Comparison Between BCM WSQ Competency-based Vs Non-WSQ Training

You may have just completed reading what are the frequently asked questions when attending the non-WSQ courses. Now, you would like to know the detailed comparison between the advanced level of Business Continuity Management (BCM) WSQ competency-based training and the BCM certification course offered by BCM Institute.

BCM_CL_Rotation IC_WSQVSCERT_BCM_AD Because of the introduction of competency-based training, we were often asked about the possibility of getting into BCM Institute's certification program. We must emphasize that the competency-based training funding by SkillFuture Singapore is independent of our certification program. However, upon completing 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 two tracks, and which one should you attend?

The main differences that may affect your decision to follow either 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.


	WSQ-BCM-310	WSQ-BCM-320	WSQ-BCM-330	BCM-5000

Track	Competency	Certification
Course Code	WSQ BCM-310, BCM-320 and BCM-330 + BCCS Exams + BCM-400 ISO22301 Business Continuity Management System Manager	BCM-5000 ISO22301 Business Continuity Management System Manager Expert Implementer
Course duration	Attend three separate days of course with a 1.5-hour assessment on a separate date + 2.5 hours of exams + Four 1/2 days + 3.5 hours exams on a separate date	4 consecutive days + 3.5 hours of exams on a separate date
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. Manage and maintain the BCM plan from its initial stage of implementation right through its various stages of maturity.	The fundamental theory of BCM on the 1^st day followed by a practical hands-on BCM phase (similar to the five components mentioned in the competency-based training) template used on 2^nd day and Managing and maintaining the BCM plan from its initial stage of implementation right through its various stages of maturity on the last 2 days.
Instructor/ Facilitator	Must attain WSQ Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) awarded by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)	Senior industry professionals with a minimum of 10 years of BCM experience
Cost	SGD 300 for Singaporeans aged 40 years and above OR SGD 650 for Singaporeans aged 39 years and below + SGD 200 for Qualifying BCCS exam to obtain an internationally recognized BCM certificate + SGD 2,400 for BCM-400 Final total fee: SGD 2900 for Singaporeans aged 40 years and above SGD 3250 for Singaporeans aged 40 years and above Refer to Company-sponsored or Self-sponsored for a detailed explanation.	SGD 3,850 (before CITREP+ funding) SGD 850 for Singaporeans aged 40 years and above SGD 1,155 for Singaporeans aged 39 years and below Refer to What is the Specific Funding for the Advanced Level BCM Certification Course for a detailed explanation.
Funding	All course fees have been funded based on the SSG's criteria	CITREP+ from IMDA
Certificate	3 WSQ Statement of Attainment certificate	Certificate of Attendance
Certification	Business Continuity Certified Planner (BCCP) certificate upon passing the Qualifying Business Continuity Certified Specialist exam. For professionals with 1 or 3 years of experience, you are eligible to apply for BCCS / BCCE Certification	Business Continuity Certified Planner (BCCP) certificate upon passing the Qualifying Business Continuity Certified Specialist exam. For professionals with 1 or 3 years of experience, you are eligible to apply for BCCS / BCCE Certification
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WSQ Course Offerings

Business Continuity Management
	WSQ-BCM-310	WSQ-BCM-320	WSQ-BCM-330	WSQ-BCM-470
Crisis Management
	WSQ-CM-360	WSQ-CM-460
Crisis Communication
	WSQ-CC-350	WSQ-CC-450