--- title: Comparison Between BCM Advanced Level Training Vs WSQ Competency-based Training description: Compare certification courses from BCM Institute with WSQ competency-based training image: https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hubfs/IC_WSQVSCERT_BCM_AD.png --- [![BCMIWhiteLogo.png](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Testing/BCMIWhiteLogo.png?width=556&name=BCMIWhiteLogo.png "BCMIWhiteLogo.png")](http://www.bcm-institute.org/) - [Home](https://www.bcm-institute.org/) - [About Us](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us-3/) - [A President’s Perspective](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/a-presidents-perspective/) - [Our History](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/our-history/) - [Our Advisory Council](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/our-advisory-council/) - [Customers’ Testimonials](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/customers-testimonials/) - [Credential Verification](https://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/credential-verification/) - [Courses](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/blog/course-fees-for-blended-learning-courses-master-catalog) - [ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management System Audit](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/audit/business-continuity-management-audit-courses) - [ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/bcm/business-continuity-management-courses) - [Crisis Communication](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/crisis-communication/crisis-communication-courses) - [Crisis Management](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/en/crisis-management/courses) - [IT Disaster Recovery](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/it-disaster-recovery/courses) - [Operational Resilience](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/operational-resilience/courses) - [Operational Resilience Audit](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/operational-resilience-audit/courses) - [Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/certification/types-of-certifications-offered) - [ISO 22301 BCMS Audit Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/certification/business-continuity-management-audit-certification) - [ISO22301 Business Continuity Management Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/bcm/business-continuity-management-certification) - [Crisis Communication Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/crisis-communication/crisis-communication-certification) - [Crisis Management Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/en/crisis-management/crisis-management-certification) - [IT Disaster Recovery Planning Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/it-disaster-recovery/it-disaster-recovery-certification) - [Operational Resilience Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/operational-resilience/operational-resilience-certification) - [Operational Resilience Audit Certification](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/operational-resilience-audit) - [Seminars](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/meet-the-expert/mte-webinar-mainpage) - [Store](https://www.bcm-institute.org/store-2/) - [Contact Us](http://www.bcm-institute.org/about-us/contact-us/) - - ![Blog_BCM_BackgroundBanner.jpg](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Testing/Blog_BCM_BackgroundBanner.jpg?width=1920&name=Blog_BCM_BackgroundBanner.jpg "Blog_BCM_BackgroundBanner.jpg") # Comparison Between BCM Advanced Level Training Vs WSQ Competency-based Training This table shows the differences between attending **CITREP+ funded** \[from IMDA\] BCM Advanced Level Certification Course (BCM-5000)  Versus **WSQ** \[from SSG\] Competency-based training.  It offers two routes of attaining BCM Institute's professional qualification with the support of two different source of funding from the Singapore government.  WSQ funding is from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and CITREP+ is from Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) [Suhana Sunreh](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/wsq/author/suhana-sunreh) Nov 21, 2019 [![WSQ_GUIDE_BCM](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Button%20CTA/CTA_KNOW%20MORE%20ABOUT/WSQ/WSQ_GUIDE_BCM.png?width=270&name=WSQ_GUIDE_BCM.png)](https://info.bcm-institute.org/pp-bcm-implementing-and-managing-your-business-continuity-management-program)This is the blog you should read if you intend to seek funding for CITREP+ from IMDA or WSQ from SkillsFuture Singapore.  You need to be a Singaporean or a Singapore Permanent Resident (PR). ![BCM_CL_Rotation](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Competency%20Tube%203D/BCM_CL_Rotation.png?width=211&name=BCM_CL_Rotation.png)Given the introduction of competency-based training, we were often asked about the possibility of getting into BCM Institute's certification program.  We must emphasise that the competency-based training funding by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) is independent of our certification program.  However, upon completion of the competency-based training and if you are still keen on pursuing our certification program, there is a "bridging" route for you. There are 2 ‘routes’ to getting your intermediate-level BCM certification or Business Continuity Certified Specialist (BCCS) certification. One will be via the competency track, and another will be the certification track. But what are the differences between these 2 tracks, and which should you attend? The main differences that may affect your decision to follow either one of the tracks will probably be course duration and the course fee. The comparison below could give you a better picture of the best track you should be on.   | **Track** | **Competency** | **Certification** | | --- | --- | --- | | **Course Code** | ![WSQ](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/Logo%20WSQ/WSQ.png?width=149&name=WSQ.png) WSQ-[BCM-310](https://www.bcm-institute.org/courses/business-continuity-management-courses-2/bcm-competency-courses/competency-level-300/bcm-310-assessing-risk-and-business-impact-requirements/), [BCM-320](https://www.bcm-institute.org/courses/business-continuity-management-courses-2/bcm-competency-courses/competency-level-300/bcm-320-developing-business-continuity-strategies-and-plans/) and [BCM-330](https://www.bcm-institute.org/courses/business-continuity-management-courses-2/bcm-competency-courses/competency-level-300/bcm-330-testing-and-exercising-business-continuity-plans/) | **![CITREP Logo](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/CITREP%20IMDA%20LOGO/CITREP%20Logo.png?width=154&name=CITREP%20Logo.png)** **BCM-5000** ISO22301 Business Continuity Management System Manager Expert Implementer Course code for blended learning: **BL-B-5** | | **Course Duration** | Attend three separate days of the course with a 1.5-hour assessment on a separate date | **Classroom**: 4 consecutive days + 3.5 hours exam on a separate date **Blended Learning**: 4 modules spanning over ten weeks + 3.5 hours exam on a separate date | | **Course Content and Assessment/ Examination** | | | | **Course Content** | The fundamental theory of BCM and basic understanding of how to implement the five key components: \[1\] Risk Analysis and Review; \[2\] Business Impact Analysis; \[3\] BC Strategy, \[4\] Plan Development and \[5\] Testing and Exercising.   BCM-310 BCM-320 BCM-300 \[Click to find out more about the course content for Days 1 to 3\] | The fundamental theory of BCM on the 1st day, followed by a practical hands-on BCM phase (similar to the five components mentioned in the competency-based training) template used on the 2nd day. In Day or Module 3 and 4, participants learn to manage and maintain the BCM plan from its initial stage of implementation through its various stages of maturity in the last two days.   Course Content 1 2 3 4 \[Click to find out more about the course content for Module (Day) 1 to 4.\] | | **Assessment and Examination** | 1 WSQ Assessment for all three courses  + 1 Qualifying Business Continuity Certified Specialist (BCCS) Exam \[Not part of the WSQ scheme\] | 1 Qualifying Business Continuity Certified Expert (BCCE) Exam I complimentary re-examination (If necessary) | | **Certification Awarded and Eligibility** | | | | **Certification Awarded Upon Passing** | **[![BCCP Business Continuity Certified Planner Certification (Size 50)](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/582f301a-6789-4ced-9b8c-f18f467dacad.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/582f301a-6789-4ced-9b8c-f18f467dacad)** | **[![BCCP Business Continuity Certified Planner Certification (Size 50)](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/582f301a-6789-4ced-9b8c-f18f467dacad.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/582f301a-6789-4ced-9b8c-f18f467dacad)** | | **Highest Eligible Certification** *\[Click the certification icon to find out more about the requirement\]* | [![BCCS Business Continuity Certified Specialist Certification (Size 50)](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/5530285c-28d3-4e00-8b06-6b8571f412be.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/5530285c-28d3-4e00-8b06-6b8571f412be) | [![BCCE Business Continuity Certified Expert Certification](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/4d56f2a8-253b-41e9-a49e-006ae7f9f099.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/4d56f2a8-253b-41e9-a49e-006ae7f9f099) | | **Course Fee (Before and After Funding)** | | | | **Cost before funding** | SGD 2,400 + SGD 200 (exams fees) = SGD 2,600 Refer to [Company-sponsored](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/wsq/skillsfuture-funding-for-wsq-bcm-courses-available-for-company-sponsored-participants) or [Self-sponsored](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/wsq/skillsfuture-funding-for-wsq-bcm-courses-available-for-self-sponsored-participants) for a detailed explanation. | SGD 3,850  Refer to [What is the Specific Funding for the Advanced Level BCM Certification Course](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/bcm/singapore-government-funding-citrep-for-advanced-level-bcm-certification-course-bcm-5000) for a detailed explanation. | | **Cost after funding (for Singaporean age 40 years and above)** | SGD 720 + SGD 200 = SGD 920 | SGD 850 [*\[Click for additional SkillsFuture Credit funding\]*](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/bcm/citrep-skillsfuture-credit-what-is-the-specific-funding-for-the-advanced-level-bcm-certification-course-bcm-5000) | | ****Cost after funding (for Singaporean age 39 years and below)**** | SGD 1200 + SGD 200 = SGD 1400 | SGD 1155 | | **Cost for Corporate In-house training** | No difference in fee is still payable under the age group.  Based on the age of 40 years and above or 39 years and below | Regardless of age group, every participant will pay SGD 850. | | **Comparison Between WSQ and CITREP+ Funded Programme** | | | | **Advantages (Course Fee)** | SGD 720 nett for all participants above 40 years of age | SGD 850 nett for expert-level training provides the most comprehensive knowledge, even if you are a beginner. | | ****Disadvantages (Course Fee)**** | SGD 1200 for participants under the age of 39 years of age.  Compared to CITREP+ of SGD 850 | After the course and exam completion, you have to pay SGD 3,850 first and be refunded SGD 3,000. | | ****Advantages (Course Content)**** | Useful for beginners or professional who requires to have a complete set of knowledge on business continuity | Useful for both beginners and experienced professionals.  