Risk Management Essentials course

Business & Management

A course by

UC Online

Learn essential standards and techniques for identifying, assessing and managing organisational risk, with a focus on ISO 31000 and practical application in a New Zealand context.

NZ$821

inc GST

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NZQA Level 8 Certification (5 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

This course requires 6 hours per week

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Define risk principles and key terms

Understand and use accepted risk management language and definitions in organisational settings.

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Assess scenarios for risk management value

Evaluate when and how risk management can add value to an organisation.

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Apply ISO 31000 standards

Assess the suitability and applicability of ISO 31000 and related standards to various risk contexts.

What You're Signing Up For

This micro-credential course provides you with foundational and practical knowledge to identify, assess, and manage risk in organisations. Covering key international standards and frameworks such as ISO 31000, you will apply risk management principles to real-world scenarios and case studies. Designed with input from industry, the course targets working professionals, board members, and those seeking to build or advance careers in risk management. Flexible, online delivery supports study around other commitments.

Course Content

  • Introduction to risk management principles and standards (NZ and international)
  • Key risk management terminology
  • Evaluating value-add scenarios for risk management
  • Applicability of ISO 31000 and other standards
  • Contemporary risk management in real-life scenarios
  • Risk management frameworks and critical evaluation
  • Practical application to case studies
  • Emerging trends and future considerations in risk management

What you need to know first

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification; OR five years professional experience in risk identification, assessment, or compliance roles.

English language proficiency

Access to computer and reliable internet

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Management

  • Risk Management

  • Corporate Governance

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Risk management practitioner

  • Risk assessor/analyst

  • Corporate governance roles

  • Board/director positions requiring risk management knowledge