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The Institute of Risk Management

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Contents 1. The Institute of Risk Management 2. IRM Training 3. Our Courses 4. e-Learning & Webinars 5. Corporate Training 6. Accreditation 7. IRM Advisory 8. Meet our trainers 9. All Training Courses 10. All e-Learning Courses

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The Institute of Risk Management The Institute of Risk Management (IRM) is the leading professional body for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). We provide globally recognised qualifications and training, publish Thought Leadership and run insightful events, all of which are underpinned by our professional standards, defining the requirements risk managers need to meet.

Introduction By these means, we help organisations and individuals build excellence in risk management and raise awareness of risk across society so that they protect value and take advantage of opportunity. The Institute of Risk Management (IRM) was founded in April 1986 as an awarding organisation to meet the growing demand for a diploma-level qualification in risk management. We now deliver general and specialist training courses, events, Enterprise Risk magazine and a variety of other resources to underpin the development of risk professionals across the world.

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IRM Training All IRM courses are based on the concept of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), covering a wide range of topics. The courses are set to the international standards of ISO 31000, and each course is aligned to a specific part of the ISO framework to help you identify the most suitable course. With practical case studies and exercises, you will use valuable tools and techniques to assess different aspects of risk management, which you can put to use straight away upon returning to work. In addition to being practical and interactive, the courses allow you to log CPD hours, and some offer accreditation. Industry experts deliver all courses, so you can immediately apply the latest best practices.

Trainers Each trainer is an IRM approved trainer, this means they have gone through a lengthy assessment and evaluation process to ensure their skill set and experience is broad, extensive and relevant to each subject matter. Our trainers are highly skilled, personable and have an in-depth knowledge of their subject field. They are very hands-on and will help you apply the learning materials to your individual needs. All training courses available through the IRM can be found on our website. If you would like to discuss any courses in particular please contact our training team at training@theirm.org.

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Our Courses Course bookings can be made online, or you can complete the attached form and get in touch directly with our training team to book your place. Please note that some courses book out months in advance, and places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Through expert-led learning, real-world case studies, and flexible study options, you’ll gain the confidence to identify, assess, and respond to risks that impact organisational success. With IRM Training, you can: Stand out in a competitive job market and demonstrate your commitment to best practice. Build in-demand risk management skills that apply across industries. Learn from experienced practitioners and industry experts. Apply practical frameworks you can use immediately in your role. Strengthen your confidence, capability and career progression. You can also bundle IRM training courses to create a learning package that supports individual progression or wider team development. Bundled bookings offer better overall value and make it easier to plan development across multiple courses, delegates or capability areas.

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Click on a course title to learn more

Foundation

FoRM - In Person FoRM - Virtual FoRM in Malaysia - In Person Risk Essentials Masterclass - In Person Risk Essentials Masterclass - Virtual

Practitioner

Risk Management in Practice - Virtual Fundamentals of Operational Risk - Virtual Practical Risk Appetite and Tolerance - Virtual Facilitating Risk Workshops - Virtual Sustainability Risk Management Masterclass - Virtual Risk Governance and Culture - Virtual Supply Chain Risk Management - Virtual Crisis Management - Virtual Project Risk Management - Virtual

Specialist Tracks

Financial Crime Risk Management - Virtual Effective Risk Registers and Assessment - Virtual Fundamentals of Solvency II - Virtual CQRM - In Person Risk Reporting - Virtual Managing Geopolitical Risks - Hybrid Strategic Horizon Scanning - Virtual Mastering Key Risk Indicators - Virtual AI Risk Governance & Enterprise Risk Management - Virtual Reputational Risk - Virtual

Industry Programmes

Infrastructure Risk Management for Major Programmes Virtual Certificate in Risk Management Insurance - Virtual Risk for Healthcare Risk Practitioners - Hybrid Enterprise Risk Management for Oil and Gas Professionals in Malaysia - In Person Takaful Risk Management - Virtual & In Person

Leadership & Board

Risk in the Boardroom - Virtual Strategic Risk Masterclass - In Person

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e-Learning Our e-learning programs offer our clients practical and powerful training tools. These programs are highly advantageous in that they will give immediate and effective learning through a range of interactive techniques that help our clients understand, learn and absorb the content. There has never been a better time to invest in training and education that aids the development of your organisation by supporting and strengthening resilient employees.

e-Learning modules include:

Introduction to Enterprise Risk and Resilience Risk Culture and Communications ESG Fundamentals and Risk Qualifications Fundamentals of Quantitative Risk Management and Business Simulations CQRM - Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management Quantitative Risk Management Awareness Course with Risk Simulator

Webinars From in-house and board-level training, to e-learning and company academies, IRM helps organisations support a robust risk culture and a workforce equipped with the knowledge and tools to manage future risks. IRM offers a series of highly acclaimed webinars for risk practitioners. These are 45-minute broadcasts to view live, or download and watch at your convenience, delivered by leading experts in their fields. They are free to attend for both members and non-members via Zoom (link shared to those registered). For more information about our webinars, how to register for an upcoming session and to watch our archived events, please visit here.

“800 middle to senior managers in the company have benefited from IRM’s risk management training program, Petrom Risk Academy. IRM understood our company’s needs and identified improvement areas, tailoring the training program to focus on key risk drivers in the business and provide the necessary tools for managing risks.” - CRO / Head of Group Risk Management, OMV Petrom

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Corporate Training Regulatory requirements and commercial awareness of the need to be risk-resilient means more organisations are strengthening their own risk expertise. From in-house and board-level training, to eLearning and company academies, we help organisations support a robust risk culture and a workforce equipped with the knowledge and tools to manage today’s risks.

Corporate training options Bespoke We work with you to develop and deliver bespoke training courses to meet all your objectives. We develop the course and reference materials which can be delivered on a rolling basis or as a unique event, depending on your requirements.

Tailored One of our courses already meets the majority of your needs, but requires specific tailoring for a particular group of employees or client base to ensure a perfect fit.

Standard Your requirements are already met by one of our courses, but you would prefer the course to be run in-house for a number of people. Why partner with us? Tailored consultation We work with you to understand your organisation’s specific training needs and design a course that meets your objectives. Expert IRM-approved trainers Our courses are delivered by experienced practitioners who are experts in their field and IRM members. Flexible, cost-effective delivery Training can be structured around your organisation’s culture, priorities and preferred location, helping reduce travel time and deliver savings of up to 50% compared with individual delegate bookings. To enquire about corporate training, please fill in our enquiry form or contact training@theirm.org

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Accreditation We work with employers to formally accredit their corporate training programmes. We work with employers to formally accredit internal training programmes that support the development of risk professionals, or others who need risk management training as part of their role. Accreditation is available for training delivered internally within an organisation. This can include in-person workshops, virtual training, blended learning or e-learning programmes. Training may be of any length and can be delivered anywhere in the world. Please note that IRM accreditation is for internal organisational training only. It does not apply to public courses or programmes delivered commercially to external clients. Benefits of IRM course accreditation Accreditation brings together the value of the IRM brand with your organisation’s own knowledge, expertise and training content to create effective, validated learning. Indicates that your course meets the high standards associated with the IRM brand. Provides CPD recognition. Gives delegates an IRM certificate. Allows you to retain flexibility to tailor and update your course as required. Supports consistent risk management training across your organisation. For full details of our accreditation guidelines, fees and how to apply, please fill in our enquiry form or contact training@theirm.org

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IRM Advisory Build capability beyond compliance IRM Training helps individuals and teams build practical risk skills. IRM Advisory helps organisations take that capability further, embedding risk thinking into culture, governance, strategy and everyday decision-making. As part of the IRM Group, IRM Advisory works with organisations that want to strengthen resilience, improve confidence in risk management and turn risk insight into action.

