Master Business Continuity Planner (MBCP)
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This vendor-neutral certification is offered by:
Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) International
Falls Church,
VA,
USA
Phone: 703-538-1792
Email: DRIINFO@dr.org
Skill Level:
Advanced
Status:
Active
Certification Summary:
This certification is for the experienced, master level disaster recovery planner, with at least five years of industry experience.
Initial requirements:
Must have acquired 5 years of significant practical experience in business continuity or disaster recovery planning within the last 10 years. Must pass the MBCP exam ($350). Must complete either a masters case study ($250) examination (passing score is 75%) or directed research. Case study exam lasts approximately 3 1/2 hours and requires written responses. You must also submit an application ($300)
Continuing requirements:
Must earn 80 "continuing education points" over a 2 year period. Must pay annual maintenance fee of $100.
Low Cost:
$900
High Cost:
Not Available
Perks:
logo |
lapel pin |
beta participation |
product discounts |
certificate |
referral service |
private forum |
training discounts |
plaque |
directory listing |
priority support |
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Other Perks:
quarterly newsletter
Online resources:
A document outlining professional practices of business continuity planners can be found at: www.dr.org/ppcont.htm.
Offline resources:
Classroom courses are available. See the organization's Web site.
All certifications from Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) International