Why should you attend?

The ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager training course helps participants develop their competences to support an organisation create and protect value by managing risks, making decisions, and improving performance using the ISO 31000 guidelines. It provides information regarding the core elements and the effective implementation of a risk management framework, the application of the risk management process, and the actions necessary for the successful integration of these elements to meet organisational objectives. Furthermore, it provides guidance on the selection and application of techniques for assessing risks in a wide range of situations.

Upon completion of the training course, participants can sit for the exam and apply to obtain the “PECB Certified ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager” credential. The credential demonstrates that the participant possesses the theoretical and practical knowledge and professional capabilities to support and lead risk management processes based on ISO 31000 guidelines and best practices in this field.

Who should attend?

• Risk directors, managers, officers
• Individuals responsible for the creation and protection of value in organisations
• Top management members who seek guidance on how risk management should be integrated at a strategic level
• Individuals responsible for risk management processes
• Individuals interested in risk management

Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of the risk management framework, process, and principles.

Course agenda

DAY 1 | Introduction to ISO 31000 and risk management

DAY 2 | Establishing the risk management framework and initiating the risk management process

DAY 3 | Risk analysis, risk evaluation, and risk treatment according to ISO 31000

DAY 4 | Recording and reporting, monitoring and review, and communication and consultation according to ISO 31000

DAY 5 | Certification exam

Training material

The participant will receive training materials containing more than 400 pages of information and practical examples in electronic form via the KATE application. As part of the full-time course, the participant will also receive training materials in printed form.

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager” exam complies with the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

• DOMAIN 1 | Fundamental principles and concepts of risk management 
• DOMAIN 2 | Establishing the risk management framework
• DOMAIN 3 | Initiating the risk management process and assessing risks
• DOMAIN 4 | Risk treatment
• DOMAIN 5 | Risk recording and reporting
• DOMAIN 6 | Risk monitoring and review
• DOMAIN 7 | Risk communication and consultation

The exam takes the form of a test consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions. It is an open-book exam, where candidates are allowed to use the following reference materials: training course materials, any personal notes taken during the training course, a hard copy dictionary, a hard copy of a standard. The exam lasts 3 hours and can be taken online or in paper form. If you do not pass the exam, you can repeat the exam for free within 12 months.

For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the PECB Examination Rules and Policies.

Price

The price includes participation in the course, electronic training materials, exam and PECB certification fees. The price of the full-time course also includes a printed copy of the training material, lunch on teaching days and small refreshments.

Certification

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the respective credential. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements of this certification. For more information about the certification, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for the “PECB Certified ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager” certifications are: