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Business Continuity Analyst
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.
This occupation has not yet received an official NOC code. However, it is considered similar to the following historical NOC codes. CAUTION—As this occupation is only similar to these NOC codes, related details and labour market information may not be accurate:
| Starting | $39.61 |
|---|---|
| Overall | $47.85 |
| Top | $56.44 |
Business continuity planners assess risks to the ongoing operation of businesses and make plans to mitigate, 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 co-ordinating 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 analyzing organizational methods and conducting research, taking charge of situations, and providing critical assessments and constructive advice. They should feel comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to decision makers and responding to criticism.
This chart shows which job skills are currently in highest demand for this occupational group. It was created using this occupation's 13 most recent Alberta job postings, collected between Nov 18, 2020 and May 11, 2021.
Review these skills to learn:
| Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures | 13 |
|---|---|
| Conduct research to determine efficiency and effectiveness of managerial policies and programs | 13 |
| Analyze and provide advice on the managerial methods and organization of an establishment | 12 |
| Area of Specialization: Business management | 9 |
| Personal Suitability: Accurate | 9 |
| Personal Suitability: Excellent oral communication | 9 |
| Personal Suitability: Excellent written communication | 9 |
| Personal Suitability: Client focus | 9 |
| Personal Suitability: Organized | 9 |
| Business Equipment and Computer Applications: MS Excel | 8 |
Most emerging occupations develop from more than one occupation, so business continuity planners may come from a variety of educational and training backgrounds. Prior to enrolling in an educational program, prospective students should contact associations and employers in this field to investigate educational 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.
For a broad list of programs and courses that may be related to this occupation try searching using keywords.
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 result from:
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 business continuity planners is unknown.
Business continuity planners may be self-employed or employed by:
Business continuity planners are part of the larger 2011 National Occupational Classification 1122: Professional occupations in business management consulting. In Alberta, 75% of people employed in this classification work in the following industries:
The employment outlook (PDF) in this occupation will be influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
Often there are too few people working in an emerging occupation to gather survey information. Therefore, no current salary data is available for this occupation.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $23.08 | $62.50 | $39.61 | $38.46 |
| Overall | $27.64 | $77.18 | $47.85 | $45.92 |
| Top | $31.20 | $109.13 | $56.44 | $51.49 |
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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.
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.
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | $104,411 |
|---|---|
| Wholesale Trade | $95,035 |
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $92,531 |
| Public Administration | $91,470 |
| Manufacturing | $89,717 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | $85,756 |
| Educational Services | $85,583 |
| Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Leasing | $71,836 |
| Other Services (Repair, Personal Services and Related) | $69,743 |
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, 2017. 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.