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Course Structure
All IRM courses are based on the concept of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). 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 training courses covering a wide range of ERM topics, we can help build your career as a risk professional All courses are delivered by industry experts so you can immediately apply the latest best practice
As well as being practical and interactive, the courses allow you to log CPD hours and some offer accreditation. 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, some courses book out months in advance and places are allocated on a ‘first come first served basis
ISO 31000 RISK TRAINING COURSES
Principles of Risk
Context and Objectives
Risk Assessments
Fundamentals of Risk Management (FoRM)
Fundamentals of Solvency II
Risk Essentials Masterclass
Climate Change Risk Management
Certificate for Risk Management in Insurance
Risk for NHS Practitioners
Executive Programme in Enterprise Risk Management
Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management
Embedding Risk Management
Strategic Risk Masterclass
Practical Risk Appetite and Tolerance
Risk Culture
Supply Chain Risk Management
Crisis Management
Project Risk Management
Effective Risk Registers and Assessment
Optimising Risk Workshops
Action, Monitoring, and Review
Communication and Consultation
CQRM: Certified in Quantitive Risk Management
ESG Fundamentals and Risk Quantification
Risk Reporting
Risk Management for a Digital Future
Choosing and Using Key Risk Indicators
Risk In the Boardroom
Reputational Risk
Newly Updated
Fundamentals of Risk Management (FoRM) Course
Overview
Managing risk is an inherent part of delivering organisational success today This course covers the fundamentals of Enterprise Risk Management in a dynamic and interactive learning environment The course will use the theory and practice of risk management in-line with international standards (ISO 31000) and industry best practice
The course uses a combination of case-studies, practical exercises and current affairs to bring material to life Our trainers will bring you a wealth of industry expertise On completion of this course you should have a solid understanding of how effective risk management can benefit your organisation
Learning
objectives
Setting the scene
Understanding risk maturity
Understanding the risks around us
What is Risk?
Learn how to define risk
Understanding how risk management can be used to both maximise opportunities and minimise threats
Understanding the principles and processes of risk management
Establishing the attributes of effective risk management
Context and Objectives
Understanding the purpose and scope of risk management
Establishing the relevant risk framework including roles & responsibilities, policies and appropriate guidance
Develop an awareness of risk appetite
Risk Assessment
Gain and awareness of identification techniques
Assessing risk and selecting appropriate actions and controls using key tools, such as risk registers, risk bow-ties and risk matrices
Practically applying risk assessment using case studies to identify and analyse
Risk Action
Understanding risk treatment plans and smart actions
Recognising control effectiveness
Awareness of business resilience
Monitoring, Communication and Reporting
Techniques to keep the risk management process alive through effective monitoring and reviewing
Develop and appreciation of effective risk reporting
How to effectively communicate risk to all levels of your organisations and to external stakeholders
Who should take this course?
Anyone who needs to understand risk management and the role it plays in there are of business (Operational and Support Managers)
Anyone who needs to know how risk affects strategy and decision making (Senior Executives)
Anyone new to risk who wants to feel more confident in Enterprise Risk Management
Anyone who wishes to enter the risk profession
Anyone looking for a refresher to enhance their knowledge
Students who wish to use the course to support their study material for the certificate and diploma (IRM students)
Anyone who needs to know about the relationship between risk management and audit and compliance (risk, audit and compliance professionals)
Duration
2 Days (Classroom) - 12 CPD Hours
2 Days (Virtual) - 8 CPD Hours
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Sarah and Kate were brilliant and I thoroughly enjoyed this session, which I was nervous about as I am completely new to
this topic.
You can really see what experts they are in this field and they delivered it in an engaging, relatable and fun manner!
Thanks for a great first experience in the world of risk management training.
- Laura Tipton
The Risk Essentials Masterclass Course Overview
This masterclass is based on the content of our four most popular and practical courses: the Fundamentals of Risk Management (FoRM), Embedding Risk Management (ERM), Practical Risk Appetite & Tolerance (PRAT) and Effective Risk Workshops and brings them into a tailored masterclass of risk management essentials
Participants will develop a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of risk management through this intensive masterclass Delivered over five highly interactive days, the program incorporates internationally recognised frameworks, practical models, and hands-on participation in a live case study to enhance your learning experience.
Learning objectives
Understanding the differences between Appetite, Tolerance, Capacity and Universe Methods to create Appetite statements that are effective at both a strategic and operational level (defining “expected” so everyone in the organisation can “spot deviations from the expected”)
Gain a broad understanding of ERM and the role it plays in organisations
Learn about the function and role of the five main stages of the risk framework
Understand organisation objectives, the drivers, KPI’s and KRI’s to help identify risk
Learn about risk appetite and statements, and how risk culture can define your risk maturity and appetite
Examine risk identification techniques, and ways to present them to different stakeholders while identifying effectiveness and control
Risk controls and how to respond; creating business cases for new controls
Risk assurance: Assuring stakeholders, horizon scanning and risk and audit
Who should take this course?
