Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024
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Description This module will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop an effective Business Continuity strategy for their organization. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. explain the process, principles and terminology of business continuity management (BCM). 2. justify the importance, benefits and outcomes of effective BCM. 3. evaluate the key guidance documents highlighting good practice in BCM. 4. recommend how the core elements of BCM may be implemented within various projects/organisations. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative Syllabus1.Defining Business Continuity and Business Continuity Management (BCM)2.The Role of BCM – Scope, Applicability, Importance, Benefits, Outcomes.3.Overview of Key Models – academic and professional4.Implementing BCM – Core Components5.Critical Success Factors in BCM Implementation6Mini Case Studies | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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