ISO Standards

ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation

This foundation course develops essential ISO 31000 knowledge for identifying, assessing, treating, monitoring, and integrating organisational risks to strengthen compliance, decision-making, resilience, and long-term business performance.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Intermediate
A woman leads a discussion on risk management in a bright conference room, illustrating ICTQual ISO 31000 principles on a screen.

Course Features

This course provides a globally recognised foundation in ISO 31000 risk management, combining essential principles, practical methods, organisational application, structured assessment, and progression toward advanced risk management certifications.

  • Globally recognised ICTQual AB ISO 31000 foundation certification
  • Focus on identifying, assessing, analysing, treating, monitoring, and reporting organisational risks
  • Practical application of ISO 31000 principles within organisational governance and decision-making
  • Coverage of risk management frameworks, methodologies, best practices, and stakeholder communication
  • Flexible delivery through approved training centres in online, in-person, or blended formats
  • Mandatory assessment through quizzes with 100 multiple-choice questions and a required passing score of 75%

About This Course

The ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation Course equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and manage risks effectively within organisations. It supports learners in applying internationally recognised ISO 31000 principles to improve resilience, compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.

  • Builds a solid foundation in ISO 31000 risk management principles and application

  • Develops practical skills in risk assessment, risk analysis, risk treatment, and risk reporting

  • Supports improved organisational resilience and informed decision-making

  • Helps learners understand risk management governance, frameworks, and processes

  • Prepares learners to contribute to compliance, strategic planning, and risk management initiatives

  • Provides a stepping stone toward advanced risk management certifications and professional growth

What You'll Learn

Learners will develop foundation-level competence in applying ISO 31000 risk management concepts, terminology, framework requirements, assessment methods, treatment strategies, monitoring approaches, organisational integration, and continuous improvement practices.

  • Understand the purpose, importance, and organisational value of risk management

  • Apply essential risk management terminology, including risk, likelihood, impact, mitigation, appetite, tolerance, and exposure

  • Understand the structure, principles, and organisational benefits of the ISO 31000 standard

  • Establish and evaluate a structured risk management framework aligned with organisational objectives

  • Identify, assess, analyse, prioritise, treat, monitor, and report organisational risks

  • Integrate risk management into governance, compliance, projects, operational planning, and continuous improvement processes

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for individuals involved in risk management, governance, compliance, audit, project management, and organisational leadership, as well as learners seeking entry into risk management careers.

  • Risk managers, risk officers, risk analysts, and risk consultants

  • Governance, compliance, audit, and organisational leadership professionals

  • Business continuity, finance, IT, healthcare, government, and corporate sector professionals

  • Project managers and programme managers responsible for risk-informed planning

  • Senior executives and managers responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing organisational risks

  • Learners seeking a foundation for careers or advanced qualifications in risk management

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.

Introduction to Risk Management

1
Understand the purpose and importance of risk management in organisations.
2
Learn how risk management supports strategic decision-making and business objectives.
3
Recognise different types of risks, including operational, financial, and strategic risks.
4
Understand the relationship between risk management and organisational resilience.
5
Identify key stakeholders involved in managing risks.
6
Appreciate the benefits of a proactive risk management approach.
7
Learn how risk management aligns with regulatory and industry requirements.

Key Concepts and Terminology

ISO 31000 Framework

Risk Management Framework

Risk Identification

Risk Assessment and Analysis

Risk Treatment Strategies

Risk Monitoring and Review

Integration with Organizational Processes

Continuous Improvement

Course Requirements

Learners should meet the official entry expectations for maturity, education, English proficiency, analytical capability, professional interest, and readiness to apply risk management concepts in real-world organisational contexts.

  • Learners should be 18 years or older and generally hold a high school diploma or equivalent with sufficient English proficiency and basic computer literacy

  • Prior experience or interest in risk management, project management, governance, compliance, leadership, or related fields is beneficial, while familiarity with ISO 31000, COSO ERM, or PMI risk management standards is advantageous but not mandatory

Assessments

Assessment is mandatory and conducted through approved training centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of course material and ability to apply ISO 31000 risk management concepts in practical situations.

  • Mandatory assessment conducted through approved training centres

  • Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Assessment of understanding of course material and practical application of concepts

  • Minimum score of 75% required to pass the assessment

Progression

Completion of this foundation course supports career development, professional credibility, advanced certifications, global opportunities, and practical contribution to organisational risk management and resilience initiatives.

  • Progression to ISO 31000 Lead Implementer or ISO 31000 Lead Auditor certifications

  • Advanced study in enterprise risk management, business continuity, operational risk, financial risk, and strategic risk management

  • Career opportunities as risk manager, risk analyst, risk consultant, chief risk officer, governance manager, or compliance manager

  • Professional development in consultancy, organisational resilience, risk reporting, strategic advisory, and cross-border risk management roles

Apply Now For This Course

Fill out the application form below to enroll in ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation. Our team will review your application and contact you shortly with enrollment details.

Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelIntermediate
Course CategoryISO Standards
Start Date
Deadline Date
ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation course poster - admissions open - enroll now - ISO Standards training - certification by ICTQual AB