Risk Managers & practitioners
Executives, Heads of Departments & CROs
Student studying the certificate & diploma
Risk Champions & facilitators
Internal auditors
HR Managers & IT Risk Managers
Duration
5 days (Classroom) - 40 CPD Hours
4 days (Virtual) - 25 CPD Hours
Learning objectives: Fundamentals
Climate Change Risk Management: Fundamentals
On completion of the Climate Change Risk Management Advanced course, participants will be able to:
Analyse Regulatory Compliance and Industry Performance: Critically analyse changing regulatory requirements and evaluate the performance of different organisations in meeting these requirements
Deep Dive into Emissions Management: Develop an in-depth understanding of emissions, including the concepts of Net Zero and Carbon Neutral, carbon trading schemes, and carbon accounting
Conduct Advanced Scenario Analysis: Acquire skills in developing both qualitative and quantitative scenario analysis and learn how to establish financial materiality thresholds and link them to risk appetite and tolerance
Enhance Decision-making Skills: Enhance decision-making capabilities by understanding how internal and external stakeholders influence climate change strategies and learn how to make meaningful decisions that lead to tangible changes
Identify and Combat Greenwashing: Gain proficiency in identifying greenwashing tactics and develop strategies to prevent and combat greenwashing within an organisation
Who should take this course?
Senior risk professionals
Business leaders (CEOs, heads of function, senior managers)
Assurance providers, e g , internal and external auditors
Non-executive directors (particularly those with responsibility for audit and risk)
Professional advisors wishing to provide more expert support for their clients' market
Duration
Masterclass: 4 days - 16 CPD Hours
Fundamentals: 2 days - 8 CPD Hours
Advanced: 2 days - 8 CPD Hours
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Well designed, professional and internationally recognised approach to risk management training that aligns with the needs of modern businesses.
- Vince Hayler Change and IT Risk Specialist, Old Mutual Wealth
Risk for NHS Practitioners Course
Overview
Embedding Enterprise Risk Management is challenging, particularly in the healthcare sector, where issues are often recorded as risks With wrongly categorised risks tied to multiple crises, trusts often have to take a reactive approach to risk management - limiting its value and benefits
The Risk for NHS Risk Practitioners course, delivered by NHS Providers Board development programme in partnership with the Institute of Risk Management (IRM), is for NHS risk practitioners The course aims to help improve knowledge and understanding of what good risk management looks like and how, as risk professionals, risk practitioners can proactively support NHS trusts to be more strategic and outward looking in relation to risk Attendees will review their current risk management frameworks to make sure they are relevant, effective, and proportionate
Learning objectives
The Risk for NHS Risk Practitioners course aims to improve attendees' knowledge and understanding of what good risk management looks like, and how risk professionals can proactively support NHS trusts to be more strategic and outward-looking in relation to risk
Designed and developed to equip NHS risk personnel to take more of a partnership approach - enabling them to better support risk owners and operational and executive managers to effectively manage their risks.
By the end of the course, attendees will:
Develop a deeper understanding of the principles of risk management
Understand how to identify, assess and prioritise risks in the context of achieving objectives
Support risk owners to understand what risk actions can be taken to manage risks
Develop an understanding of how people react to risk situations
Build confidence to proactively support risk owners and managers by providing effective business support in all areas of risk management
Who should take this course?
NHS risk practitioners
Practising or aspiring managers and leaders who are in decisionmaking roles in the NHS
This course is for those who do not hold a recognised risk qualification
Duration
5 Days (Virtual + Classroom)
This course consists of nine half-day modules delivered over five full training days
Executive Programme in Enterprise Risk Management Course
Overview
Delivered by the renowned Solvay Brussels School in partnership with the Institute of Risk Management, this programme is your ticket to mastering the art of risk management This programme combines practical application, interactive learning, and academic rigour to tackle the most urgent risk challenges of the present and anticipate future risks
Learning objectives
Provide an understanding and lead the implementation of risk management and governance best practices in organisations
Equip you with the toolkit, leadership skills, and confidence to proactively mitigate risks across functions, projects, and transformations
Expand your professional network by joining Solvay Brussels School's risk management community and the global IRM network
Develop a rigorous, holistic, and effective approach to risk management across different disciplines and functions of the organisation
Enhance risk decision-making capabilities, business performance, and responsiveness by improving risk decision-making processes
Who should take this course?
Managers and senior managers responsible for risk management
Risk advisors and consultants
Participants from both the public and private sector or nongovernmental organisations, especially those who do not have a specific risk management function but face elements of risk in their roles
Entrepreneurs and leaders of startups or small organisations, managing risks associated with establishing and growing their businesses.
Format and Agenda
Risk Management Essentials: Introduction to Risk Management & the Risk Management Process
Risk Management Essentials in Practice: Covers risk management practices comprehensively
Sustainability Transition Risk: Focuses on climate change basics, sustainable transition challenges, and more
Project Risk: Strategy Execution through Projects, Project and Risk Management Framework, and more
Financial Risk: The Role of Finance for Enterprises, Principles of RiskAdjusted Valuation, and more
Cybersecurity Risk: Essentials of IT & Cybersecurity Risks, Threats, Vulnerabilities & Technologies
Business Continuity: Fundamentals of Business Continuity, Organisational Resilience, Crisis Management
Visit Solvay’s website for enrolment
Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management Course
Overview
Operational risk management is the management of unpredictable outcomes on the efficiency and effectiveness of operations in an organisation This course provides participants with a structured understanding of the fundamentals of operational risk management, guided by internationally respected and experienced practitioners Backed by up-to-date learning resources, including the 2022 book Fundamentals of Operational Risk by Simon Ashby, the course combines theory with practical insights to help participants navigate this critical aspect of organisational management
Learning objectives
On completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the value of operational risk for organisations and their stakeholders
Apply the latest best practices to enhance a wide range of operational risk management tools and processes.
Improve the integration of operational risk processes into the everyday operations of an organisation.
Develop plans to build a more agile and resilient organization.
Who should take this course?
Professionals seeking to understand operational risk management and its role in their business area
Those new to risk management who want to build confidence in operational risk practices
Individuals aspiring to enter the risk profession
Experienced professionals looking for a refresher to update and enhance their knowledge
Students preparing for the International Certificate in Operational Risk (iCorm) qualification
Professionals who need to understand the relationship between operational risk management, enterprise risk management, and audit/compliance functions
Delivered over two 4-hour online sessions, the course covers:
Core concepts of risk and operational risk management and how they are effectively managed, monitored and reported
Exploring an organization’s risk culture to assess its preparedness for operational risks
Examining risk strategy and its role in managing operational risks
A brief overview of risk appetite and its relevance to operational risk management
Duration
2 Days (Virtual) - 8 CPD Hours
Newly Updated
Embedding Risk Management Course Overview
The more deeply a risk manager succeeds in influencing the organisation's entire culture, the greater their ability to influence how risks are identified and acted upon Aligning risk management with general management ensures it becomes part of an organisation's core philosophy
Embedding Risk Management is a practical two-day workshop on how to set up, enhance or review a risk management framework You already understand the process of risk management The next step is to equip yourself to fully integrate business risk and opportunities for innovation into your organisation's corporate governance model
Our interactive workshop sessions explore the barriers stifling risk management and analyse the different solutions Packed with a series of models you will leave with a toolbox of useful ways of making risk in your organisation more synchronised with how you run your organisation
The course charts the 5 stages of the risk management process which are:
Organisational objectives
Organisational risk appetite
Risk evaluation
Risk treatment
Risk assurance
Learning objectives
Creating a robust action plan for an embedded ERM framework
Enabling the board to anticipate and handle risks in meeting strategic objectives
Identifying behaviours that support Enterprise Risk Management
Developing your own risk management tools, maturity models and risk appetite models
Who should take this course?
Heads of Department
Risk Managers
HR Managers
Chief Risk Officers
Duration
2 Days (Virtual) - 8 CPD Hours
Strategic Risk Masterclass Course Overview
The Strategic Masterclass focuses on using risk management to take more risks in a controlled way to gain a competitive advantage
The content will give you a grounding in risk appetite and tolerance, risk culture, strategic risk and control effectiveness You will also gain a good understanding of Resilience, Agility and Sustainability and how they relate to the running of your organisation
Over the course of the 3-day workshop, you will consider your strategic opportunities and their associated risks. You will weigh these options and risks against your existing resilience and agility. You will weigh up what additional capabilities and controls would be needed to pursue these opportunities in a measured and balanced way.
Learning objectives
Gain an understanding of how risk management can be used to achieve a competitive advantage
Ability to identify how resilient and agile the organisation is in the face of constant change
To develop an understanding of the risks associated with the organisation adapting to sustainability targets
Examine strategic risks and how they can impact your organisation
Learn tools and techniques to measure and monitor control effectiveness
Identify the short-term “clear and present danger” risks; their mediumterm knock-on effects and their long-term existential challenges
Who should take this course?
