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Business Continuity Analyst, Business Continuity Consultant
In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.
The NOC system is updated every 5 years to reflect changes in the labour market. Government forms and labour market data may group and refer to an occupation differently, depending on the system used.
Here is how this occupation has been classified over time.
2006 NOC
2006 NOC-S
2011 NOC
2016 NOC
2021 NOC
2023 OaSIS
*This NOC group is considered similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation. Because this occupation is only similar to the NOC group, related details and labour market information may not be accurate.
Business continuity planners assess risks to the ongoing operation of businesses and make plans to eliminate, reduce, transfer or accept those risks. For example, businesses that handle personal financial transactions online may be susceptible to computer hackers. Business continuity planners recommend ways to reduce company risks and provide step-by-step instructions that assist employees to return operations back to normal as efficiently as possible should a risk become reality.
Larger organizations may need business continuity plans for several types of risks.
In general, business continuity planners:
In times of crisis, business continuity planners:
Business continuity planners work in offices. They may also work off site through the use of mobile technology. When coordinating responses to business disruptions they may work a considerable amount of overtime, including evenings and weekends, in locations that are offsite or related to the disruption.
Business continuity planners need:
They should enjoy:
They should feel comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to decision makers and responding to criticism.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
This chart shows which job skills are currently in highest demand for this occupational group. It was created using this occupation's 101 most recent Alberta job postings, collected between Aug 19, 2023 and Jun 29, 2025.
Review these skills to learn:
| Tasks: Analyze and provide advice on the managerial methods and organization of an establishment | 77 |
|---|---|
| Tasks: Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures | 72 |
| Tasks: Conduct research to determine efficiency and effectiveness of managerial policies and programs | 63 |
| Tasks: Plan the re-organization of operations | 59 |
| Attention to detail | 51 |
| Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years | 43 |
| Tasks: Provide customer service | 36 |
| Construction Specialization: Team player | 34 |
| Construction Specialization: Excellent written communication | 34 |
| Construction Specialization: Organized | 33 |
Most emerging occupations develop from more than one occupation. People working in this occupation may come from a variety of education and training backgrounds. Before enrolling in an education program, prospective students should contact associations and employers in this field to investigate education options and employment possibilities.
Employers generally prefer to hire applicants who have several years of related experience in addition to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or information technology and certification in business continuity planning. Project management skills are a definite asset.
The following schools offer programs or courses that are related to this occupation but are not required to enter the field.
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*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
Completing a program does not guarantee entrance into an occupation. Before enrolling in an education program, prospective students should look into various sources for education options and employment possibilities. For example, contact associations and employers in this field.
Voluntary certification is available from Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) Canada. They offer 4 levels of certification for business continuity professionals
Also, the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) offers several progressive grades of certified membership that lead to internationally recognized credentials in business continuity.
Emerging occupations typically are the result of:
Often there are too few people working in an emerging occupation to gather survey information. Therefore, it can be difficult to define advancement opportunities or employment outlook. Some Albertans already are working in this emerging occupation, but future demand for it is unknown.
Business continuity planners may be self-employed or employed by:
This section shows the industries where the majority of people in this occupation work. The data is based on the 2016 Census.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Professional occupations in business management consulting
2016 NOC: 1122*
78.4% of people in this occupational group work in:
*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
This section shows the short-term demand forecasted for this occupation in Alberta over a 3-year period. It also shows the number of people employed in the occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
Source: 2024-2026 Alberta Short-Term Employment Forecast
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
To see data for all occupations, visit Occupations in Demand.
This section shows the employment outlook for this occupation in Alberta over a 5-year period.
Employment outlook is influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
Explore emerging workplace trends in Alberta that could affect this occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Annual growth is from 2021 to 2025. New positions created each year are in addition to job openings created by employment turnover.
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
Often there are too few people working in an emerging occupation to gather survey information. Therefore, no current provincial salary data is available for this occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
*This data is for a NOC group that is similar to the Business Continuity Planner occupation.
Unless otherwise noted, the data shown here is for all industries and all regions in Alberta.
All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production), and other forms of compensation.
To see the full survey data for this NOC group, visit the wage profile.
Other wage sources
To make an informed wage and salary decision, research other wage sources [pdf] to supplement this data.
High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $27.08 | $54.81 | $39.81 | $39.30 |
| Overall | $30.63 | $68.16 | $48.66 | $48.08 |
| Top | $33.65 | $80.37 | $55.29 | $51.52 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Pay brackets for hourly wages
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $96,073 |
|---|---|
| Construction | $101,330 |
| Manufacturing | $88,964 |
| Wholesale Trade | $66,570 |
| Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Leasing | $77,299 |
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | $109,528 |
| Other Services (Repair, Personal Services and Related) | $74,300 |
| Public Administration | $91,778 |
Business Continuity Institute (BCI) Canada website: www.thebci.org
Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) Canada website: www.dri.ca
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Updated Mar 31, 2021. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.
