Course Details

This ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management (Disaster Recovery and Security Management option) course comprehensively covers the management of disasters, incidents and security in organisations. It covers how to plan for incident management, how to assess, rate and mitigate risks, how to devise a Disaster Recovery plan and plan for the security of People, Buildings and Information.  There are also supporting modules in health and safety and organisational culture.

By choosing to study this ILM Cert in Leadership and Management (Disaster Recovery and Security Management option) Online Course with CMIT, Students have 24×7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this ILM Cert in Leadership and Management (Disaster Recovery and Security Management option) Online Course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

Who should complete this Disaster Recovery Course?

• Business Owners and Senior Managers: Ideal for those who oversee the strategic direction of a company, including disaster recovery and security planning. Effective disaster recovery planning can reduce downtime by up to 90% in the event of a disaster, making it a critical skill for business leaders.
• Operations Specialists and Managers: Suitable for professionals responsible for the day-to-day operations of a business. They need to ensure operational continuity and manage risks, which are essential components of the course.
• IT Service Managers and Disaster Recovery Specialists: This course is beneficial for IT professionals who play a crucial role in maintaining business continuity during and after disruptions. According to a study by IBM, 96% of companies with a trusted disaster recovery plan were able to survive ransomware attacks.
• Physical Security Specialists: Professionals in charge of the physical security of buildings and infrastructure will find this course relevant. It covers planning for the security of buildings, an essential aspect of organisational safety.
• IT Security Specialists: Ideal for those involved in securing digital assets. The course covers IT security planning, which is critical given that cybersecurity threats are on the rise, with a report by Cybersecurity Ventures predicting that cybercrime will cost the world $6 trillion annually by 2021​​.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• Level 4 (Ireland) certificate or equivalent qualification and/or relevant life and work experiences.
• Candidates must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
• The assessments for this course draw on candidates own practical experience and as such candidates need to be working or have access to an organisation in which they can plan, execute and reflect on a number of management activities.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their initiative.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
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