ITPM 321: Business Continuity Planning and Reporting

Subject
Information Technology Project Management
Credits 5 Lab Hours 20 Lecture Hours 40
Quarter Offered
Spring,
Summer
Instructional Mode
Hybrid
This course introduces students to the principles of business continuity planning and its critical role in maintaining operational resilience during times of crisis. This course covers the creation, testing, and maintenance of business continuity plans, business impact analysis, and continuity of operations reporting. Students will learn how to communicate risks and recovery efforts effectively. The course also emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in business continuity plans through periodic reviews, audits, and stakeholder feedback. Students will work together to design continuity plans, ensuring that collaborative communication strategies are in place for effective crisis management.
Outcomes
  • Compare various regulatory standards and their implications for IT compliance and governance.
  • Design and conduct an internal compliance audit for a specific IT system, adhering to industry regulations and organizational policies.
  • Interpret audit results and recommend improvements in IT governance and address non-compliance.
Prerequisites

Admission to the Computer Information Security & IT Project Management BAS program

Crosslisted Courses

N/A Admission to the Computer Information Security & IT Project Management BAS program Spring, Summer Area of Study: Career Education Instructional Mode: Hybrid Campus: Central Lecture 40 Lab 20

Distribution
Professional Education
Campus
Central
Area of Study
Career Education