Why partner with us? Understand where you are now Gain a clear view of your organisation’s risk maturity, strengths and gaps, with practical next steps aligned to your priorities. Turn learning into action Move beyond training by applying risk knowledge to real organisational challenges, from frameworks and governance to risk culture and leadership engagement. Strengthen confidence at every level Support boards, senior leaders and teams with the clarity, structure and practical guidance needed to make better riskinformed decisions. Build capability that lasts Develop approaches that are tailored to your organisation, helping risk management become part of how people think, work and make decisions.

Continue the journey with IRM Training builds the skills. Advisory helps embed them. To explore how IRM Advisory can support your organisation, visit the IRM Advisory website or contact advisory@theirm.org 11


Meet some of our trainers Our training is delivered by a global network of experienced risk professionals, practitioners and subject matter experts. Here are a few of the trainers who support IRM courses. Dr Joachim Adenusi, CFIRM

Dr Elvis Hernandez

Joachim is a doctoral candidate at King’s College London and a Chartered Insurer with over 25 years’ experience in risk, governance, and strategy across manufacturing, consulting, and academia.

Elvis specialises in maximising organisational value through expertise in risk, finance, and governance, supporting stakeholders with data-driven strategies and performance improvement.

Dr Aarti Anhal

Grant Griffiths

Aarti is a dynamic facilitator with over 20 years’ experience in security, risk, and resilience, equipping operational teams and executives with practical skills to strengthen organisational resilience.

Grant is an internationally recognised risk leader and IRM Global Ambassador with over 20 years’ experience across energy, engineering, manufacturing, technology, and finance sectors.

Dr Simon Ashby, PhD

Nicolas Van de Rijt

Simon is a former financial regulator and senior risk manager, now an Associate Professor at Plymouth Business School, specialising in corporate risk management and policy development.

Nicolas is an actuary and risk expert specialising in modelling and governance, with experience at McKinsey, AIG, and global institutions across risk and regulatory topics.

Kate Boothroyd, CFIRM

Emer McAneny MBA IRMCert

Kate is an experienced risk consultant and trainer specialising in project and corporate risk, internal audit, and organisational development across global public and private sectors.

Emer is a risk specialist in data and business analysis, known for delivering practical solutions, simplifying complexity, and strengthening governance as a trainer and Non-Executive Director.

David Stewart

Jonathan Ledwidge

David is a former senior police leader with 30+ years’ experience, now specialising in crisis, risk, and security management, supporting organisations and executives internationally.

Jonathan is a GRC specialist with extensive global banking experience and over 10 years delivering financial crime training across 40+ countries and multiple financial disciplines.

Louis Cooper

Marcus Krebsz

Louis is a Fellow Chartered Accountant and qualified teacher with 20+ years’ experience in governance, risk, and assurance, including work across all Big Four firms.

Marcus is a global expert in AI and regulatory policy with 30+ years’ experience, advising governments and organisations on emerging technologies, risk, and governance frameworks.

John Crawley, CFIRM

Grant Kennedy, CMIRM

John is a senior business advisor with expertise across finance, risk, IT, HR, and strategy, known for leading transformation and advising organisations at board level.

Grant is a senior risk professional with extensive aerospace and aviation experience, having held leadership roles at organisations including BAE Systems, Airbus, and BAA.

Professor Sarah Gordon, PhD

Sarah has extensive cross-sector experience in risk, assurance, safety, and sustainability, working with industry, government, and charities, and contributing to leading risk research.

Laura Robinson

Laura is a risk and governance expert with 20+ years’ global experience, specialising in largescale development projects and advising governments and organisations on resilience and partnerships.

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Fundamentals of Risk Management (FoRM) Course Overview Managing risk is an inherent part of delivering organisational success. Fundamentals of Risk Management provides a practical and interactive introduction to enterprise risk management, aligned with ISO 31000 and industry best practice. Through case studies, exercises and current affairs, learners explore how organisations identify, assess, treat, monitor and communicate risk. The course is designed to demystify risk management and give delegates a clear foundation they can apply in their role, whether they are new to risk, supporting risk activity within another function, or looking to refresh their understanding of ERM. By the end of the course, participants will understand how effective risk management supports better decisions, stronger governance and organisational resilience.

Benefits of attending: A practical risk management toolkit designed for immediate workplace use Clearer understanding of key risk management terminology and application in an organisational context CPD hours and an accredited certificate at the end of the session 10% off our academic qualifications: the International Certificate in Risk Management (excludes member and low GDP rates) A year of free affiliate membership to the IRM, including member rates on future courses (only available to non IRM members)

Recommended for: Professionals new to risk management or entering the risk profession Operational and support managers who need to understand risk in their area of the business Senior executives who want to understand how risk affects strategy and decisionmaking Risk, audit and compliance professionals seeking a stronger ERM foundation

What you'll learn: Define risk and understand how risk management can be used to maximise opportunities and minimise threats Understand risk maturity, the risks around us and the attributes of effective risk management Establish risk context, objectives, roles, responsibilities, policies and guidance Develop awareness of risk appetite and how it supports decision-making Apply risk assessment techniques using tools such as risk registers, bow-ties and risk matrices Understand risk treatment plans, control effectiveness, monitoring, communication and reporting

Delivery

In-person or Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

12 hours | 8 hours

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Fundamentals of Risk Management (FoRM) in Malaysia Course Overview FoRM in Malaysia provides a dynamic and interactive introduction to enterprise risk management, combining theory, case studies and practical exercises aligned with ISO 31000 and industry best practice. Designed for Malaysian professionals and organisations, the course builds confidence in core risk concepts, governance, frameworks and decision-making. Learners explore how risk management supports organisational success and how practical tools can be applied across different business areas. Delivered by local accredited trainers with strong industry knowledge, the course is highly practical and designed for immediate workplace use. It is also HRD Corp claimable for eligible Malaysian employers, making it a strong option for organisations looking to build risk capability across teams.

Benefits of attending: A practical risk management toolkit designed for immediate workplace use Clearer understanding of key risk management terminology and application in an organisational context Confidence to take part in risk conversations and contribute to better decision-making Best practice insight and peer learning with professionals from different sectors CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

What you'll learn: Define risk and understand how risk management can be used to maximise opportunities and minimise threats Understand risk maturity, the risks around us and the attributes of effective risk management Establish risk context, objectives, roles, responsibilities, policies and guidance Develop awareness of risk appetite and how it supports decision-making Apply risk assessment techniques using tools such as risk registers, bow-ties and risk matrices Understand risk treatment plans, control effectiveness, monitoring, communication and reporting

Recommended for: Professionals new to risk management or entering the risk profession Operational and support managers who need to understand risk in their area of the business Senior executives who want to understand how risk affects strategy and decision-making Risk, audit and compliance professionals seeking a stronger ERM foundation IRM students or learners looking to support certificate or diploma study Professionals looking for a practical refresher in enterprise risk management

Delivery

In-person, Kuala Lumpur

Length

2 days

CPD

14 hours

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HRD Corp claimable, subject to approval

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Risk Essentials Masterclass Course Overview Risk Essentials Masterclass brings together content from four of IRM's most popular and practical courses: Fundamentals of Risk Management, Risk Management in Practice, Practical Risk Appetite and Tolerance, and Effective Risk Workshops. Delivered as an intensive and highly interactive programme, it gives participants a rounded understanding of enterprise risk management and how it is applied in practice. Delegates explore risk frameworks, appetite, culture, assurance, workshops and reporting, with learning reinforced through practical models, peer discussion and live case study work. The course is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their core ERM capability, connect risk management to organisational objectives and apply practical tools across their role, team or organisation.

Benefits of attending: A comprehensive grounding in practical enterprise risk management Greater confidence applying risk frameworks, appetite and culture concepts A learning experience built around peer discussion and live case study work Tools and models that can be used across risk, audit, governance and management roles CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers and practitioners Executives, heads of department and CROs Risk champions and facilitators Internal auditors HR managers, IT risk managers and professionals with responsibility for risk capability

What you'll learn: Understand the main stages of the risk management framework Explore the differences between risk appetite, tolerance, capacity and risk universe Create effective risk appetite statements at strategic and operational levels Link objectives, drivers, KPIs and KRIs to risk identification Understand how risk culture influences risk maturity Explore risk assurance, horizon scanning and links between risk and audit

Delivery

In-person or Virtual

Length

5 days | 4 days

CPD

40 hours | 25 hours

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Risk Management in Practice Course Overview Risk Management in Practice is a practical workshop for professionals who want to move beyond theory and embed risk management into everyday organisational activity. The course explores how to set up, enhance or review a risk management framework and align risk management with governance, culture, objectives and decision-making. Participants examine the barriers that can prevent risk management from working effectively and explore practical models for overcoming them. Through interactive workshop sessions, learners build a toolkit for tailoring frameworks, defining appetite, linking risks to KPIs and KRIs, strengthening controls and assurance, and improving reporting. The course is designed to help risk management become more synchronised with how an organisation is actually run.

Benefits of attending: A practical toolkit for making risk management more effective and embedded Greater confidence tailoring frameworks to organisational context Improved ability to link risks to strategic goals using KPIs and KRIs Techniques for engaging staff and leadership in risk management CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Translate risk principles into practical, actionable strategies Design and implement a fit-for-purpose risk management framework Use practical tools for context, objectives, risk identification and assessment Define and communicate risk appetite to support decision-making Apply controls, assurance and monitoring processes that work in practice Strengthen culture, people engagement, reporting and continuous improvement

What you'll learn: Translate risk principles into practical, actionable strategies Design and implement a fit-for-purpose risk management framework Use practical tools for context, objectives, risk identification and assessment Define and communicate risk appetite to support decision-making Apply controls, assurance and monitoring processes that work in practice Strengthen culture, people engagement, reporting and continuous improvement

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

14 hours

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Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management Course Overview Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management provides a structured introduction to the principles, tools and processes used to manage operational risk. Operational risk relates to unpredictable outcomes that affect the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, making it a critical area for organisations seeking to strengthen resilience and performance. Guided by experienced practitioners and supported by current learning resources, the course combines theory with practical insight. Participants explore how operational risk is managed, monitored and reported, how risk culture influences preparedness, and how risk appetite and strategy connect to operational activity. The course helps learners build a stronger understanding of operational risk and how it can be integrated into everyday business practice.

Benefits of attending: A structured understanding of operational risk management Practical insight into managing, monitoring and reporting operational risk Greater confidence applying operational risk principles in your role Better understanding of risk culture, strategy, appetite and resilience CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Professionals seeking to understand operational risk management and its role in their business area Professionals new to risk management who want to build confidence in operational risk practice Experienced professionals looking for a refresher Students preparing for the International Certificate in Operational Risk qualification Professionals who need to understand links between operational risk, ERM, audit and compliance

What you'll learn: Explain the value of operational risk for organisations and stakeholders Apply best practice operational risk tools and processes Improve integration of operational risk processes into everyday operations Explore risk culture and its impact on preparedness for operational risks Understand risk strategy and the relevance of risk appetite to operational risk management Develop plans to build a more agile and resilient organisation

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Practical Risk Appetite and Tolerance Course Overview Practical Risk Appetite and Tolerance explores one of the most important but challenging areas of effective risk management. Risk appetite defines the boundaries of risk an organisation is willing to seek or accept when setting targets and making business decisions. This course gives delegates the theory behind risk appetite thinking, alongside hands-on skills and practical knowledge for building an effective risk appetite framework. Participants learn how to analyse risk appetite, develop meaningful appetite statements, define tolerance and thresholds, and connect appetite to governance, metrics, trigger levels and decision-making. The course is designed to help organisations move from abstract appetite statements to practical frameworks that support better control, escalation and executive buy-in.

Benefits of attending: Practical knowledge to build and apply a risk appetite framework Greater confidence discussing appetite, tolerance and thresholds Tools to connect appetite with governance, metrics and triggers A clearer approach to using appetite in decision-making CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Organisation leaders and managers who want to understand how a positive approach to risk adds value Risk managers responsible for risk framework implementation Auditors providing assurance over risk management Board members who set risk appetite and tone from the top Professionals involved in governance, strategy or decision-making

What you'll learn: Explain the differences between risk appetite, risk tolerance and thresholds Develop a risk appetite framework and supporting governance processes Create risk appetite metrics and trigger levels for action Customise and use risk appetite within an ERM framework Establish KRIs and control indicators based on risk appetite metrics Gain board and executive-level buy-in for formalising risk appetite

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Facilitating Risk Workshops Course Overview Facilitating Risk Workshops is a practical virtual course designed to help risk professionals plan, lead and deliver more effective risk workshops. Effective workshops are not simply about completing a risk register; they create the right environment for honest discussion, useful insight, constructive challenge and better risk-informed decisions. This interactive course gives participants the confidence, structure and practical tools to run workshops that are focused, engaging and outcome-driven. Through exercises, group discussion and real-world examples, delegates learn how to prepare effectively, manage group dynamics, encourage meaningful participation and turn workshop conversations into clear risks, actions, decisions and follow-up activity.

Benefits of attending: Confidence leading better risk conversations Improved workshop outcomes, including clearer risks and stronger actions Better stakeholder engagement across different roles, personalities and seniority levels Practical techniques for managing group dynamics and keeping sessions focused 4 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Chief risk officers and heads of risk management Risk managers, analysts and ERM professionals Internal auditors and heads of internal audit Compliance officers, company secretaries and governance professionals Project and programme managers involved in risk activity Risk management consultants, quality, assurance and standards professionals

What you'll learn: Plan risk workshops with clear objectives, structure and agenda Prepare before the workshop by gathering information and understanding the audience Create the right environment for open discussion and constructive challenge Facilitate with confidence, manage contributions and handle difficult or dominant participants Use practical techniques such as brainstorming, structured questioning, ranking, data review and interviews Capture clear risks, actions, decisions and follow-up activity

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

4 hours

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Sustainability Risk Management Course Overview Sustainability Risk Management helps professionals understand how sustainability, ESG, climate, nature and social considerations can be embedded into practical risk management and strategic decision-making. The course explores how organisations can make sustainability and responsibility a reality while responding to evolving reporting requirements, including ISSB, UK SRS, CSRD, GRI, TCFD and TNFD. Through pragmatic tools, techniques and real-world case studies, participants examine how sustainability risk management can support regulatory expectations, stakeholder engagement, long-term value, social value and organisational resilience. The course is designed to move sustainability beyond reporting and compliance, showing how it can strengthen governance, credibility, decision-making and competitive advantage.

Benefits of attending: A practical understanding of sustainability risk management Greater confidence connecting ESG, climate, nature and social considerations with risk processes Tools to support governance, metrics, targets and strategic decision-making Insight into evolving reporting frameworks and stakeholder expectations 12 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Professionals new to sustainability or looking to refresh their knowledge Professionals reviewing or improving their organisation’s approach to sustainability, ESG and climate change Individuals embedding sustainability into decision-making, governance or planning Risk, compliance, governance, strategy, sustainability and operations professionals Organisations looking to build broader sustainability risk capability

What you'll learn: Define and apply key sustainability, ESG and responsible business concepts Implement sustainability risk management approaches for identifying risks and opportunities Analyse regulatory compliance and industry performance expectations Use reporting requirements to support meaningful business improvement Apply tools such as context analysis, scenario analysis, metrics, indicators, materiality assessments and stakeholder mapping Identify greenwashing risks and develop strategies to improve transparency and credibility

Delivery

Virtual

Length

3 days

CPD

12 hours

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Risk Governance and Culture Course Overview Risk Governance and Culture explores how strong governance frameworks and healthy risk cultures work together to support effective decision-making, accountability and organisational resilience. The course helps participants understand how formal structures, roles and responsibilities interact with cultural behaviours, leadership expectations and stakeholder engagement. Delivered through facilitated discussion, interactive workshops and reflective practice, it combines current good practice with real-world insight from experienced risk professionals. Delegates examine how governance integrates with strategy and risk appetite, how boards and committees can be optimised, and how cultural levers can improve transparency and decisionmaking. The course is designed to leave participants with practical tools they can apply immediately.

Benefits of attending: Clear frameworks for blending formal governance structures with cultural tools Communication strategies for working across leadership levels Techniques to assess and improve governance and culture practices Actionable insight that can be applied back in your organisation from day one CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

What you'll learn: Understand how risk governance integrates with strategy and risk appetite Define and communicate roles, responsibilities and accountabilities Explore stakeholder engagement and how to manage competing expectations Apply governance frameworks such as the Three Lines Model Use cultural levers to support governance effectiveness Understand how boards and committees can be optimised for stronger oversight

Recommended for: Risk practitioners and risk managers Audit and compliance managers Executive and C-suite directors Non-executive directors Senior leaders with responsibility for governance, risk or strategic oversight

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Supply Chain Risk Management Course Overview Supply Chain Risk Management helps professionals understand and manage the risks created by increasingly complex relationships with suppliers, partners and third parties. Most organisations rely on external parties as embedded parts of their operating model, yet third-party and supply chain risks are often overlooked until disruption occurs. This course explores how these relationships affect an organisation's performance, reputation, resilience and long-term value. Participants examine risks linked to cyber and digital exposure, compliance, financial crime, ESG, procurement, governance and operational resilience. The course provides practical approaches to third-party risk governance, assessment, control and monitoring, helping organisations move from risk awareness to supply chain resilience.

Benefits of attending: Practical approaches to supply chain and third-party risk governance Better ability to identify vulnerabilities across external relationships Tools to support risk analysis and risk response across the procurement lifecycle Insight into moving from risk management to resilience CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Procurement and supply chain professionals Risk management, compliance and business continuity professionals IT security, legal, environmental health and safety, and quality professionals Corporate social responsibility and accountability professionals Individuals with third-party management, ownership or oversight responsibilities

What you'll learn: Understand the context of third-party and supply chain risk management Explore risks including cyber, digital, compliance, regulatory and financial crime Understand the operational, strategic and cultural challenges of managing supply chain risk Explore digitisation of supply chains and the impact of ESG Understand third-party risk governance, operating models, monitoring and reporting Apply tools and techniques for assessing third-party risks and controls Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Crisis Management Course Overview Crisis Management provides a practical grounding in the fundamentals of managing crises within public and private sector organisations. Recent years have shown how pandemics, conflicts, natural disasters and other high-impact events can threaten business continuity, recovery and even organisational survival. This course explores crisis management theory and practice aligned with international standards, including ISO 22361, and helps participants understand how crisis management fits within the wider organisational resilience context. Learners examine crisis phases, decision-making under pressure, communications, team roles and responsibilities, training, testing and exercising. The course is designed to help delegates develop crisis management capability that supports structured, confident and coordinated responses.

Benefits of attending: Practical insight into crisis management terminology and application Stronger ability to develop crisis management capability in your organisation Understanding of crises within the wider organisational resilience context Lessons from good and poor crisis management responses CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Professionals responsible for crisis management capability Business continuity and resilience professionals Risk managers and operational leaders Senior managers involved in decision-making during disruption Professionals seeking practical insight from an experienced crisis management practitioner

What you'll learn: Understand the key elements of crisis management Explore the principles, processes and phases of crisis management Understand how decision-making differs during a crisis compared with business as usual Recognise the critical importance of communication during crises Understand the structure of an organisational crisis management plan Explore the roles and responsibilities of a crisis management team and the value of training and exercising

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Project Risk Management Course Overview Project Risk Management focuses on the critical role risk management plays in successful project delivery. Effective project risk management helps organisations identify, classify, prioritise and report risks that could affect project outcomes, stakeholder confidence and strategic value. Recognised by PMI's PMBOK and APM standards, risk management is a fundamental pillar of project management rather than an optional add-on. This course helps participants understand the barriers, constraints and opportunities that shape a project's risk profile, from unforeseen delays to changes in stakeholder expectations. With a practical focus, delegates learn how to apply tools, develop project risk registers, strengthen oversight and build risk-based approaches that support project and programme performance.

Benefits of attending: Better ability to connect risk management with project delivery outcomes Practical tools for identifying, prioritising and reporting project risks Stronger stakeholder management and oversight capability Confidence to lead risk-based approaches in projects and programmes CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Project and programme managers Risk professionals working in project environments PMO and assurance professionals Operational leaders responsible for project delivery Professionals seeking to improve project oversight and stakeholder confidence

What you'll learn: Understand the significance of project risk management and proactive risk approaches Use risk management techniques to align projects and programmes with strategic goals Apply methods for stakeholder management and expectation setting Use risk management tools, techniques and methods to strengthen planning and execution Develop and implement project risk registers and related tools Implement risk responses and actionable risk management plans

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

6 hours

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Financial Crime Risk Management Course Overview Financial Crime Risk Management provides a practical, risk-based framework for identifying, assessing and managing financial crime risk across customers, products, jurisdictions and delivery channels. Financial crime is evolving quickly, and organisations face increasing pressure to strengthen controls, meet regulatory obligations and protect against reputational harm. The course is aligned to global standards and regulatory expectations, including FATF, OFAC, EU AMLA and the UK Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. Through real-world case studies, regulatory insight and hands-on group exercises, delegates learn how to apply due diligence, build risk models, strengthen governance and turn complex compliance requirements into actionable risk management practice.

Benefits of attending: A practical framework for managing financial crime risk Greater confidence translating regulation into risk management practice Hands-on insight from case studies and group exercises Improved ability to build risk models and strengthen due diligence CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Financial crime, AML and sanctions compliance professionals Risk, audit and control functions Governance, risk and compliance teams Customer onboarding, KYC and due diligence teams FinTech, payments and regulated financial services professionals

What you'll learn: Understand key financial crime typologies and emerging global risks Apply a risk-based approach to money laundering, sanctions and tax evasion Navigate key regulatory frameworks including FATF, OFAC, ECCTA 2023 and EU AMLA Build and apply customer and business risk models Conduct effective CDD, EDD and ongoing monitoring Strengthen governance, internal controls and oversight

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Effective Risk Registers and Assessments Course Overview Effective Risk Registers and Assessments gives participants practical tools and techniques to design and use risk registers and risk assessments more effectively. A good risk register should inform corporate decision-making and show how an organisation is identifying and managing threats to its objectives. However, risk registers only add value when they are designed for purpose, kept up to date and supported by relevant assessment techniques. This course explores the role of the risk register as a central source of risk knowledge and helps delegates understand how different assessment approaches should be selected for context. Participants build a practical risk management toolkit that supports clearer assessment, reporting, monitoring and action planning.

Benefits of attending: Practical techniques for improving risk registers and assessments A clearer understanding of how risk information supports decision-making Tools for selecting the right assessment method for your context Greater confidence facilitating assessments and using risk data effectively CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers and facilitators Internal auditors Health and safety officers IT risk managers Professionals responsible for designing, maintaining or improving risk registers

What you'll learn: Understand the purpose of a risk register within an organisation Design a fit-for-purpose risk register using fundamental components Understand how risk registers should feed dashboards and status reports Explore different risk assessment tools and techniques and how to select the right approach Evaluate risks using ratings and risk tolerance Plan and facilitate risk workshops and risk assessments

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Fundamentals of Solvency II Course Overview Fundamentals of Solvency II provides a comprehensive introduction to Solvency II and its role in insurance regulation, supervision and governance. The course covers all three pillars: quantitative risk management, risk governance, and disclosure and transparency requirements. It explores the mechanics and methodology of the quantitative pillar for both life and nonlife insurance, while also helping delegates understand how Solvency II interacts with other regulatory and accounting frameworks, including Solvency UK and IFRS 17. The course is designed to demystify technical concepts and support professionals who need to understand how solvency requirements affect strategic decisions, capital modelling, reporting, assurance and governance within insurance organisations.

Benefits of attending: A clearer understanding of Solvency II requirements and their practical implications Improved confidence discussing solvency impacts with stakeholders Practical examples to demystify technical concepts such as risk horizon, risk measure, risk margin and diversification Insight into links between regulatory solvency, governance and strategic business decisions CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Business leaders navigating regulatory impacts Junior actuaries and actuarial trainees Internal and external auditors and other assurance providers Capital modellers responsible for solvency calculations Risk managers overseeing regulatory and financial risks Actuarial consultants supporting Solvency II work

What you'll learn: Explain the core principles and objectives of Solvency II Understand the three pillars of Solvency II and their practical applications Identify key assumptions and parameters driving the regulatory solvency position Assess how strategic business decisions can affect solvency in the short and long term Explore key methodologies for risk quantification, including standard formula and internal models Understand how Solvency II aligns with frameworks such as IFRS 17, ICS, RBC and Solvency UK

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

4 hours

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Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management (CQRM) Course Overview The Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management develops advanced capability in measuring, modelling and managing risk using quantitative techniques. Quantitative risk management is increasingly important as organisations face greater demand from stakeholders for evidence-based analysis and informed decision-making under uncertainty. This rigorous fourday in-person course covers integrated risk management techniques including Monte Carlo simulation, forecasting, predictive modelling, project portfolio optimisation, business intelligence, data science analytics and strategic real options valuation. Delegates work through case studies, industry applications and hands-on modelling exercises to understand how advanced analytics are used globally. The course supports professionals who want to interpret data, analyse uncertainty and make stronger strategic decisions.

Benefits of attending: Advanced quantitative risk management capability Hands-on experience with modelling, analytics and simulation tools Improved ability to interpret business data and support informed decisions Insight into how multinational organisations use analytics in risk management 30 CPD hours and a recognised certificate

What you'll learn: Understand concepts and applications of qualitative and quantitative risk management Identify, assess, quantify, optimise and forecast risks and uncertainties Run Monte Carlo simulations and perform econometric and predictive modelling Implement risk diversification approaches across portfolios, products, assets or commodities Use strategic real options techniques to mitigate, hedge and reduce risk

Recommended for: Professionals interested in practical quantitative risk management Risk managers, analysts and decision-makers working with business data Finance, project, investment and portfolio professionals Professionals who want to measure, analyse and interpret uncertainty

Delivery

In-person

Length

4 days

CPD

30 hours

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Risk Reporting Course Overview Risk Reporting focuses on the design and implementation of timely, accurate and effective risk reports. Strong risk reporting is an integral part of a mature risk management framework, yet many organisations do not review their reporting processes often enough to ensure they are still supporting decisionmaking. This course gives delegates a practical grounding in the latest approaches to risk reporting, including the strengths and limitations of risk registers, key risk indicators, risk matrices and wider reporting tools. Participants explore how risk reporting links to strategic decision-making, internal control and external reporting, while also considering how to tailor reports for different audiences, collect useful data and communicate risk clearly.

Benefits of attending: Clearer understanding of what makes risk reporting effective Practical tools for improving report design and relevance Greater confidence tailoring reporting for different stakeholders Improved ability to link risk reporting with decision-making and assurance CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers Operations managers Business executives Finance managers Data officers, managers and executives Professionals responsible for producing or improving risk reports

What you'll learn: Understand the strengths and limitations of risk reporting tools such as registers, KRIs and matrices Explore how risk reporting supports strategic decision-making and internal control Understand recent developments in risk reporting tools and methodologies Produce reports for different audiences and purposes Manage challenges with data collection and report design Use risk reporting systems effectively

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

5 hours

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Managing Geopolitical Risks Course Overview Managing Geopolitical Risks equips risk, resilience, strategy and governance professionals with practical tools to move beyond monitoring geopolitical events and actively manage their organisational impact. Geopolitical risk is now a central driver of performance, strategy, resilience and decision-making, affecting supply chains, regulation, capital flows, security, technology and ESG outcomes. This blended four-day course helps delegates identify geopolitical signals, interpret emerging trends, assess exposure, develop scenarios, set risk appetite and integrate geopolitical risk into ERM, governance and strategic planning. Through practical examples, case studies and interactive exercises, participants build the confidence to turn geopolitical uncertainty into structured risk insight and strengthen organisational resilience.

