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In our VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world, organizational resilience is key to adapting, surviving and thriving.

The world is experiencing a level of disruption and business risk not seen in generations. Some companies freeze and fail, while others innovate, advance, and even thrive. The difference is resilience. As crises become more frequent, the ability to thrive in crises is now essential.

The Oxford English Dictionary defines resilience - in an organizational context - as “the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties”.

A resilient business is one which is capable not of just withstanding shocks and disruptions in the business environment, but also capable of adapting to and taking advantage of them. It is more than simply bouncing back after a crisis or being an agile organization.

Sustained progress delivered at pace

Business Resilience Fundamentals training courses and supporting certification are underpinned by the publication BUSINESS RESILIENCE: A practical guide to sustained progress delivered at pace. It provides a cohesive, practical guide to building business resilience, enabling leaders to implement an effective framework in an inclusive and sustainable way.

Training courses guide participants on implementing and adapting a range of tools to build and enhance organizational resilience.

Targeted at organizational leaders, practicing managers in project & programme management, and others with an interest in building organizational resilience, courses will help participants to ensure their organization is better prepared for the next crisis and to anticipate fluctuations in the business environment to take advantage.

Business Resilience with Sheila Roberts and Serhiy Kovela | Fundamentals Training and Certification

Discover more about Business Resilience at our free APMG Partner Spotlight Zoom event - 20 November

In this inaugural session of the series, Sheila Roberts (CPO) and David Roberts (CEO) of Professional Resilience will introduce Business Resilience: a comprehensive and crucial framework for safeguarding organisational longevity, adaptability, and success.

Register now: https://apmg-international.com/events/apmg-partner-spotlight-what-business-resilience

Business Resilience Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of the Business Resilience Framework to discover how to build and enhance...

Business Process Management, Leadership and Management, Programme Management, Project Management, Strategy
Who is it for?

The course and certification are aimed at:

  • Leaders in organizations
  • Practicing managers in PPM, including PMOs, change, transformation, business continuity, risk, product and service development, organizational development, and operations.
  • Team members who wish to become Business Resilience Initiative Leaders, Progress Masters or Business Resilience Owners.
  • Others who have an interest in improving Business Resilience in an organization.
What are the key things you will learn?

Training course participants will learn the key principles and terminology within the Business Resilience Framework. Specifically, they should understand:

  • The underpinning principles of Business Resilience
  • The Business Resilience Framework Domains and Elements
  • The PURE strategies to implement Business Resilience
  • The Business Resilience tools, their benefits and limitations
  • The roles and responsibilities within the Business Resilience Framework.
  • How the Business Resilience Framework can be adapted to optimize organizational benefits.
Exam format
  • Multiple Choice
  • 50 questions
  • 25 marks or more required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50%
  • 60 minutes duration
  • Closed book

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TESTIMONIALS

Brilliant course to bring awareness of what is required for business resilience, to lay the foundation and to get you thinking of where you are now and where you want to be, both individually and in the team you are currently operating.

Business Resilience Fundamentals pilot course candidate

I was fortunate to be a part of this really educational course, which gave me a thorough understanding of the principles, cycle, and elements of business resilience. Brilliant authors and instructors, deserve praise. Such a massive, massive amount of knowledge!

Business Resilience Fundamentals pilot course candidate

The business resilience course provides a good insight as to how organizations can continue to make progress and excel during hard times like Covid-19. The various implementation strategies make it easy to understand how the framework can be implemented within an organization with existing processes and how the frameworks and domains can be adapted to suit individual organizational needs.

Business Resilience Fundamentals pilot course candidate

The course is very helpful to give a fundamental understanding as to how the Business Resilience Framework can be implemented in today's VUCA world.

Business Resilience Fundamentals pilot course candidate

Business Resilience is an important factor for business continuity and success. The emphasis on progress is often neglected. Business Resilience Framework provides an opportunity for organizations to formally implement structured, yet agile process to be more adaptable and gain a competitive edge.

Business Resilience Fundamentals pilot course candidate

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FAQs

What is Business Resilience?

Business Resilience facilitates an innovative, efficient and customer value led culture, achieved through proven practical guidance, tools and models, such as the Progress @ Pace model.

It provides a unique PACE Culture to sustain an organization through disruptive or VUCA conditions; and when merged with RESILIENCE Foundations and the PROGRESS Cycle, a high-performance environment is created where organizations can deliver Progress @ Pace.

What is the Business Resilience Fundamentals examination?

The examination forms part of the Business Resilience Fundamentals course. The course and certification are aimed at organizational leaders, practicing managers in project & programme management, and others with an interest in building organizational resilience.

Do I have to receive training to sit the Business Resilience Fundamentals exam?

Individuals also have the option of self-study to prepare for the examinations by purchasing the core text from APMG Business Books. APMG-International administer online exam sessions, allowing those who self-study the opportunity to sit an online exam from the comfort of their own home or office. Our online proctoring system allows you to take your exam anytime as sessions are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, please click here.

How can I train for the Business Resilience Fundamentals examinations?

Training for Business Resilience Fundamentals is available from the network of Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) who are assessed and certified by APMG-International. The full list of Business Resilience Fundamentals ATOs can be found on this page. Only these organizations and registered partners/affiliates are authorized to deliver Business Resilience Fundamentals training.

