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Crisis Management –Guidance and Good Practice
Course Description
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, organizations face an increasing number of complex challenges that can escalate into full-blown crises if not properly managed. A crisis, whether it be a natural disaster, cybersecurity breach, supply chain disruption, or public relations scandal, can have devastating consequences for a business's reputation, operations, and bottom line. The ability to respond effectively to a crisis is not just a competitive advantage; it is a necessity for survival in a globalized, highly scrutinized marketplace. The Crisis Management Mastery: Developing Strategic Leadership and Response Plans training course is a comprehensive and intensive program designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to anticipate, manage, and recover from crises. Throughout the course, participants will learn how to take control in high-pressure situations, minimize damage, and ensure that their organization emerges stronger and more resilient. Effective crisis management is not just about reacting in the moment; it is about having robust structures and procedures in place to prepare for potential threats, mitigate risks, and lead recovery efforts. The best-prepared organizations can navigate crises with confidence, transforming them into opportunities for growth, learning, and improvement. This five-day training will cover all critical aspects of crisis management, including risk assessment, crisis communication, decision-making under pressure, post-crisis recovery, and leadership in turbulent times. Through interactive workshops, real-life case studies, and crisis simulations, participants will develop practical skills that can be immediately applied to their roles. The course blends theory and hands-on practice to ensure that every participant leaves equipped to handle the unpredictable nature of crises with poise and professionalism. In a world where crises can strike at any moment—from viral social media posts to catastrophic natural events—organizations need leaders who can think clearly, act decisively, and communicate effectively. This course is designed for those who want to be those leaders, turning chaos into order and ensuring the long-term resilience of their organization.

At the end of this course, participants will have:

  • Built a comprehensive crisis management plan.
  • Developed strong crisis communication and leadership skills.
  • Practiced decision-making under pressure through simulations and role-plays.
  • Gained actionable insights from real-world crisis case studies.
  • Learned how to continuously improve crisis preparedness for future challenges.

Participants will leave the course with detailed templates, tools, and resources to apply directly in their organizations.

At the end of this course, participants will have:

  • Built a comprehensive crisis management plan.
  • Developed strong crisis communication and leadership skills.
  • Practiced decision-making under pressure through simulations and role-plays.
  • Gained actionable insights from real-world crisis case studies.
  • Learned how to continuously improve crisis preparedness for future challenges.

Participants will leave the course with detailed templates, tools, and resources to apply directly in their organizations.

This course is designed for professionals who may be responsible for managing or responding to crises within their organizations. The following groups will particularly benefit from this training:

Senior Executives and Board Members: To understand strategic crisis management and ensure corporate resilience.

Crisis Management Teams: Including heads of departments such as risk management, legal, public relations, and security.

Emergency Response Coordinators and Planners: Responsible for crafting and executing emergency and crisis management plans.

Public Relations and Communication Officers: To learn how to handle media, public relations, and reputation management during crises.

HR and Personnel Managers: Dealing with employee safety, morale, and communication during crisis scenarios.

Government Officials and Policy Makers: Especially those involved in public safety, disaster preparedness, and emergency response planning.

Business Continuity and Risk Managers: To ensure ongoing operations and organizational recovery during and after a crisis

This course is designed to be interactive and engaging, with a mix of the following methods:

· Lectures and Presentations: Introducing key concepts, strategies, and best practices.

· Workshops and Group Discussions: Collaborating on case studies and crisis management scenarios.

· Practical Exercises: Simulations, role-playing, and hands-on crisis management planning.

· Case Studies: Real-life examples to explore both successful and failed crisis management efforts.

· Live Simulations: Crisis scenario-based exercises that challenge participants to apply what they’ve learned in real-time.

Day 1: Foundations of Crisis Management

1. Introduction to Crisis Management

  • Definition and types of crises (internal vs. external, sudden vs. smoldering)
  • Importance of crisis management in modern organizations
  • Case studies: Famous crises and how they were (or weren’t) managed well

2. Crisis Lifecycle

  • The stages of a crisis: pre-crisis, crisis, post-crisis
  • Identifying signals of a potential crisis
  • Crisis escalation and tipping points

3. Crisis Management Frameworks

  • Best practices and established crisis management frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301, BCM standards)
  • Developing a tailored crisis management model for your organization

Day 2: Crisis Planning and Risk Assessment

1. Risk Assessment and Crisis Prevention

  • Techniques for identifying and assessing risks
  • Mapping out organizational vulnerabilities
  • Scenario planning and likelihood vs. impact analysis

2. Building a Crisis Management Plan

  • Components of an effective crisis management plan
  • Roles and responsibilities in a crisis management team
  • Developing crisis response protocols, triggers, and procedures

3. Creating a Crisis Response Team (CRT)

  • Team structure and selecting the right people for your crisis response
  • Training and preparing the CRT for different types of crises
  • Internal coordination and chain of command

Day 3: Crisis Communication and Stakeholder Management

1. Effective Crisis Communication

  • Importance of timely and transparent communication during a crisis
  • Best practices for communicating with employees, stakeholders, and the public
  • The role of social media and traditional media in crisis communication

2. Media Handling and Public Relations

  • Handling media inquiries and interviews under pressure
  • Press release drafting and crisis press conference management
  • Preventing misinformation and handling social media backlash

3. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Identifying and managing key internal and external stakeholders
  • Communicating with regulators, customers, investors, and partners
  • Managing corporate reputation during a crisis

Day 4: Crisis Leadership and Decision-Making

1. Leadership in Crisis

  • Characteristics of effective crisis leaders
  • Maintaining clarity, authority, and calmness under pressure
  • Decision-making frameworks for high-stress, fast-paced situations

2. Psychological and Emotional Aspects of Crisis Management

  • Managing team morale and stress during a crisis
  • Understanding and addressing the human impact of crises
  • Leading with empathy while maintaining control and direction

3. Crisis Response in Real Time

  • Time-sensitive decision-making strategies
  • Delegation and trust-building within crisis teams
  • Balancing operational demands with ethical considerations

Day 5: Post-Crisis Recovery and Analysis

1. Crisis Resolution and Business Continuity

  • Transitioning from crisis management to recovery
  • Ensuring business continuity and operational resilience
  • Rebuilding trust and repairing relationships with stakeholders

2. Post-Crisis Evaluation and After-Action Review

  • Conducting a thorough post-crisis analysis and lessons-learned session
  • Identifying systemic issues and making improvements for future crises
  • Updating the crisis management plan and ensuring it evolves

3. Resilience Building and Future Crisis Preparedness

  • Building a culture of preparedness and resilience
  • Continuous training, testing, and auditing of crisis response plans
  • Incorporating new risks (e.g., cybersecurity, climate change) into crisis planning

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.

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Course Rounds

5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
HSE253-01
2026-04-12
Jeddah
USD 5450
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HSE253-02
2026-06-01
Istanbul
USD 5950
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HSE253-03
2026-08-23
Dubai
USD 5450
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HSE253-04
2026-11-29
Dubai
USD 5450
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