Benefits of attending: Practical tools for turning geopolitical uncertainty into structured risk insight Improved ability to anticipate, interpret and respond to geopolitical disruption Greater confidence integrating geopolitical risk into strategy and governance Hands-on learning through case studies, scenarios and interactive exercises 20 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Directors and board members Senior company management Risk management leaders and analysts Resilience leaders and crisis management practitioners Strategy teams, investors, fund managers, regulators, lawyers and legislators Professionals in governance, compliance, legal, investment or related roles

What you'll learn: Understand modern geopolitical risk and the changing global context Identify signals, trends and interconnected risk drivers Assess trade disruption, sanctions, tariffs and economic fragmentation Develop scenarios and risk appetite for geopolitical exposures Integrate geopolitical risk into strategy, governance and ERM Build geopolitical risk capability, governance, reporting and a centre of excellence

Delivery

Hybrid

Length

4 days

CPD

20 hours

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Strategic Horizon Scanning: Identifying Emerging Risks and Opportunities Course Overview Strategic Horizon Scanning helps risk professionals, strategy teams and senior leaders identify medium- to long-term risks before they become urgent problems. In a world shaped by technological change, geopolitical instability, regulation, cyber threats, climate disruption and shifting stakeholder expectations, traditional risk registers alone are not enough. Emerging risks often begin as weak signals, fragmented trends or early warnings that are easy to miss. This course gives participants a structured approach to horizon scanning, helping them separate insight from noise, assess future threats and opportunities, and translate findings into clear reports and strategic conversations. Delegates leave with practical tools to embed horizon scanning into risk, strategy, resilience and governance processes.

Benefits of attending: A more forward-looking approach to uncertainty, opportunity and resilience The ability to spot risks earlier before they escalate into major threats Practical tools for long-term planning and leadership conversations Methods for engaging experts, leaders and teams in future-focused risk discussions 8 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Chief risk officers and heads of risk management Risk managers, analysts and ERM professionals Strategy and planning professionals Business continuity and resilience professionals Internal audit, assurance, governance, compliance and policy professionals Project and programme managers involved in strategic risk activity, senior leaders and consultants

What you'll learn: Understand how horizon scanning strengthens resilience, strategic planning and long-term risk management Identify emerging risks, opportunities, weak signals and drivers of change Separate signal from noise and assess what is credible, relevant and strategically important Conduct effective research using internal insight, external sources and structured methods Plan and facilitate horizon scanning workshops Score, prioritise and report future risks for leadership teams

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Mastering Key Risk Indicators Course Overview Mastering Key Risk Indicators helps participants understand how KRIs can be used as a powerful management tool to improve risk awareness and support business objectives. Preventive KRIs can help organisations anticipate risk events, identify root causes and take action before risks escalate. This one-day course guides delegates through the methodology behind effective KRI design and shows how indicators fit within an enterprise-wide risk management framework. Delivered through presentations, group discussion and guided exercises, the course explores the nature and types of preventive KRIs, how indicators influence risk culture, and how to evaluate potential KRIs for use in an organisation. It is designed for professionals looking to strengthen early warning capability and reporting.

Benefits of attending: A practical methodology for developing KRIs Better ability to connect indicators with risk causes and drivers Greater confidence evaluating and improving KRI quality Tools to support early warning, risk awareness and business objectives CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers and risk practitioners Risk champions Chief risk officers Internal auditors Governance and compliance managers Professionals designing or improving KRI programmes

What you'll learn: Understand the nature and types of preventive KRIs Identify root causes and event drivers for key risks Understand how indicators shape risk culture Evaluate the effectiveness of draft KRIs being considered in your organisation Design an efficient indicator programme within a risk management framework

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

6 hours

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AI Risk Governance & Enterprise Risk Management Course Overview AI Risk Governance & Enterprise Risk Management is designed for risk, compliance, governance and assurance professionals who need to embed AI risk governance into enterprise risk management. AI is already shaping decision-making, operations, cybersecurity, customer interaction and regulatory exposure, but most traditional ERM frameworks were not designed to govern AI-driven systems. This expanded twoday course moves beyond AI awareness into practical implementation, using the Enterprise-wide AI Risk Management (EW-AiRM) framework. Delegates explore AI risk typologies, governance structures, maturity assessment, scenario work, controls, assurance and implementation planning. The course helps participants build a practical, enterprise-scalable approach to AI risk governance that aligns with organisational strategy, regulatory expectations and resilience.

Benefits of attending: A practical enterprise-wide approach to AI risk governance Hands-on use of EW-AiRM tools, MIT risk resources and scenario exercises Greater confidence engaging boards, executives and technical teams in AI risk conversations An organisation-ready AI risk governance implementation plan 12 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers, advisors and consultants CROs, heads of risk and governance Compliance, legal and regulatory officers Internal audit and assurance professionals Innovation, AI, digital and data strategy leads Public, private, academic and NGO representatives, and start-up or scale-up leaders using AI in regulated or high-risk settings

What you'll learn: Understand how AI reshapes enterprise risk, governance and regulatory exposure Explore why traditional ERM approaches are insufficient for AI-driven systems Apply the EW-AiRM framework across strategic, operational and resilience layers Use leading frameworks and standards such as COSO, NIST, MIT, ISO and IEEE to inform governance design Assess AI risk capability and maturity using mapping and assessment tools Develop practical implementation approaches including roles, responsibilities, indicators, policy design and roadmap planning

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

12 hours

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Reputational Risk Course Overview Reputational Risk helps participants understand how reputation can be protected, managed and strengthened as a critical organisational asset. The course explores both traditional and emerging sources of reputational risk, including supply chain failure, fraud, social media, cyber risk and wider digital exposure. Participants examine preventative tools that protect and enhance reputation, as well as corrective tools for recovering damaged trust when issues occur. Through high-profile case studies from a range of industries, learners explore how reputational damage happens and how lessons can be applied to their own organisation. The course also helps delegates understand how reputational risk can be integrated into ERM frameworks and business decision-making.

Benefits of attending: Preventative tools to protect and enhance reputation Corrective approaches for recovering damaged trust Practical case study insight from reputation damage events Improved ability to integrate reputational risk into ERM and decision-making CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers and executives Internal auditors and HR professionals Business continuity professionals Corporate communications teams Investor relations professionals

What you'll learn: Understand the difference between brand and reputation Identify risks that can affect reputation, including cyber, social media, supply chain and environmental incidents Use stakeholder analysis and link it to the risk management process Explore alternative metrics for measuring reputational risk Use business continuity and media management to protect and enhance reputation Apply tools and techniques for identifying, reporting and mitigating reputational and strategic risk

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

6 hours

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Infrastructure Risk Management for Major Programmes Course Overview Infrastructure Risk Management for Major Programmes is a practical virtual course designed for professionals involved in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects and programmes. The course goes beyond basic project risk management and explores how risk management can be integrated into governance, planning, cost forecasting, assurance, project controls and key programme decisions. Based on the principles of ISO 31000, APM guidance and real-world major programme experience, the course helps delegates understand what effective programme risk management looks like in practice. It provides pragmatic tools, examples and approaches to improve risk ownership, strengthen decision-making and support better programme outcomes across the project lifecycle.