How do I sit the exam(s)?

Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) usually include the examination as part of their training course – please check with your ATO before booking.

How much does it cost to sit the Business Resilience Fundamentals examination?

If you are sitting the examination through an accredited training organization, the cost of the exam is generally included in the course fee but please check with your training provider at the time of booking.

Are there any pre-requisites for the Business Resilience Fundamentals examinations?

There are no pre-requisites for taking the Business Resilience Fundamentals examination.

What are the main publications for Business Resilience Fundamentals and where can I purchase them?

The Business Resilience Fundamentals examination is supported by the following text: Business Resilience - A Practical Guide to Sustained Progress Delivered at Pace

Which languages are the Business Resilience Fundamentals examinations available in?

The Business Resilience Fundamentals exam is currently only available in English.

How long will it take to learn the Business Resilience Fundamentals material?

For individuals studying with an accredited training organization, Foundation style courses are generally delivered over 3 days. It is well worth investigating with individual providers, as some will offer tailored, online, or blended learning solutions.

Can I take any books or supporting materials into the exam?

No, the Business Resilience Fundamentals exam is only available as closed book.

Is there a sample paper that I can practice on?

Yes, all candidates can access a sample exam paper to practice on via the Candidate Portal. Access to the Candidate Portal is given once your ATO has registered your exam date and time with APMG.

How long are the Business Resilience Fundamentals qualifications valid for?

The Business Resilience Fundamentals certificate does not expire.

When can I expect the results of my Business Resilience Fundamentals examinations?

Provisional results for the examination are fed back to candidates either orally by the invigilator or on-screen at the end of an online exam.

For online exams APMG will formally process and confirm results via the Candidate Portal within 2 working days of receipt of the completed papers.

For paper exams APMG will issue formal notification of your exam result once your exam paper has been received back into our office. All results will be made available in your Candidate Portal.

When will I receive my certificate?

Candidates will be able to claim their digital badge and electronic certificate from their APMG Candidate Portal within two business days of their exam result being issued.

What is a Business Resilience Fundamentals digital badge?

Digital badges allow you to easily showcase your achievements online.  When you pass an exam - you'll instantly have the option to claim a digital badge representing your new certificate. Your badge can be embedded on an email signature, website, social media or digital CV. With just one click employers, customers and clients can easily view and verify your credentials and skills.

Please download our digital sharing presentation for more information.

How do I claim my Business Resilience Fundamentals digital badge?

Once you’ve been notified that you’ve passed your exam - you will have the option to create a digital badge in APMG's Candidate Portal. Visit APMG's Candidate Portal, view your exam results and select 'Create Badge'. This takes you to the Credly website where the digital badges are hosted. You will be guided through the Credly account creation process.

Once you have created an account with Credly - login into the account and accept your pending badge.

How do I access my digital badge and/or certificate?

You can always access all your electronic certificates and badges via the APMG Candidate Portal. Once you have logged on to the Candidate Portal, click on the ‘Badges and Certificates’ option from the menu bar at the top of screen. From here you should click on the ‘Create Badge/Certificate’ button. This will take you to the Credly platform to create and account and download your badge and certificate.

Step-by-step guidance is available to download from the ‘Badges and Certificates’ area in your Candidate Portal.

Electronic certificates are environmentally friendly, but you can print the certificate yourself at home or work, if required. If you have any problems with accessing your digital certificate, please contact our Customer Interaction Team - servicedesk@apmg-international.com.

What are the pass marks for the Business Resilience Fundamentals exam?

Pass marks for the Business Resilience Fundamentals exam is 25/50 (50%).

How do I become a Business Resilience Fundamentals trainer?

To be eligible to apply to become a Business Resilience Fundamentals trainer, individuals must hold the certificate for the course that you wish to teach. All trainers must be ‘sponsored’ by an APMG accredited training organization. To find out more about becoming a trainer, please contact your local APMG representative.

How do I become a Business Resilience Fundamentals accredited training organization (ATO)?

An organization wishing to become a Business Resilience Fundamentals ATO must first contact our Service Desk. They will put you in touch with your local business development manager who can discuss the accreditation process with you.

How can I advertise myself as Business Resilience Fundamentals qualified on my business card?

Candidates who have passed the Business Resilience Fundamentals examination can put “Business Resilience Fundamentals” certified on their business cards.

Can I use the Business Resilience Fundamentals logo?

Only organizations licensed to do so are allowed to use the Business Resilience Fundamentals logo. Such organizations include Business Resilience Fundamentals Accredited Training Organizations who have been approved by APMG-International. Individuals are not permitted to use the Business Resilience Fundamentals logo, however, all individuals who pass the exam are awarded with a digital badge which can be shared on social media and embedded into your CV/resume.

Can I earn PMI® PDUs for attending an accredited training course?

It is possible to earn PMI Education PDUs for attending third-party provider training (training courses not offered by a PMI Authorized Training Partner), as long as the training meets the requirements around the skill areas of the PMI Talent Triangle. Please check the PMI website for further details on how to record your PDUs and what supporting evidence is required.

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