Senior risk professionals
Business leaders (CEOs, heads of function, senior managers)
Assurance providers, e.g., internal and external auditors
Non-executive directors (particularly those with responsibility for audit and risk)
Professional advisors wishing to provide more expert support for their clients' market
Duration
3 Days (Classroom) - 21 CPD Hours
Newly Updated
Risk Culture Course
Overview
This one day course will cover the concepts of risk culture and what it means for your organisation You will also learn how to improve risk taking through the implementation of effective risk management techniques
Delivered through presentations, interactive workshops and group work, you will have plenty of opportunities to learn from the experiences of other delegates
Learning
objectives
How significant risk culture and control are to organisations, and the different levels of risk culture
The external and internal factors which can affect the risk culture of an organisation
Reviewing and evaluating various approaches to monitoring risk culture, including the use of surveys and metrics
Different regulatory approaches to risk culture, including HSE, financial services and financial reporting
Who should take this course?
Risk Practitioners
Risk Managers
Operations Managers
Heads of Department
Chief Risk and Finance Officers
Chief Executive Officers
Duration
1 Day (Virtual) - 5 CPD Hours
Dynamic and engaging. The content was balanced between delivering rich insights and allowing sufficient flexibility to adapt to participants objectives.
- Adnana Manda Head of Risk Partners Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication
Supply Chain Risk Management Course
Overview
Most organisations rely on partners and suppliers as essential and embedded elements of their own organisation Third parties and supply chains for too long have been, and in many cases continue to be, overlooked as playing a significant role in an organisation's ultimate performance and outcomes
Given the quantity and increasing complexity of the relationships that now exist beyond traditional organisational boundaries, combined with increased regulatory and stakeholder scrutiny, organisations face greater challenges in proactively managing their risks in our globalised world While partnerships with third parties can be beneficial to an organisation on so many levels, such alliances and arrangements can expose an organisation to a wider range of unknowns many of which increase the level of risk, affecting the organisation’s risk profile and with the potential to adversely impact its reputation and long-term value.
How we manage the infrastructure, systems, staff and outside support needed to adequately manage these risks is key in strengthening our overall performance and levels of resilience
Learning objectives
Setting the context for third-party risk management including types of risks such as Cyber & Digital, Compliance & Regulatory, Financial Crime, alignment to third-party management and enterprise risk management
The challenges and pitfalls of managing third-party & supply chain
risks - operational, strategic & cultural
Digitisation of Supply Chains - risk & opportunities
ESG and its impact on Supply Chains
Supply Chain / Third-Party Risk Framework Overview
Third-Party Risk Governance – including strategic risk management and resilience, risk response options, operating models and monitoring & reporting
Assessing third-party risks and controls – process requirements, tools and techniques
Third-Party Risk Management and the Procurement Lifecycle – from onboarding to exit
Moving from risk to resilience
Managing third-party risk management information
Who should take this course?
This course will be of benefit to risk managers, procurement managers, contract managers and business line managers who interact with thirdparty vendors and need to recognise the potential risks within the legal agreements and the services they provide, especially in situations where an entire business function is outsourced, multiple functions are consolidated to a single provider, the provider subcontracts and/or the provider works directly with the organisation’s customers.
Crisis Management Course Overview
In recent years, the world has faced significant crises, including pandemics, conflicts, and natural disasters, each threatening the continued existence of organisations Successfully managing a crisis is crucial for supporting both business continuity and recovery
This course covers the fundamentals of crisis management in a dynamic and interactive learning environment, using theory and practice aligned with international standards (ISO 22361) and industry best practices
This virtual course, delivered over two four-hour sessions, will provide you with a grounding in the fundamentals of crisis management, applicable to both public and private sector organisations
Learning objectives
Develop an understanding of the key elements of crisis management as it applies to all industries
Understand the principles, processes and phases of crisis management
Learn about the differences in decision-making during times of crisis from business as usual (and tools to assist)
Gain an understanding of the critical importance of communication at times of crisis
Learn the key structure of an organisational crisis management plan
Understand the roles and responsibilities of a crisis management team
Comprehend the importance of training, testing and exercising
Who should take this course?