Awarded BCCP immediately after completion of the course and can proceed to be awarded a specialist or expert certification based on your experience.  | | **Disadvantages (Course Content)** | Entry-level training to gear participants to the level of BCCS | Have to spend one more course day or six more contact hours as compared to WSQ | | **Do You Want Us to Contact You?** | [![TMM \[WSQ BCM-310\] ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/b444171e-f81d-41c5-bc2a-c5728c5ef271.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/b444171e-f81d-41c5-bc2a-c5728c5ef271) [![TMM \[WSQ BCM-320\] ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/deace48e-f01d-4530-a35b-0975e7985908.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/deace48e-f01d-4530-a35b-0975e7985908) [![TMM \[WSQ BCM-330\] ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/c627ff39-29e6-454d-b246-bf60b6d4ec12.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/c627ff39-29e6-454d-b246-bf60b6d4ec12) | [![Tell Me More About BCM-5000](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/dc84cae4-57d4-4bfd-ab1c-0dedc4331c83.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/dc84cae4-57d4-4bfd-ab1c-0dedc4331c83) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/46460171-c91a-4936-9bb2-8dc5928a0e02.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/46460171-c91a-4936-9bb2-8dc5928a0e02) | ##### Can I Advance to the expert level via WSQ Competency Track? Yes, that is possible. You can bridge over to attempt the Qualifying Business Continuity Certified Expert (BCCE) Exam by attending the [BCM-400 ISO22301 BCMS Manager](Complete%20Your%20Final%20Installment%20of%20Advanced%20Level%20[BCM-400]%20Training%20Course) course.   Please feel free to send us a note if you have any of these questions to [sales.ap@bcm-institute.org](mailto:sales.ap@bcm-institute.org) ---   #### Find out more about Blended Learning BCM-5000 \[BL-B-5\] [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/46460171-c91a-4936-9bb2-8dc5928a0e02.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/46460171-c91a-4936-9bb2-8dc5928a0e02)   [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/21525c10-4003-4934-95fc-fe218174bc5b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/21525c10-4003-4934-95fc-fe218174bc5b) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/1cb17ac7-50b2-4f88-bc4b-c7444e4b57b5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/1cb17ac7-50b2-4f88-bc4b-c7444e4b57b5)        [![ FAQ BL-B-5 BCM-5000](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/9c199ae8-c470-4bb7-9612-73c7a084e94c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/9c199ae8-c470-4bb7-9612-73c7a084e94c)[![FAQ \[BL-B-3\]](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/b3824ba1-7aa1-4eb6-bef8-94f57121c5ae.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/b3824ba1-7aa1-4eb6-bef8-94f57121c5ae)    Please feel free to send us a note if you have any of these questions to [sales.ap@bcm-institute.org](mailto:sales.ap@bcm-institute.org)            | #### WSQ Course Offerings | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | |   |   |   |   | | **Business Continuity Management** | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/d64b257e-c910-4d89-826c-a6a93675f152.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/d64b257e-c910-4d89-826c-a6a93675f152) | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/b6e0178b-6159-4ee3-af90-d8a153a7c1a9.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/b6e0178b-6159-4ee3-af90-d8a153a7c1a9) | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/6fcb191b-6db4-4b98-8b40-3f262240aaee.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/6fcb191b-6db4-4b98-8b40-3f262240aaee) | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/3c8cf880-9d18-4d01-b1cf-4258128f78a3.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/3c8cf880-9d18-4d01-b1cf-4258128f78a3) | |   | **WSQ-BCM-310** | **WSQ-BCM-320** | **WSQ-BCM-330** | **WSQ-BCM-470** | | **Crisis Management** | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/c32c6eb7-e7f8-459c-a983-2818f5627688.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/c32c6eb7-e7f8-459c-a983-2818f5627688) | [![\[WSQ-CM-460\] Course Overview: Executing And Managing Crisis Management Plan](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/29629b5a-8134-4f00-8f82-0bff27e5076e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/29629b5a-8134-4f00-8f82-0bff27e5076e) |   |   | |   | **WSQ-CM-360** | **WSQ-CM-460** |   |   | | **Crisis Communication** | [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/9cc3b57b-9669-4842-8128-06b84f7f57ff.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/9cc3b57b-9669-4842-8128-06b84f7f57ff) | [![\[WSQ-CM-460\] Course Overview: Executing And Managing Crisis Management Plan](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/29629b5a-8134-4f00-8f82-0bff27e5076e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/29629b5a-8134-4f00-8f82-0bff27e5076e) |   |   | |   | **WSQ-CC-350** | **WSQ-CC-450** |   |   | Please feel free to send us a note if you have any of these questions to [sales.ap@bcm-institute.org](mailto:sales.ap@bcm-institute.org) ### Your Comments Here : ### More Posts [![New Call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/04334171-099a-49e5-becc-c8c082c7947f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/04334171-099a-49e5-becc-c8c082c7947f) ![BCMIWhiteLogoSmall.png](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Testing/BCMIWhiteLogoSmall.png?width=72&name=BCMIWhiteLogoSmall.png "BCMIWhiteLogoSmall.png") All rights reserved. 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