Fundamentals of Risk Management & Risk Champion

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Course Introduction

In today’s fast-paced business environment, organisations face uncertainty at every turn. The ability to anticipate, assess, and respond to risk is no longer optional—it is essential for long-term competitiveness and resilience. The Fundamentals of Risk Management Training Course equips professionals to become Risk Champions, providing the skills to manage risks effectively across all organisational functions.

This training covers strategic decision-making, stakeholder communication, operational processes, financial management, and external geopolitical considerations. Participants will gain a complete understanding of enterprise-wide risk exposure and the tools to mitigate potential threats.

Key highlights of the course include:

  • Understanding risk from both strategic and operational perspectives
  • Applying ISO 31000 principles to real-world business scenarios
  • Learning to lead and embed a risk-conscious culture within the organisation
  • Developing practical tools for risk assessment, monitoring, and response
  • Enhancing decision-making capabilities in uncertain and complex environments

By completing this course, participants will emerge as confident Risk Champions capable of driving informed decisions, fostering a proactive risk culture, and supporting organisational resilience in any situation.

Objectives

This Risk Management Training Course is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to lead risk management initiatives across their organisations. By participating, attendees will:

  • Understand how effective risk management contributes to business performance, competitiveness, and organisational resilience
  • Master concepts, methods, approaches, and international standards for managing risk effectively
  • Learn to evaluate existing risk practices and design improvements for enterprise-wide deployment
  • Apply best practices in risk assessment, mitigation, and reporting to real organisational scenarios
  • Develop the capability to guide cross-functional teams and embed a risk-aware culture
  • Gain the confidence to integrate risk management with strategic decision-making and operational planning

By the end of this training course, participants will be equipped to handle uncertainty, influence key decisions, and strengthen the overall risk posture of their organisation.

Training Methodology

The Fundamentals of Risk Management Training Course adopts an interactive and practical learning approach to ensure participants gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. The course combines instructor-led presentations, group discussions, case studies, and workshops to provide an engaging and applied learning environment.

Scenario-based exercises and peer collaboration allow participants to practice evaluating risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and integrating risk management principles into real organisational contexts. This method encourages critical thinking, strengthens cross-functional communication, and develops leadership capabilities in risk governance. By the end of the course, participants will be able to confidently apply ISO 31000-aligned frameworks and risk strategies within their teams and organisations.

Who Should Attend?

The Fundamentals of Risk Management Training Course is suitable for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge of risk management frameworks and practices. It is ideal for individuals involved in decision-making, operational planning, or project management who want to lead and support a risk-conscious culture.

This course is particularly valuable for:

  • Experienced Risk Managers and Practitioners
  • Internal Auditors seeking ISO 31000 guidance
  • Line and Project Managers responsible for operational or project risks
  • Operations, Program, and Engineering Managers
  • Organisational Development, Change, Quality, and Excellence Professionals
  • Professionals involved in enterprise risk assessment, strategy, and decision-making

By attending, participants will acquire practical skills to become effective Risk Champions, capable of embedding a proactive risk culture across their organisation.

Course Outline

Day 1: Understanding Risk & Risk Management

  • Defining Risk
  • The Purpose & Practice of Risk Management
  • Problems in the definitions
  • The concepts, approaches, international standards, methods and techniques for the effective implementation of Risk Management
  • Evaluating Risk Management frameworks and practices
  • Delegates’ organizational evaluation

Day 2: The Nature of Risk Management

  • Risk Management best practices
  • Practical applications
  • Using ISO 31000 to manage risk
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  • Aligning Risk Management with the organisation
  • Developing an effective Risk Management structure

Day 3: The Role of the Risk Champion

  • Who makes a good Risk Champion?
  • Knowledge & skill requirements
  • The role of Leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Developing mechanisms to support application across the organization
  • Deployment

Day 4: The Relationship to Business Continuity

  • Principles of Business Continuity Management & Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS)
  • Incident and emergency response management
  • Implementation of a BCMS in accordance with ISO 22301 & ISO/IEC 27031
  • Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk Assessment
  • The relationship between BCMS and compliance with Risk Management requirements
  • The business case and project plan for a BCMS

Day 5: Practical Considerations

  • Defining your priorities & where to start
  • Identifying training needs
  • Avoiding common issues
  • Do’s & Do Not’s
  • The Next Steps
  • Course Review

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Aztech Training
Coventry

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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Expect an engaging, hands-on journey — not a room full of slides and passive listening. COPEX’s delivery blends presentations with group discussions, real-world case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative workshops. The goal is simple: everything you learn, you can use immediately back at work.

You'll be in good hands. COPEX hosts its courses in premium 4-star and 5-star hotels, with professional, fully equipped training spaces designed for focus and comfort. Throughout each day, you'll enjoy refreshment breaks with coffee and snacks, plus a complimentary lunch following every session.

This Fundamentals of Risk Management & Risk Champion Training Course welcomes professionals from all walks of corporate life — whether you're a seasoned manager, an emerging team leader, a subject-matter specialist, or simply someone driven to grow in their field. If you're serious about advancing your career and deepening your expertise, this course was built with you in mind.

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