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ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation Course

The ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation Course develops essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, treat, monitor, and manage organisational risks using ISO 31000 principles.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Intermediate
A woman leads a classroom discussion on risk management using a projected risk matrix, part of the ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation Course.

Course Features

This ICTQual AB course is a 5-day foundation-level training programme delivered through Approved Training Centres, covering 10 mandatory study units with mandatory assessment based on ISO 31000 risk management principles.

  • 5-day training programme
  • Delivered through ICTQual AB Approved Training Centres
  • Available online, in-person, or blended, subject to ATC delivery decision
  • 10 mandatory study units covering the full risk management process
  • Mandatory assessment through 100 multiple-choice questions
  • Minimum 75% score required to pass the assessment

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 the application of internationally recognised ISO 31000 principles to strengthen resilience and strategic decision-making.

  • Builds practical understanding of ISO 31000 risk management principles

  • Covers the full risk management process from identification to improvement

  • Supports organisational resilience and strategic decision-making

  • Develops skills in risk assessment, treatment, monitoring, and reporting

  • Helps learners contribute to compliance, governance, and planning activities

  • Provides a foundation for advanced ISO 31000 and enterprise risk management study

What You'll Learn

Learners will develop practical knowledge of ISO 31000 risk management concepts, frameworks, processes, tools, and organisational applications required to support structured and effective risk management.

  • Understand the purpose and importance of risk management in organisations

  • Learn how risk management supports strategic decision-making and business objectives

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

  • Identify, assess, analyse, prioritise, and document organisational risks

  • Develop and monitor risk treatment strategies aligned with organisational objectives

  • Integrate risk management into governance, compliance, operations, projects, and continuous improvement

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for individuals involved in or preparing for roles connected with risk management, governance, compliance, audit, business continuity, finance, project management, and organisational leadership.

  • Risk managers and risk officers

  • Risk analysts and risk consultants

  • Governance and compliance professionals

  • Audit and assurance professionals

  • Business continuity, finance, and project management professionals

  • Learners seeking to start a career in risk management

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation Course 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 have the maturity, educational background, language ability, professional interest, and basic technical skills needed to participate effectively in foundation-level risk management training.

  • Learners should generally be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent, and sufficient English proficiency for course materials and assessment

  • Basic computer literacy, analytical and problem-solving ability, and interest in risk management are required; prior exposure to risk management, governance, compliance, project management, ISO 31000, COSO ERM, or PMI risk management is beneficial but not mandatory

Assessments

This course includes mandatory assessment conducted through ICTQual AB Approved Training Centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of the course material and their ability to apply risk management concepts in practical situations.

  • Mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres

  • 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Assessment evaluates understanding and practical application of course concepts

  • Minimum score of 75% required to pass

Progression

Completing this course provides a foundation for advanced ISO 31000 qualifications, enterprise risk management development, and career opportunities in risk management, compliance, governance, consultancy, and organisational resilience.

  • Progression to ISO 31000 Lead Implementer certification

  • Progression to ISO 31000 Lead Auditor certification

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

  • Career pathways including Risk Analyst, Risk Officer, Risk Consultant, Risk Manager, Chief Risk Officer, Compliance Specialist, and Governance and Compliance Manager

Apply Now For This Course

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Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelIntermediate
Course CategoryISO Standards
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