture: Establish training and awareness programs that ensure personnel from the front line to executive leadership can respond effectively when the MAO is at risk.
Part 6: Crisis Management & National Coordination
Crisis Management & National Coordination
  • Strategic Crisis Communications: Develop frameworks for timely, transparent communication that protect your Corporate Reputation and national trust during high-visibility disruptions.
  • Unified National Coordination: Synchronize your organization’s Recovery response with National Emergency Management Authorities (e.g., NCEMA) and sector regulators.
  • Validation & Strategic Stress-Testing: Move beyond basic drills to Strategic Simulations and functional exercises that meet ISO 22398 and GCC supervisory testing requirements.
  • Dynamic Continuous Improvement: Embed lessons learned and corrective actions as an ongoing discipline to maintain a state of permanent readiness.
Part 7: Business Sustainability & Strategic Recovery Planning
Business Sustainability & Strategic Recovery Planning
  • Resilience Beyond Recovery: Explore Recovery Plan options that address prolonged, compounding disruptions, ensuring the organization endures far beyond the initial crisis.
  • Strategic Recovery Plan Design: Identify resource requirements and organize recovery teams to execute a comprehensive Recovery Plan that addresses environmental, social, and financial demands.
  • Leading Sustainability at the Top: Identify single-point failures to ensure long-term success, supported by a robust Recovery Plan that acts as a long-term organizational differentiator.
  • Ethical & Dynamic Decision-Making: Develop decision frameworks for ethical and cost-justified responses to disruptive events, ensuring the Recovery Plan aligns with stakeholder interests.

Who Should Attend?

This highly practical and strategically focused programme has been specifically designed for professionals responsible for organizational resilience, continuity, risk governance, and strategic recovery across complex operating environments.

The programme is suitable for:

  • Senior leaders and managers with responsibility for organizational resilience, business continuity, crisis management, or strategic risk oversight

 

  • Business Continuity, Resilience, and Risk Management professionals responsible for designing, implementing, or governing BCM frameworks

 

  • Heads of departments, function leaders, and critical function owners involved in identifying, prioritizing, and protecting essential operations

 

  • Strategy, governance, and compliance professionals responsible for aligning BCM with regulatory requirements, national resilience agendas, and ISO standards

 

  • Operational leaders and project managers involved in capital-intensive programmes, giga-projects, or critical infrastructure

 

  • Professionals involved in incident response, crisis coordination, and recovery planning, including cyber and supply-chain related disruptions

FAQ

What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in a LEORON training program?
Most LEORON courses are delivered in English. However, there are some courses offered in Arabic, mainly online. For our in-house courses, sessions can be curated and delivered in any language upon request. In general, the best way to confirm language availability is to check with our Enrollment Managers for the most up-to-date information. Simply click on “Let’s talk on WhatsApp” to chat with us directly.
What formats are the courses offered in?
LEORON delivers training in various formats including face-to-face, live virtual sessions, self-paced learning, in-house delivery as well as online courses.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
Yes, most LEORON public courses are accredited by internationally recognized bodies such as CIPD, ATD, PMI, EdEx, and many others—depending on the course.
Who accredits LEORON’s training programs?
LEORON partners with over 20 international bodies such as PMI, CIPD, ATD, EdEx, NASBA, CISI, GARP, HRCI, SHRM, ACCA, ASQ, IIA, ILM, IAC, and others
Are CPD points or PDUs provided?
Yes, learners can earn CPD credits and professional development units (PDUs) including NASBA CPEs, PMI PDUs, CISI, GARP, HRCI, SHRM, and more.
How can I register for a course?
You can register through our website by filling in the inquiry form, or by speaking directly with one of our consultants via WhatsApp or email. Once we confirm your interest, we’ll guide you through the steps.
When is the registration deadline for public courses?
Registration typically closes 14 days before the course start date, with occasional late registrations accepted upon confirmation
What is included in the course fee?
The fee generally covers 5-star venue facilities, training materials, certified instruction, lunches and refreshments, plus certification and membership where applicabl0065
Are there group rates or discounts?
Yes, group bookings and corporate-level discounts are available. Learners are encouraged to reach out to discuss specific arrangements
What support is available with registration?
Enrollment Managers and a Registration Desk assist with the entire process, including deadlines, travel logistics, and course customization. As well as any other special requests you might have. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” to do so.
Can I request a bespoke course at my location or within my organization?
Yes, in-house training is fully customizable in terms of curriculum, language, delivery, and timing. You can suggest dates and locations. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” in order to address any questions or concerns in this regards.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Refund and cancellation policies vary depending on the course type and location. Generally, cancellations made at least 14 days before the course start date may be eligible for a full or partial refund, while cancellations made closer to the course date may incur a fee. For exact terms, please consult your Enrollment Manager or refer to the course confirmation email.
Can I register multiple employees from my company?
Yes. We support group registrations and offer corporate packages for organizations enrolling multiple participants. Our team can help coordinate the logistics for group bookings.
Who should attend these courses?
LEORON caters to a variety of professionals: from those seeking leadership development to project managers, HR specialists, finance professionals, cybersecurity, procurement, Ai enthusiasts and many others.
Do I need prior experience or academic qualifications?
Not always. Many specialized paths, like cybersecurity, accept learners without prior experience. However, some courses (e.g., PMI PDU-based ones) may have recommended prerequisites. Its always better to chat with one of our Enrollment Managers to discuss more. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” to do so.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon full attendance and successful completion, you will receive a certificate of participation or accreditation, depending on the course.
Are meals and refreshments included in face-to-face courses?
Yes. For in-person courses, lunch and coffee breaks are provided daily at the venue.
Can LEORON deliver a course in-house at our organization?
Absolutely. All programs can be delivered privately at your company or virtually for your team, customized to match your internal goals and structure.

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    Baha Kiwan
    Talent Development at Al Rajhi Real Estate Investments Co
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    In recognition of their dedication and contribution supporting IKEA Saudi Arabia in arranging training programs during 2017 & 2018, looking forward for more development and exciting effort this year. On behalf of IKEA Saudi Arabia, THANK YOU!
    Dalal Kutbi
    Country Learning & Development Manager at IKEA Saudi Arabia
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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    Dating back to 2014, Mobily’s “LEORON” experience has grown from a single collaboration to a long-term partnership. We consider ‘’LEORON” Institute as a strategic partner, whose contribution has been nothing but premium in equipping our staff with field-based knowledge and information. Past three years have resulted with an expanded collaboration with superior customer service and support. Best Regards,
    Turki S. Alsahaan
    Dir L&D, Talent Management at Mobily, Etihad Etisalat Company
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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    Since the partnership was signed between BAE Systems Saudi Development & Training and LEORON in 2017, we have been working together to offer the Saudi market a complete portfolio of training solutions benefiting from the wide and extensive experience of both parties. Recognizing the great success of this partnership, we are looking for further collaborations in the future that will position both companies as one of the leading training providers in Saudi Arabia. We thank the LEORON team for their full cooperation and continuing support, and look forward to further success together in the years to come.
    Emad Alrajih
    VP, Business Winning at BAE Systems Saudi Development & Training
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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    We have been working with LEORON for the past two years and will be working with them again this upcoming year. The programs they delivered were fruitful and exciting and our organization has received positive feedback from the participants. What our organization aims to do is to provide at no cost training for all the private sector employees so that they may benefit from our offered programs in Innovation and Professional development. Leoron has helped us achieve this goal. We look forward to continuing this service and wish them the best of luck. Regards,
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    Sr. Program Officer, Enterprise Learning & Human Development at Kuwait Foundation for the Advancemen