Benefits of attending: A clearer understanding of risk management in major infrastructure programmes Practical approaches for integrating risk into governance, planning, cost and schedule decisions Improved confidence challenging ineffective risk processes and reporting Insight into qualitative and quantitative risk analysis in programme settings 6 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk professionals working on major infrastructure programmes Project and programme managers Project controls, planning and cost management professionals Sponsors, designers, contractors and delivery partners Governance, assurance and portfolio management professionals

What you'll learn: Understand how risk management supports major programme decision-making Link risk management with governance, planning, scheduling, cost forecasting and assurance Identify how risk should be managed across project, programme and portfolio levels Apply proportionate qualitative and quantitative risk analysis Strengthen risk ownership, participation and risk culture across programme teams Translate learning into practical improvements across tools, systems, processes and behaviours

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

6 hours

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Certificate in Risk Management for Insurance Course Overview Developed by IRM, ESA Business School and the Corporate Risk Management Institute, this course provides a practical overview of risk management frameworks in the insurance and reinsurance industries. It helps participants understand how to identify, assess, measure, monitor and mitigate both financial and non-financial risks in line with best practice and international standards. Taught by practising professionals with strong academic backgrounds, the course uses relevant industry case studies to bring insurance risk management to life. It also covers important compliance and regulatory requirements, helping delegates understand how effective risk management supports governance, ORSA reporting, recovery planning and the management of critical risks faced by insurance and reinsurance companies.

Benefits of attending: Sector-specific risk management knowledge for insurance and reinsurance Practical case study learning from practising professionals Better understanding of governance, compliance and regulatory expectations Course materials for continued reference after completion A recognised certificate route for insurancefocused risk capability

Recommended for: Risk managers, internal auditors, legal and compliance professionals in insurance and reinsurance Consultants and regulators specialising in enterprise risk management for insurance Board members, executive management and underwriters involved in risk framework design or improvement Professionals pursuing a career in governance, risk and compliance within the insurance industry

What you'll learn: Understand the fundamentals of risk management in the insurance and reinsurance sector Identify, analyse and respond to internal and external risks using real-world examples Evaluate the rationale for effective risk management strategies aligned with governance principles and regulation Develop skills to support Own Risk and Solvency Assessment reporting and recovery resolution planning Understand how financial and non-financial risks affect insurance and reinsurance organisations Delivery

Virtual

Length

14 virtual half-day sessions

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Risk for Healthcare Risk Practitioners Course Overview Risk for Healthcare Risk Practitioners is designed to help healthcare risk professionals take a more strategic, proactive and partnership-led approach to risk management. Delivered through the NHS Providers Board Development Programme in partnership with IRM, the course addresses the specific challenges of embedding enterprise risk management in healthcare, where issues are often recorded as risks and organisations can become reactive in their approach. The programme strengthens understanding of what effective risk management looks like in healthcare settings and helps participants better support operational and executive managers. It is especially relevant for healthcare professionals who want to connect risk more clearly to objectives, decision-making and organisational improvement.

Benefits of attending: A deeper understanding of effective risk management in healthcare Greater confidence supporting risk owners and managers A more strategic and proactive approach to healthcare risk management Practical insight into how risk management can support organisational objectives Improved ability to provide effective business support in risk management

Recommended for: Healthcare risk practitioners Practising or aspiring managers and leaders in healthcare decision-making roles Healthcare professionals supporting operational and executive managers Professionals who do not hold a recognised risk qualification but need stronger risk knowledge

What you'll learn: Understand the principles of risk management in the context of healthcare Identify, assess and prioritise risks linked to organisational objectives Support risk owners to understand appropriate risk actions Understand how people react to risk situations Take a more partnership-led approach to supporting operational and executive teams

Delivery

Hybrid

Length

7 days, 3 in-person full day workshops and 4 virtual half day workshops

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Enterprise Risk Management for Oil and Gas Professionals in Malaysia Course Overview This course is designed for professionals operating in the complex, high-stakes oil and gas sector. It provides a strategic and structured approach to identifying, assessing and mitigating risk across the full asset lifecycle, from exploration through to decommissioning. The course reflects the environmental, geopolitical, operational, technical and financial risks that shape oil and gas decision-making, including price volatility, regulatory expectations, major project exposure and energy transition pressures. Grounded in international standards including ISO 31000 and COSO, the programme moves beyond theory into practical application through real-world incident case studies, risk registers, risk ranking and facilitated group discussion. It supports participants to move from reactive risk management to proactive, enterprise-wide risk governance.

Benefits of attending: Practical ERM capability for high-risk oil and gas environments Stronger confidence in risk conversations with management and peers Tools to proactively identify, assess and mitigate risks from exploration to decommissioning Insight into lessons from major oil and gas incidents over the last 20+ years 16 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers, internal auditors and GRC or compliance officers Project managers, engineers and operations professionals Maintenance, assurance and technical personnel Board-level executives and senior management Oil and gas professionals involved in highstakes operational, strategic or investment decisions

What you'll learn: Define enterprise risk management in the context of oil and gas volatility, high-impact events and regulatory pressures Apply international frameworks including ISO 31000 and COSO during practical exercises Identify, analyse and quantify technical, operational, financial and strategic risks Develop and maintain a risk register and riskrank risks using a risk matrix Explore risk treatment and business continuity strategies across the asset lifecycle Use real-world industry incidents to support risk assessment and decision-making

Delivery

In-person, Malaysia

Length

2 days

CPD

16 hours

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HRD Corp claimable, subject to approval

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Takaful Risk Management Course Overview Takaful Risk Management is a practical two-day course for professionals working in Takaful, Islamic finance, insurance, governance, risk and assurance. The course explores how enterprise risk management principles can be applied in a Takaful environment, considering Shariah governance, risk-sharing structures, fiduciary responsibilities and investment risk. Through case studies and practical exercises, delegates will learn how to identify key Takaful risks, apply frameworks such as ISO 31000 and COSO, and develop core elements of a Takaful ERM framework.

Benefits of attending: Practical grounding in risk management within Takaful organisations Clearer understanding of Takaful risk-sharing models and their risk implications Improved insight into Shariah, fiduciary, operational, investment and governance risks Practical approaches for developing risk appetite and tolerance in a Takaful context Case-based learning and a hands-on ERM framework simulation 8 CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

What you'll learn: Understand key Takaful principles, operating models and risk-sharing structures Compare Takaful risk management with conventional insurance approaches Apply ISO 31000 and COSO principles in a Takaful environment Identify key Shariah, operational, investment, liquidity, governance and reputational risks Understand the role of Shariah governance in effective risk management Develop core elements of a practical Takaful ERM framework

Recommended for: Risk management and ERM professionals Takaful and insurance professionals Board members and senior executives Shariah governance and Shariah compliance professionals Compliance and governance professionals Internal audit and assurance professionals Finance, investment and actuarial professionals Operational, product and business managers with risk responsibilities

Delivery

Virtual

Length

2 days

CPD

8 hours

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Risk in the Boardroom Course Overview Mastering Key Risk Indicators helps participants understand how KRIs can be used as a powerful management tool to improve risk awareness and support business objectives. Preventive KRIs can help organisations anticipate risk events, identify root causes and take action before risks escalate. This one-day course guides delegates through the methodology behind effective KRI design and shows how indicators fit within an enterprise-wide risk management framework. Delivered through presentations, group discussion and guided exercises, the course explores the nature and types of preventive KRIs, how indicators influence risk culture, and how to evaluate potential KRIs for use in an organisation. It is designed for professionals looking to strengthen early warning capability and reporting.

