What is a continuity manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a continuity manager

1. Explore continuity manager education requirements

   Most common continuity manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   55.1 %

   Master's

   17.8 %

   Associate

   13.1 %

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2. Start to develop specific continuity manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Patient Care	53.99%
   Account Executives	12.28%
   Direct Reports	10.59%
   Impact Analysis	8.23%
   Business Impact Analysis	3.96%

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3. Complete relevant continuity manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New continuity managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a continuity manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real continuity manager resumes.

4. Research continuity manager duties and responsibilities

   • Lead emergency operation procedures for mobility business continuity plans during regional/national disaster events, and declare emergencies to support business customers.
   • Complete custodian searches for clients as requested via RFP process.
   • Follow standards set by ITIL and policies make by govt to provide exceptional support.
   • Train staff of new process with metrics that increase level of maturity on all changes.

5. Apply for continuity manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a continuity manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams