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ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation

Develop foundational knowledge of ISO 31000 risk management principles, frameworks, processes, assessment techniques, risk treatment, monitoring, reporting, and continual improvement.

  • 2 DaysDuration
  • PPLAccredited
  • 3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ₹3,499.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Fundamentals of Risk Management

  • Meaning of risk
  • Risk and uncertainty
  • Sources of risk
  • Opportunities and threats
  • Risk management purpose
  • Organisational applications

Module 2: Introduction to ISO 31000

  • Purpose of ISO 31000
  • Scope and application
  • Key terminology
  • Risk management guidance
  • Organisational relevance
  • Structured risk management

Module 3: ISO 31000 Risk Management Principles

  • Integrated approach
  • Structured and comprehensive approach
  • Customised approach
  • Inclusive risk management
  • Dynamic risk management
  • Continual improvement

Module 4: Risk Management Framework

  • Framework purpose
  • Leadership and commitment
  • Integration
  • Framework design
  • Implementation
  • Evaluation and improvement

Module 5: Leadership and Risk Governance

  • Leadership responsibilities
  • Risk governance
  • Accountability
  • Risk ownership
  • Resource allocation
  • Organisational risk culture

Module 6: Organisational Context

  • Internal context
  • External context
  • Business environment
  • Stakeholder expectations
  • Organisational objectives
  • Context analysis

Module 7: Establishing Risk Criteria

  • Risk criteria
  • Risk appetite concepts
  • Risk tolerance
  • Likelihood criteria
  • Consequence criteria
  • Decision thresholds

Module 8: Risk Identification

  • Risk sources
  • Events
  • Causes
  • Consequences
  • Risk identification techniques
  • Risk documentation

Module 9: Risk Analysis

  • Likelihood assessment
  • Consequence assessment
  • Existing controls
  • Risk levels
  • Qualitative analysis
  • Quantitative concepts

Module 10: Risk Evaluation

  • Comparing risk against criteria
  • Risk significance
  • Risk prioritisation
  • Acceptability
  • Escalation
  • Decision-making

Module 11: Risk Treatment

  • Treatment objectives
  • Avoiding risk
  • Reducing risk
  • Sharing risk
  • Accepting risk
  • Selecting treatment options

Module 12: Risk Controls

  • Preventive controls
  • Detective controls
  • Corrective controls
  • Control effectiveness
  • Control ownership
  • Residual risk

Module 13: Risk Registers and Documentation

  • Risk register structure
  • Risk descriptions
  • Risk ownership
  • Risk ratings
  • Treatment actions
  • Maintaining risk information

Module 14: Communication and Consultation

  • Stakeholder communication
  • Consultation
  • Risk information
  • Internal communication
  • External communication
  • Supporting informed decisions

Module 15: Monitoring, Review and Reporting

  • Risk monitoring
  • Control monitoring
  • Risk reviews
  • Key risk indicators
  • Risk reporting
  • Changes in risk exposure

Module 16: Continual Improvement of Risk Management

  • Reviewing effectiveness
  • Lessons learned
  • Emerging risks
  • Framework improvement
  • Risk culture development
  • Continuous enhancement
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

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Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor on-site
  • Printed workbook & materials
  • Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor via video call
  • Digital workbook & resources
  • Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • On-demand video lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • 24/7 access on any device
— About this course

Course Overview

This foundation course provides a structured understanding of risk management based on ISO 31000 principles and guidance. Participants will explore risk governance, organisational context, risk identification, analysis, evaluation, treatment, controls, communication, monitoring, reporting, and continual improvement to support effective risk-based decision-making across organisational activities.

— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Understand the fundamental concepts and terminology of risk management.

02

Explain the principles and framework underlying ISO 31000.

03

Understand organisational context, governance, risk ownership, and risk criteria.

04

Apply fundamental approaches for identifying, analysing, and evaluating risks.

05

Understand different risk treatment strategies and types of controls.

06

Develop and maintain basic risk registers and supporting documentation.

07

Understand risk communication, consultation, monitoring, review, and reporting.

08

Support continual improvement of organisational risk management practices.

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this course?
This course is suitable for working professionals, managers, risk and compliance personnel, project professionals, and employees involved in organisational risk management activities.
Do I need previous risk management experience?
No. This is a foundation-level course designed to build risk management knowledge from fundamental concepts.
What does ISO 31000 cover?
ISO 31000 provides principles, a framework, and guidance for identifying, analysing, evaluating, treating, monitoring, and communicating organisational risks.
Will I learn how to assess risks?
Yes. Participants learn foundational approaches to risk identification, likelihood and consequence assessment, risk analysis, evaluation, prioritisation, and documentation.
Does the course cover risk registers?
Yes. Participants learn the basic structure and use of risk registers, including risk descriptions, ratings, ownership, controls, treatment actions, and ongoing updates.
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