Understanding key crisis management terminology and applications
Be able to develop crisis management capabilities in your own organisation
Gaining an understanding of crises in the wider organisational resilience context
Consider best practices internationally and learn from times when crisis management responses have not worked well
Gain practical insights and learn from a crisis management practitioner with extensive international experience
Gain 8 CPD hours
Duration
2 Days (Virtual) - 8 CPD Hours
Newly Updated
Effective Risk Registers and Assessments Course
Overview
A good risk register informs corporate decision-making and allows an organisation to show how it is identifying and managing threats to its objectives effectively It is the repository for the most up-to-date risk management knowledge for a team or organisation The risk register is populated by a wide range of different risk assessments and monitoring activities, each of which needs to be selected for its relevance to the context in which it needs to be used This course gives you practical tools and techniques to create your own risk management toolkit, inclusive of risk register and selection of appropriate risk assessment techniques
Learning objectives
What is a risk register and its purpose in an organisation
Designing a fit-for-purpose risk register, starting with the most fundamental components
How your risk register should feed your dashboard for status reports
Explore the different risk assessment tools and techniques and how to select the appropriate assessment tool for your organisation
Evaluating risks based on their rating and your organisation’s risk tolerance, with a recap on how to develop risk ratings
Analysing business objectives and defining the scope of risk assessments
Planning and facilitating risk workshops and risk assessments
Who should take this course?
Risk Managers + Facilitators
Internal auditors
Health and Safety officers
IT risk managers Duration 2 Days (Virtual) - 8 CPD Hours
“The
trainer is fantastic.
She
explains things very well and makes the effort to get everyone involved.
She
has the practical skills to back it up, bringing real life situations into the training.”
- Karen Giles, Senior Manager Compliance
The Grass Roots Group Holdings Limited
Optimising Risk Workshops
Course Overview
Facilitate impactful enterprise risk workshops with practical applications in our Optimising Risk Workshops course This immersive virtual training empowers you with the skills and tools to lead highly effective workshops Through a blend of practical exercises, engaging group work, and dynamic discussions, you'll master the art of applying workshop techniques in realworld scenarios
You Will Learn How To:
Craft Detailed Project Plans: Organise structured risk workshops with precision and set clear agendas
Conduct Pre-Workshop Research: Prepare thoroughly with robust documentation and research
Create the Ideal Workshop Environment: Set the stage for a productive and collaborative session
Facilitation Mastery: Encourage and manage contributions from all attendees
Implementing Workshop Techniques: Utilise brainstorming, data analysis, and executive interviews effectively
Learning
objectives
Enhanced Leadership Skills: Gain confidence and proficiency in leading and facilitating risk workshops.
Improved Risk Management: Implement effective risk management strategies that align with organisational goals.
Increased Productivity: Learn to create and manage productive workshop environments that drive results
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other risk management professionals, sharing insights and best practices
Career Advancement: Stand out in your field with advanced workshop facilitation skills
Practical Application: Apply learned techniques immediately to realworld scenarios, ensuring practical and actionable outcomes
Who should take this course?
Chief Risk Officers
Heads of Risk Management
Risk Analysts
Company Secretaries
Heads of Internal Audit
Internal Auditors
Compliance Officers and Managers
Risk Management Consultants
Quality and Standards Managers
Duration
1 Day (Virtual) - 4 CPD Hours
Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management (CQRM) Course
Overview
Quantitative risk management represents the discipline which deals with the ability of an organisation to quantify and manage its risk This scientific approach to business is becoming increasingly critical in today’s world as organisations need to satisfy stakeholders who demand it
The International Institute of Professional Education and Research Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management accreditation is one of the fastest-growing international qualifications recognised by a growing number of multiple international institutions These currently include the Project Management Institute, Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Energy Institute, Institution of Chemical Engineers and the Institute of Risk Management, all of whom are providing from 30 to 45 CPD, PDU and CPE credits.
The IIPER-CQRM is a four day classroom-based course, including a final day, two-hour open book exam. The IIPER-CQRM accreditation course will cover the detailed concepts of integrated risk management techniques. Certificate in Quantitative Risk Management (CQRM) Action, Monitoring and Review
These will include:
Quantitative Monte Carlo Risk Simulation
Forecasting analysis and predictive modelling
Project portfolio selection and optimisation
Business intelligence and data science analytics
Strategic real options valuation
Throughout the course we will be looking at several case studies and industry applications from various multinationals so that delegates can see and understand how advanced analytics are being used globally This is a rigorous and detailed course with a lot of hands-on modelling and exercises Delegates will leave the course with the full capability and knowledge of how to run all these advanced analytics, to interpret and analyse business data and to make more informed business decisions
Learning objectives
Learn the concepts and applications of qualitative and quantitative risk management as they pertain to making strategic decisions
Understand how to identify, assess, quantify, value, model, optimise, and forecast risks and uncertainties of economic and noneconomic outcomes
Learn how to run Monte Carlo risk simulations, perform econometric and predictive modelling, and implement risk diversification in portfolios (products, assets, commodities, etc )
Have an understanding of how to mitigate, hedge, and reduce risks through the application of strategic real options techniques and models
Learn how multinational corporations make strategic business decisions under uncertainty, through the use of multiple business cases and hands-on modelling examples
Who should take this course?
