Understanding Enterprise Risk Governance, Assurance and Control Frameworks

Understanding Enterprise Risk Governance, Assurance and Control Frameworks

Risk Management Training

Enterprise risk management: risk, governance, assurance, controls, applications.

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Date Venue Duration
07 - 11 September 2026 Sandton 5 Days
23 - 27 November 2026 Sandton 5 Days

Course Introduction

This Understanding Enterprise Risk Governance, Assurance & Control Frameworks: Risk Management Training course provides you with a general overview of all main aspects of Risk Management starting from the definition of the term and going through the building blocks of the total integrated Enterprise Risk Management model (ERM ) together with its related Risk Governance arrangements. This Understanding Enterprise Risk Governance, Assurance & Control Frameworks course will enable participants to appreciate the need and urgency to re-visit their existing Risk Management framework with an aim to improve and align with the overall organization strategic plan.

 

It will also allow a better understanding and clarity on the functional structures, roles and responsibilities required to be put in place to ensure an effective Risk Management Implementation enterprise wide.

Course Objectives

By the end of the Understanding Enterprise Risk Governance, Assurance & Control Frameworks: Risk Management Training, participants will:

  • Understand the definitions of key terms of Risk & Risk Management

  • Explore the different stages of the Risk Management process

  • Learn the tools and techniques used for Risk Assessment

  • Study Risk Formulation, Risk Ranking and Risk Treatment

  • Learn about Risk Appetite, Risk Tolerance and Risk Escalation

  • Understand the Enterprise Risk Management model

  • Study the Risk Governance Framework

Who should attend?

  • Risk / Compliance Management Function

  • Executive Management and Directors

  • Governing Body & CEO Level

  • Senior Management and Middle Management

  • Senior Risk Officers

  • Internal Audit Function

  • Internal Control Function

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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Introduction to Risk Management

Module 1: What is Risk? Definition, Types & Classification

  • Activity: Risk Mapping Exercise

Module 2: The Role of Risk Management in Modern Enterprises

  • Case Study: A Historical Look at Major Corporate Failures

Module 3: The Risk Management Process – Identification, Assessment, Mitigation & Review

  • Workshop: Risk Assessment Simulation

Risk Governance & Stakeholders

Module 4: Principles of Risk Governance

  • Discussion: Board’s Role in Risk Oversight

Module 5: Stakeholder Roles in Risk Governance: CRO, CEO, Board, etc.

  • Activity: Role-playing Stakeholder Risk Conversations

Module 6: Designing a Risk Governance Framework

  • Workshop: Drafting a Risk Governance Charter

Risk Assurance: Ensuring Risk Oversight

Module 7: Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Exercise: Designing Effective KRIs for a Hypothetical Company

Module 8: The Role of Internal Audit in Risk Assurance

  • Case Study: Effective Risk-Based Auditing

Module 9: Integrating Risk Assurance with Business Strategy

  • Group Discussion: Best Practices from Industry Leaders

Control Frameworks: Design & Evaluation

Module 10: Introduction to Popular Control Frameworks: COSO, ISO 31000, etc.

  • Activity: Comparing and Contrasting Different Frameworks

Module 11: Implementing Control Frameworks: Steps, Challenges & Best Practices

  • Workshop: Creating a Control Implementation Roadmap

Module 12: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Control Frameworks

  • Exercise: Evaluating Control Framework Case Studies

Case Studies & Real-world Applications

Module 13: Analysing Real-world Risk Management Failures

  • Group Discussion: Lessons Learned and Preventive Measures

Module 14: Innovations in Risk Management: Digital Tools, AI & More

Presentation: Future of Risk Management Technology

Module 15: Capstone Activity: Enterprise Risk Management Project

  • Workshop: Designing a Comprehensive ERM Strategy for a Hypothetical Organization

 

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