Managing Operational Risks in business line Strategies for Executive managers #253002

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Managing Operational Risks in Business Line: Strategies for Executive Managers is a 5-day intensive course designed to equip executives with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across their business lines. This course will delve into the latest risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools, enabling participants to enhance organizational resilience and protect their business.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the fundamentals of operational risk: including its definition, types, and impact on business operations.
• Develop a robust operational risk management framework: tailored to the specific needs of their organization.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize operational risks: using advanced risk assessment techniques.
• Implement effective risk mitigation strategies: to reduce the likelihood and impact of operational risks.
• Monitor and control operational risks: through regular reviews and continuous improvement.
• Communicate and report on operational risks: to senior management and the board of directors.

This course is suitable for:
• Executives and C-Suite Executives: CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other senior leaders.
• Risk Managers: Risk management professionals and specialists.
• Compliance Officers: Individuals responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Operations Managers: Managers responsible for day-to-day operations.
• Board Members: Board members who oversee risk management and governance.

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a binder containing a copy of the presentation
• slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

• Defining Operational Risk:
o Types of operational risks (people, process, systems, external events)
o Impact of operational risks on business operations
• Operational Risk Management Frameworks:
o COSO ERM Framework
o Basel II and Basel III
o ISO 31000
• Risk Appetite and Tolerance:
o Establishing risk appetite and tolerance levels
o Aligning risk appetite with business strategy

• Risk Identification Techniques:
o Brainstorming
o Checklists
o Scenario analysis
o Hazard identification and risk analysis (HIRA)
• Risk Assessment Methodologies:
o Qualitative risk assessment
o Quantitative risk assessment
o Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Prioritizing Risks:
o Risk ranking and scoring
o Risk heat maps

• Risk Mitigation Techniques:
o Risk avoidance
o Risk reduction
o Risk transfer
o Risk acceptance
• Control Frameworks:
o Internal controls
o Policy and procedure development
o Monitoring and control activities
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning:
o Business impact analysis (BIA)
o Disaster recovery plan (DRP)

• Key Risk Indicators (KRIs):
o Developing and monitoring KRIs
o Using KRIs to identify emerging risks
• Risk Reporting and Communication:
o Reporting to senior management and the board
o Effective communication of risk information
• Risk Management Frameworks and Tools:
o Implementing risk management software and tools

• Cybersecurity Risks:
o Cyber threats and vulnerabilities
o Cybersecurity best practices
• Operational Resilience:
o Building resilient organizations
o Crisis management and business continuity
• Regulatory and Compliance Risks:
o Staying compliant with evolving regulations
o Conducting regulatory impact assessments
• The Future of Operational Risk Management:
o Emerging technologies and their impact on risk
o The role of AI and machine learning in risk management

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