Training Overview
See a summary of all our training options one page. All courses are currently available online.
Group Training
The leader in business continuity education and certification across many industries, DRI International offers team training designed to fit the needs of every organization, from private corporations to the public sector and everywhere in-between.
Higher Education
DRI International offers colleges and universities the opportunity to familiarize their students with information on business continuity professions and certifications recognized by private and public sector organizations around the world.
Certification Overview
Certification is a two-part process; verification of knowledge and confirmation of experience.
Value of Certification
A DRI International certification is the most widely recognized and respected business continuity certification in the world. DRI only certifies professionals that have demonstrated both knowledge and experience in the business continuity and/or disaster recovery profession.
Digital Badge Program
Learn more about how to unlock your DRI digital badge and display your DRI certification to enhance your online professional profile today.
Maintain Certification
Maintaining your DRI International certification carries two requirements; an annual maintenance fee as well as Continuing Education Activity Points (CEAP).
Be a part of the premier business continuity conference. Register now for DRI2026 in Jacksonville, Florida, Feb. 22-25, 2026.
Meet DRI
We speak at numerous industry events around the globe and engage with our community in a variety of ways. Find out where you can meet DRI.
Thought Leadership
Through committees and other initiatives, we publish research and insights about the profession. Explore our library and other resources.
Webinars
DRI International webinars cover vital resilience issues, engaging and informing professionals in the field. See what's coming up next and view previously broadcast presentations here.
Hiring Guide
Learn how to hire the right business continuity professionals that will enable your organization to withstand any crisis and come through even stronger with the DRI Hiring Guide. Download now.
What is Business Continuity Management (BCM)?
BCM is a holistic management process that identifies potential threats to an organization and the impacts to business operations those threats, if realized, might cause, and which provides a framework for building organizational resilience.
DRI in the News
We reach out and engage as many audiences as possible using broad media coverage to provide a forum for discussion. We serve as a trusted resource to other professions and the general public.
Amazon’s Worldwide Web Outage: What Happened?
October 20 saw global chaos online, as Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud storage platform that hosts thousands of apps and websites, was down for hours. In that time, online activities around the world were unavailable, shining a light on just how vulnerable our interconnected technologies are. On Thursday, Oct. 23, Amazon released a statement […] View More
Collaborative Partner Spotlight: October 2025 and Beyond
As the leading nonprofit helping organizations around the world prepare for and recover from disasters, DRI relies on groups that promote greater resiliency. We encourage our Certified Professionals to support these valuable partners. Business Resiliency Professionals of Wisconsin – BRPW’s next online meeting will be held Oct. 9, on the subject of AI and business resiliency. […] View More
Cyber Resilience: Q&A With Rob Zegarra
As part of this year’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we spoke with Roberto Zegarra, DRI Director of Education and instructor of the Cyber Resilience course, which has been recently updated to address current cyber concerns. Q: From your perspective, what is the current relationship between cybersecurity and business continuity? RZ: That’s a great question – […] View More
Join DRI for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a perfect time to promote cyber resilience in your organization. DRI is here with resources you can use! Register for Training – Take the first step toward a Cyber Resilience certification and sign up now for our information-packed Cyber Resilience course This course has been newly updated to […] View More
Ticketmaster Breach May Have Exposed Millions of Users’ Data
In a year where the company is already under fire from the U.S. Department of Justice and summer concert goers balking at high prices, news of a massive data breach is yet another black eye for Ticketmaster. Live Nation Entertainment, Ticketmaster’s parent company, disclosed a breach of its database to the Securities and Exchange Commission, […] View More
Cybersecurity Guidance for High-Risk Nonprofits on the Heels of the Latest Healthcare Breach
With healthcare providers like Ascension hindered by cyberattacks, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) offers guidance for these at-risk organizations. In early May, Ascension, a major U.S. healthcare network, was hit by a ransomware attack that impacted hospitals across 19 states. This forced the organization to revert to “downtime procedures” – meaning paper records […] View More
US Agencies Sound the Alert on Critical Infrastructure Resilience
With critical national infrastructure (CNI) under constant and evolving cyber threats, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is heading up a new initiative to harden systems ahead of a disruption. November is Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month, and CISA has launched its new “Shields Ready” campaign, developed with the Department of Homeland Security […] View More
Business Continuity Awareness Week: Cyber Resilience
Today’s Business Continuity Awareness Week subject spotlights cyber resilience! Organizations today are confronted by a wide range of cyberattacks, and your organization is no exception. There are countless opportunities for hackers to cause massive disruptions, all of which will require a response that will involve you. DRI’s Cyber Resilience course prepare you to address cyber […] View MoreRansomware Roundup: Cities and Schools Are High-Profile Targets
IT budget constraints and lack of dedicated resources make public networks used by cities and schools enticing targets for cybercriminals. These recent cases show just how fast ransomware attacks can disrupt unprepared organizations. Oakland, CA declared a local state of emergency after a Feb. 8 ransomware attack because of the impact of a ransomware attack […] View MoreThe Threat of Cyber Attacks is Taking a Serious Psychological Toll on Security Professionals
Are you confident your BCM strategies can withstand a successful cyber attack? If you’re concerned about your organization’s capabilities, you’re far from alone, according the new research. A Wakefield Research study based on responses from 1,600 security and IT leaders worldwide found that 92% are concerned they will be unable to maintain business continuity if […] View More
