CBCP – Certified Business Continuity Professional
🧭 Overview
CBCP – Certified Business Continuity Professional is a globally recognized credential offered by the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRI). It is designed for professionals responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining business continuity and disaster recovery programs across organizations.
The CBCP designation affirms expertise in risk assessment, business impact analysis, continuity planning, crisis communication, and recovery strategies. It is ideal for those managing operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk in sectors such as insurance, finance, healthcare, and government.
📚 Requirements
- Minimum of two years’ experience in business continuity or a related field
- Completion of DRI’s Business Continuity course or equivalent training
- Pass the CBCP certification exam (multiple-choice format)
- Submit a detailed application documenting professional experience across DRI’s Professional Practices
- Continuing education: 80 CEAPs (Continuing Education Activity Points) every two years
🤝 Community & Recognition
CBCP holders are part of DRI’s international network of certified resilience professionals. The designation is recognized by regulatory bodies, insurers, and enterprise risk teams. CBCPs often serve as continuity managers, risk officers, and crisis response leaders, contributing to organizational preparedness and recovery planning.
📜 Quick Facts
Issuing Organization: Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRI)
Website: CBCP Program Overview
Credential Focus: Business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience
Audience: Continuity planners, risk managers, compliance officers, IT recovery leads
Continuing Education: 80 CEAPs every two years
Related Designations: ABCP, MBCP, ISO 22301 Lead Auditor, CRMP