Any professional interested in acquiring updated and practical knowledge in risk management from a quantitative risk management approach to measure and analyse business data, and make informed decisions
Duration
4 Days (Classroom) - 30 CPD Hours
Software Requirements
Please ensure that your system meets the following requirements for optimal performance:
Operating System:
Compatible with Windows 7, 8, or 10, and supports both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures
Software Requirements:
Microsoft Excel: Ensure that you have Microsoft Excel 2013, 2016, or 2019 installed Additionally, Microsoft Excel for Microsoft 365 (both 32 and 64-bit versions) is supported
Microsoft® NET Framework: Your system should have Microsoft NET Framework version 2 0, 3 0, or 3 5 or higher installed for necessary dependencies
Hard Disk:
A minimum of 650 MB of free hard disk space is required for software installation
Permissions: You must have administrator rights on your system to install the software
Download:
Risk Simulator & PEAT (Project Economic Analysis Tool)
Note for Mac Users:
If you are using macOS, you can still use the software by employing Bootcamp, Virtual Machine, or Parallels to run a Windows environment on your Mac
ESG Fundamentals and Risk Quantification Course
Overview
This 2-day intensive executive training program introduces the concepts, examples, and applications of ESG and quantitative risk management to equip professionals with the skills to apply quantitative methods and decision analytics in strategies, plans and projects influenced by environmental, social, and governance factors It explores how appropriate risk management tools and techniques can be applied, adapted, and developed in an increasingly ESG-focused landscape
The relevance of the course is explained in the context of climate change, investment risk, project management, and Enterprise Risk Management, which are areas increasingly challenged by decision-makers facing an expanded range of complex interconnected ESG risks The ESG Fundamentals and Risk Quantification program aims to understand the critical concepts of ESG and manage related risks and opportunities and upon its completion, you will know how to model ESG factors, quantify ESGrelated risks, and drive sustainable action to create value
Attendees will receive a 1-year license Risk Simulator Software and DecRisk Integrated Projects (Decarbonization) for future reference and learning
Learning objectives
Understand the importance of ESG for gaining a competitive edge and integrating ESG factors to enhance brand reputation, attract investors, and create a positive differentiation in the market
Understand the role of risk quantification in ESG-related topics to provide decision-making support
Gain insights into how ESG factors influence operational risks related to people, processes, systems, external events, and legal/compliance
Learn the usage of optimisation analytics to develop the knowledge and skills to assess and reduce investment risks within a portfolio of ESG strategies or projects
Gain the skills to identify, assess, and mitigate uncertainties regarding costs, time, and outcomes in ESG projects
Learn how to incorporate ESG risks effectively within the ERM framework, ensuring they are recognised, assessed, and managed as essential components of the company ' s risk strategy
Who should take this
course?
ESG Fundamentals and Risk Quantification is for professionals who are involved in strategies, plans, and projects that are influenced by environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors
The course is particularly relevant for individuals involved in climate change, investment risk, project management, and Enterprise Risk Management, areas which are increasingly being affected by complex ESG risks
Risk Reporting Course Overview
Timely, accurate and effective risk reporting is an integral part of a strong risk management framework Many organisations already have risk reporting processes in place These are not always reviewed as often as they should be to ensure the best and latest risk reporting techniques are being used to enhance decision making
This one day course will explore the latest best practices and provide a basic grounding in the design and implementation of effective risk reporting
Learning objectives
The strengths and limitations of various risk reporting tools such as risk registers, key risk indicators, risk matrices How risk reporting fits into strategic decision making, internal control and external reporting
The recent developments in risk reporting tools and methodologies Managing your risk reports effectively, including: producing reports for different audiences; potential problems with collecting data; designing a report effectively; and using risk reporting systems
Who should take this course?
