The Gap No One Talks About
You know the standard.
Implementing it is a different matter.
ISO 22361:2022 is clear on what crisis communication should achieve. Clause 8 spells out the principles. But nowhere does it tell you how to build the plan, train the team, draft the holding statements, or run the simulation under the pressure of a real crisis.
Meanwhile, the stakes are rising. NIS2, DORA, and the UK Operational Resilience framework now explicitly require crisis communication capability. Boards are asking tough questions. Regulators are inspecting. And when the crisis hits, "we read the standard" will not be an acceptable answer.
You need implementation skills. Not more theory.
The Bridge Between Standard and Practice
ISO 22361 Crisis Communication
Implementation Programme
This programme closes the implementation gap using field-tested methodologies behind every RiskComms Academy programme. Every exercise, template, and case study is designed around a single question: how does a communication professional actually execute Clause 8 in a real organisation, drawing on 25 years of field deployment?
You will not sit a certification exam. You will build a crisis communication capability — with practical frameworks you can deploy the day you return to work.
Three formats. Your schedule. Your learning style.
Choose Your Learning Format
Three formats,
one practical approach.
Self-Paced Online
~8–10 hours | On-demand
Learn ISO 22361 crisis communication implementation at your own pace, wherever you are. Immediate access to all modules, downloadable templates, and practical exercises.
Best for: Self-directed professionals who need flexibility around demanding schedules, building organisational capability solo.
EUR 649–849 / USD 715–935 per person
Learn More — Self-Paced OnlineCohort-Based Online
15–17 hours over 6 weeks | Live + async
Live sessions with Philippe Borremans and structured asynchronous work over six weeks. Accountability, peer discussion, and direct feedback on your implementation plans.
Best for: Professionals who want the discipline of a schedule and the richness of peer exchange.
EUR 1,290–1,690 / USD 1,420–1,860 per person
Learn More — Cohort CourseFace-to-Face Executive Workshop
16 hours over 2 days | In-person
Two intensive days of hands-on implementation work with Philippe Borremans and a small group of senior professionals. Delivered in major business centres worldwide.
Best for: Communication directors, C-suite sponsors, and teams aligning on crisis capability in a focused, distraction-free environment.
EUR 1,890–2,990 / USD 2,080–3,290 per person
Learn More — Executive WorkshopWhy This Programme, Why Now
Built by someone who has
actually done this work.
This programme dedicates 100% of its content to ISO 22361 Clause 8 crisis communication implementation. Every module, template, and case study is designed around a single question: how does a communication professional actually execute Clause 8 in a real organisation?
Every module is designed by Philippe Borremans, a practitioner with 25+ years directing crisis communication for WHO, IAEA, ICRC, ECDC, and GCC government agencies across 50+ countries.
The content is aligned with ISO 22361 — and goes further, applying methodologies tested in real emergencies and built for implementation, not just awareness.
Regulators are raising the bar. This programme helps you clear it.
Your Instructor
Philippe Borremans
Crisis, Risk & Emergency Communication Consultant
Philippe does not teach crisis communication from theory. He has built and run crisis communication functions for the world's most demanding organisations — from the World Health Organization to the International Atomic Energy Agency, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and GCC government agencies.
He is a former President of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA). He hosts the weekly Wag The Dog newsletter, read by nearly 2,000 practitioners.
"When you enrol, you learn from the person who wrote the framework."
The Crisis Preparedness Gap — By the Numbers
Source: Business Continuity Institute, 2024 — verify citation before publishing
75.1%
of organisations activated crisis teams in 2024
Crisis frequency is operational reality, not theory
22.4%
rate their crisis capabilities 'excellent'
Most teams are underprepared when activation happens
27%
say their teams are not appropriately trained
Training investment lags behind crisis frequency
84.4%
plan to increase crisis training investment
Organisations are prioritising capability
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions
Is this an ISO certification programme?
No. This is an ISO 22361 implementation programme, You will not sit a certification exam, and this course is not endorsed by ISO. What you will do is learn exactly how to implement ISO 22361:2022 Clause 8 in your organisation — with practical templates, frameworks, and exercises. You will receive a Certificate of Completion from RiskComms Academy acknowledging your professional development hours.
Which course format is right for me?
Choose Foundation Collection (Self-Paced) for maximum flexibility. Choose Practice Collection (Cohort) if you benefit from live interaction, peer discussion, and structured accountability over six weeks. Choose Transformation Collection (Face-to-Face) for the deepest, most immersive experience, or if you're sending a team. Still unsure? Get in touch and I'll recommend the right fit.
Do I need prior crisis communication experience?
This programme is designed for experienced communication professionals. It is not an introductory course. If you are currently responsible for crisis communication, reputation management, or business continuity planning, you have the right background.
Can my team attend together?
Yes. Group pricing is available for 3 or more attendees on the Practice and Transformation formats. Enquire about team rates for your organisation — or ask about a Bespoke Engagement if you need the programme delivered exclusively for your team.
What does the Certificate of Completion mean?
It verifies you have completed the professional training hours in ISO 22361 crisis communication implementation. It is a professional development credential — not an ISO certification. You can list it on your CV and LinkedIn profile.
Your Crisis Communication Capability Starts Here
Every day without a tested, ISO 22361-aligned crisis communication plan is a day your organisation remains exposed. Regulators are inspecting. Boards are asking. And the next crisis is already on its way.
Questions? Get in touch via the contact form. I normally respond within one business day.