The course is divided into the following major modules: 1) Concepts and processes of business continuity planning. 2) Risk Assessment. 3) Business Impact Analysis. 4) Technology requirements and techniques. 5) Developing recovery scenarios and plans. 6) Maintaining and testing plans. 7) Use of templates and software to facilitate the development, maintenance and testing of BCP plans. Course instruction may also include guest speakers from local industry, instructional videotapes and off-site visits to demonstrate and reinforce course material. Students will work through a practical assignment where they will develop a real-world business continuity / disaster recovery plan. (3.0 Credits)
Prerequisite(s)
Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
*** There is no textbook required for the course.*** For authorization to register, please contact Cindy Chan, Program Assistant, Forensics, at Cindy_Chan@bcit.ca. For information on Forensic programs and courses, visit: www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.
In Progress
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
List and describe the role and benefits of business continuity planning, and its significance to the long-term success of organizations in the light of old and emerging threats.
Outline the concepts and processes of business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
Define the relationship of BCP within an organization to other critical functions, including security, project development, business operations, statutory compliance, management and financial controls.
Conduct the risk assessment process and use various methods to identify risks, threats and vulnerabilities.
Conduct a business impact analysis, including development of impact metrics.
Develop recovery strategies, plans and procedures, including maintaining and testing of the same.
Develop escalation procedures for plan activation.
Use software tools to aid in the development and implementation of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
Develop and test incident response plans for dealing with the immediate after-math of a disaster.
Evaluate Understand the technologies and techniques, which can be used to facilitate data and service backup, recovery and availability.
Evaluate and use external services and resources.
Related Programs
FSCT 7130 is offered as a part of the following programs:
Registration is currently open for the Spring/Summer 2013 term.
The sneak preview for the Fall 2013 term starts Fri, May 24 at 8:30 am (PDT).
Web registration for the Fall 2013 term will open Sun, May 26 at 9:00 am (PDT).
Students may also register by phone, mail or in-person, starting Mon, May 27 at 8:00 am (PDT).
Classroom Locations
Classroom locations are subject to last minute changes. Please check the Part-time Studies Classroom Locations listing at www.bcit.ca/rooms on the first day of any course you are registered for.