Risk Managers
Operations Managers
Business Executives
Finance Managers
Data Officers, Managers and Executives
Duration
1 Day (Virtual) - 5 CPD Hours
Risk Management for a Digital Future Course Overview
This Digital Risk training course will cover some of the most pressing and critical areas of Enterprise Risk Management that executives in organisation’s worldwide currently face: digital disruption, transformation and cyber attacks
In a world that is increasingly moving to a digital future and where disrupting technologies and competitors come at a much faster speed than ever before, this course will look at the upcoming technologies from Artificial Intelligence to Blockchain as well as providing examples and techniques for being better prepared for digital disruption. This course will provide insights into how organisations should be managing their digital transformation initiatives from deciding on the right technologies to successful implementation. Examples of aspects covered include governance, digital committees, social media policies and how risk management plays a key part of the digital transformation initiatives
Learning objectives
Understanding risks that can impact reputation including, but not limited to, cyber-attacks, social media and failure to meet customer expectations
How to build risk management into decision making to ensure your organisation doesn’t get tech wrong
Tone from the top and how to effectively communicate positive risk management
How to build risk management competency within the organisation
A framework for rewarding staff for taking and managing risk
Who should take this course?
Anyone new to risk or wishing to enter Executives and Heads of Departments
Risk management practitioners of all levels requiring a refresher
Students studying IRM qualifications
Duration
1 Day (Virtual) - 6 CPD Hours
“The content and delivery of the course was exactly what I was hoping for as someone new to cyber risk. The content was useful and relevant and delivered in a way that kept my attention and interest, using real-life examples to make it relevant and easy to understand."
- Linda Ponting, Head of Assurance, Eduserv
Risk in the Boardroom Course Overview
In an era of increasing concerns regarding reputational risk and with companies under greater scrutiny by their stakeholders (including regulators), boardroom competency in the area of risk management is now seen as a core skill The IRM’s Risk in the Boardroom, which we offer as a one-day course, gives you a practical overview of what board members and stakeholders need to know about managing business risk and how it is a key element of good corporate governance
It demonstrates the importance of risk management as a regular, strategically-focused activity – and not merely a compliance-driven add-on. Suitable for all board members. You will be guided by an experienced risk professional who has both sat on and advised boards on corporate governance, and helped companies to enhance their risk management systems.
Learning objectives
The risk management process from a board perspective
Concepts such as risk appetite, risk culture and the ‘extended enterprise’ – based on IRM studies of these areas
Promoting risk management as a key element of good governance
Identifying, measuring and assessing critical business risks
Who should take this course?
Executive Board Directors
Non-Executive Directors
Board Trustees
Heads of Department
Senior Managers
Chief Risk Officers
Risk Directors
Risk Managers
Compliance Managers
Duration
1 Day (Virtual) - 4 CPD Hours
“One of the most effective training sessions I have attended. The trainer managed to cover a lot in a short period of time with an engaging and thought-provoking manner."
- Mio Newbould, Affiliate Member, Internal Audit Manager, Brother International Europe Ltd.
Reputational Risk Course Overview
his interactive course teaches you how to ensure that your organisation’s reputation continues to be a critical asset and how to protect it, or, in some cases enhance it further, even if the worst should happen It will focus on traditional sources of reputational risk such as supply chain and fraud, as well as looking at the new realities of digital risk, from social media risk management to cyber risk
The course provides participants with preventative tools that protect and enhance your reputation and the corrective tools for recovering damaged trust More importantly, it equips participants with the knowledge to enhance current Enterprise Risk Management frameworks by integrating Reputational risk into the framework and business decision making
You will examine high-profile case studies of reputation damage from a number of industries with a variety of causes, in order that all participants should be able to relate it back to their industry or organisation
Learning objectives
The difference between brand and reputation and the importance of understanding the organisation’s aspirations
Risks that can impact reputation including, but not limited to, cyber attacks, social media, environmental incidents and a failure in supply chain
Stakeholder Analysis and how to link it to the risk management process
Alternative metrics for measuring brand and reputation risk
Protecting and enhancing reputation with effective risk mitigation strategies such as Business Continuity and Media Management
Tools and techniques for identifying, reporting and mitigating reputation and strategic risk
Who should take this course?