Benefits of attending: A practical methodology for developing KRIs Better ability to connect indicators with risk causes and drivers Greater confidence evaluating and improving KRI quality Tools to support early warning, risk awareness and business objectives CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Risk managers and risk practitioners Risk champions Chief risk officers Internal auditors Governance and compliance managers Professionals designing or improving KRI programmes

What you'll learn: Understand the nature and types of preventive KRIs Identify root causes and event drivers for key risks Understand how indicators shape risk culture Evaluate the effectiveness of draft KRIs being considered in your organisation Design an efficient indicator programme within a risk management framework

Delivery

Virtual

Length

1 day

CPD

4 hours

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Strategic Risk Masterclass Course Overview Strategic Risk Masterclass explores how risk management can support organisations to take controlled risks, pursue opportunities and strengthen competitive advantage. The course gives delegates a grounding in risk appetite and tolerance, risk culture, strategic risk, control effectiveness, resilience, agility and sustainability. Over the course of the workshop, participants consider strategic opportunities and their associated risks, then assess these against their organisation's existing resilience and agility. The programme helps delegates think about the additional capabilities and controls required to pursue opportunities in a measured and balanced way. It is particularly suited to senior professionals who need to connect risk management with strategy, long-term performance and board-level decisionmaking.

Benefits of attending: Stronger strategic risk insight for senior-level conversations Practical tools to assess opportunity, capability and control effectiveness Greater confidence discussing resilience, agility and sustainability through a risk lens A clearer understanding of how strategic risk connects to organisational performance CPD hours and an IRM certificate of completion

Recommended for: Senior risk professionals CEOs, heads of function and senior managers Internal and external auditors Non-executive directors, particularly those with audit or risk responsibility Professional advisors supporting strategic risk conversations

What you'll learn: Understand how risk management can support competitive advantage Identify how resilient and agile an organisation is in the face of change Understand risks associated with adapting to sustainability targets Examine strategic risks and their organisational impact Measure and monitor control effectiveness Identify short-term risks, medium-term knockon effects and long-term existential challenges

Delivery

In-person

Length

3 days

CPD

21 hours

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e-Learning Introduction to Enterprise Risk and Resilience course Build a practical foundation in risk and resilience management. This one-hour e-learning course introduces learners to the core principles of enterprise risk and resilience management. Designed to be accessible and easy to complete, it provides a structured introduction to how organisations identify, understand and respond to risk. The course is suitable for individuals who are new to risk management, as well as organisations looking to build wider awareness across teams. It can also support onboarding, internal risk communications and organisation-wide capability-building. Who is it for? Professionals new to risk and resilience, non-risk specialists, new starters, team members with risk responsibilities, and organisations seeking scalable awareness training. Learners will gain: A clear introduction to enterprise risk and resilience management A better understanding of key risk principles and terminology Awareness of how risk and resilience support organisational decision-making A practical foundation for further IRM Training courses

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Risk Culture and Communications course Communicate risk with clarity, confidence and influence. Risk Culture and Communications is a short e-learning course designed to help learners understand the role communication plays in building stronger risk culture. It focuses on how risk professionals and wider teams can engage stakeholders, build trust and communicate risk in ways that support better decisions. The course is practical and accessible, making it suitable for professionals who want to improve how risk is discussed, understood and acted on across their organisation. Who is it for? Risk professionals, resilience professionals, managers, communication teams, decision-makers and anyone involved in improving risk culture or stakeholder engagement. Learners will gain: A clearer understanding of how communication shapes risk culture Practical ways to engage stakeholders in risk conversations Tools to communicate risk more clearly and confidently Insight into how proactive communication can help prevent or reduce the impact of crises

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e-Learning ESG Fundamentals and Risk Quantification course Turn ESG issues into measurable risk insight and better decisions. This self-paced e-learning course helps learners move beyond ESG theory, reporting and compliance by exploring how ESG factors can be understood as measurable risk drivers. It introduces practical approaches to quantifying ESG-related uncertainty and using risk modelling to support business, investment, project and enterprise risk decisions. The course is particularly relevant for professionals who need to connect ESG considerations with practical risk management, decision analytics and organisational strategy. Who is it for? Risk professionals, ESG and sustainability professionals, finance and investment teams, project leaders, governance professionals and senior managers involved in ESG-related decisions. Learners will gain: A practical understanding of ESG as a risk management issue Insight into how ESG factors can be translated into measurable risk drivers An introduction to decision analytics, Monte Carlo simulation and risk modelling Greater confidence in using ESG risk insight to support business and investment decisions

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Fundamentals in Quantitative Risk Management and Business Simulations course Build confidence in quantitative risk management and decision analytics. This e-learning programme introduces learners to the quantitative approach to risk management and business decision-making. It explains how risk quantification practices and business risk models can be used to identify, assess and understand risk more effectively. Who is it for? Risk professionals, analysts, finance professionals, project managers, business leaders and anyone looking to understand how quantitative tools can support riskinformed decisions. Learners will gain: An introduction to quantitative risk management and decision analytics A clearer understanding of how business risk models are used Insight into methods for identifying and quantifying risk A foundation for further study in quantitative risk management

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e-Learning CQRM: Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management Develop deeper capability in quantitative risk management. The Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management is a more comprehensive elearning programme for professionals who want to build stronger technical capability in quantitative risk management. It explores the concepts, tools and practical applications used to measure, analyse and support decisions based on quantitative risk data. This course is suited to learners who want to move beyond introductory awareness and develop a more structured understanding of quantitative approaches to risk. Who is it for? Risk professionals, analysts, finance professionals, project managers, decision analysts and professionals working with complex risk data, modelling or business decision-making. Learners will gain: A structured understanding of quantitative risk management Practical knowledge of tools used to measure and analyse risk Insight into how quantitative data supports better decisions A recognised certificate route for developing specialist risk capability

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Quantitative Risk Management: Awareness Course with Risk Simulator A short introduction to risk quantification and simulation-based decision support. This course introduces learners to key approaches including Monte Carlo simulation, portfolio optimisation, forecasting, predictive modelling, decision analytics, dynamic decision trees and business statistics. The course is designed as an accessible starting point for learners who want to understand how simulation and quantitative tools can support better risk decisions. Who is it for? Professionals new to quantitative risk management, analysts, managers, project professionals and learners exploring simulation-based approaches to risk and decision-making. Learners will gain: Awareness of Monte Carlo simulation and modelling techniques Insight into how forecasting, optimisation and decision analytics can support risk management A practical starting point before progressing into more advanced quantitative risk training

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