Risk Managers and Executives
Internal Audit
Business Continuity
Corporate Communications
Public Affairs
Investor Relations
Corporate HR Duration 1 Day (Virtual) - 6 CPD Hours
In-house
Our standard courses
Regulatory requirements and commercial awareness of the need to be riskresilient 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
In-house 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
Benefits
Consultation – we spend time with you to identify and assess your specific training requirements This time with you ensures we develop a course that meets all of your objectives
IRM Approved Trainers – all our trainers are experts in their field, have a wealth of practical experience and are IRM members
Cost effective – we can often charge a lower delegate rate, particularly if we deliver the course at your premises You will also save on the time and cost of delegate travel
Flexible – we work with you to ensure courses are structured and delivered to meet your organisation’s culture and work priorities
For more information, please visit: https://www.theirm.org/training/in-house-training/
To discuss your training needs, options, and rates, please contact Joanna Kraska
+44 (0)20 7709 4117 / +44 (0)7469 353441
joanna kraska@theirm org
Accreditation Overview
We work with employers to formally accredit their in-house training programmes
Accredited courses may either be classroom/workshop based or e-learning They can be of any length and delivered anywhere in the world They must be directly relevant to the training needs of risk professionals or others needing risk management training
The benefits of IRM course accreditation
Accreditation brings together the value of our brand and your organisation's own knowledge and skills to create effective, validated training
IRM accreditation:
Indicates your course meets the high standards associated with the IRM brand
Earns CPD recognition
Retains your flexibility to tailor and update your course as required
Provides delegates with an IRM certificate
For full details of our accreditation guidelines, fees and how to apply, please visit:
https://www theirm org/training/course-accreditation/
Meet our Trainers
Joachim Adenusi, CFIRM
Joachim Adenusi is a doctoral candidate with the African Leadership Centre at King’s College London. He is a chartered Insurer with The Chartered Insurance Institute, with over 25 years of risk, governance, and strategic management experience, spanning manufacturing, consulting and academia
Dr Aarti Anhal
Aarti is renowned for her passion for the subject and dynamic style of facilitation, she has been working in the field of security, risk and resilience since 2001 Aarti has spent her professional career equipping operational teams and executives with the skills and tools they need to build their resilience capabilities
Dr Simon Ashby, PhD
Simon previously worked as a financial regulator and senior risk manager in several top financial institutions With a PhD in corporate risk management, Simon has published many academic papers and policies and is an Associate Professor at Plymouth Business School
Kate Boothroyd, CFIRM
Kate is an experienced risk management trainer and consultant Kate has particular expertise in project and corporate risk management, training and development, and internal audit She has worked for major clients in both the public and private sector across a variety of countries and industries
David Stewart
Having spent 30 years rising to senior ranks in the police, David has spent the last 10 years supporting organisational resilience through his expertise in crisis, risk and security management He has supported major clients, up to and including executive level, internationally with significant expertise in the Middle East
Louis Cooper
Louis is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (‘ICAEW’) and a member of the IRM, the Institute of Internal Auditors and the British Standards Institution. He is a qualified teacher and has over 20 years ’ experience in governance, risk, and assurance services and he has worked for all of the ‘Big 4’ Accounting firms
John Crawley, CFIRM
John is a high-impact contributor with extensive experience in a range of disciplines including Finance, Risk Management, IT, HR, Strategy, Asset Management, Boardroom management and Business transformation He is well respected professional with considerable expertise in running as well as advising businesses
Richard Cross
A professional risk taker who enables intelligent and responsible risk adoption Richard has worked in and consulted across several industries, including finance, government intelligence, technology In various executive roles such as Chief Information Security Officer, Head of Competitive Intelligence, Chief Risk Officer
Sarah Gordon, IRMCert, PhD
Sarah has worked in a number of areas including risk and assurance, safety, sustainability, and tech start-ups; all across multiple industries, together with charities and governments She has also contributed to a number of industry leading papers and focus groups on risk topics
Grant Kennedy, CMIRM
Grant has extensive experience working within the Aerospace & Aviation Industry in progressive Senior Risk Management positions with; BAE Systems, Airbus, BAA and Global Infrastructure Partners He has a rare blend of experience, skills and knowledge capable of influencing and improving risk performance
Elvis Hernandez
Dr Elvis Hernandez helps organisations to maximize their assets-in-place and create growth opportunities for shareholders, investors, managers and stakeholders . He has advanced practice, knowledge, and education in Risk Management, Finance & Economics, Operational Research, and Corporate Governance.
Grant Griffiths
Grant is an internationally recognised risk management professional and an IRM Global Ambassador bringing over two decades of global senior leadership and executive roles with organisations in the energy, engineering & construction, manufacturing, technology and finance sectors
Nicolas Van de Rijt
Nicolas Van de Rijt is an actuary and risk management professional with deep expertise in risk modelling, measurement and governance Before joining the Institute of Risk Management in 2024 as a trainer and advisor, he worked for 7 years at McKinsey and 5 years at AIG before that, serving a wide range of institutions globally on topics ranging from detailed financial, risk and capital modelling to risk governance, regulatory compliance and operational resilience
Alongside his client work at McKinsey, Nicolas also facilitated countless internal trainings, including the inspiring week-long leadership development trainings and technical trainings on insurance and risk management For many years, providing training and facilitating professional development has been at the centre of Nicolas’ operating model
Nicolas is a fully qualified UK actuary (Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries), holds a PhD in Theoretical Cosmology from the Ecole Polytechnique (France) and studied Mathematics and Physics at Leuven University (Belgium) and Harvard University (USA)