Operational Risk Management- CPD Accredited

Course Overview
Operational risk has emerged as an important and integral component of risk management practice and is regarded as a significant risk that can be found in any process within any organisation. The failure of people, processes and systems that represents Operational risk has been attributed to most of the risk management failures that have been witnessed by many global institutions. While market and credit risk remain as the other key focal points of risk management, operational risk cannot be ignored at any cost given its significance in Risk management. Therefore, the topic of Operational Risk covered in this training program is designed to allow participants to gain a thorough understanding of the concept, role and application of Operational Risk and the benefits that best practice Operational risk brings to an organisation, if properly and effectively adopted. The main building blocks of an Operational Risk framework, the techniques and tools of Operational risk and the value and associated challenges that Operational Risk brings to organisations in relation to adoption or implementation will also be presented to allow for a full understanding of the entire topic area.
Know Your Risk (KYR) Training & Learning Solutions is a boutique international specialist risk management training organization catering to the training requirements for corporate and institutional clients in the field of risk management. All training programs are tailored and designed by sourcing information and knowledge from global best practices in risk management. Programs being delivered by KYR Training & Learning solutions include two, three, four and five day programs that are delivered either as onsite or via remote learning. Programs on various risk management topics involved Operational Risk, Fraud Risk & Conduct Risk have been successfully delivered by KYR Training & Learning Solutions to international banking and financial services clients onsite in Dubai, Singapore, Australia and Muscat with further international trainings planned for delivery internationally across multiple locations.
Know Your Risk (KYR) Training & Learning Solutions is a boutique international specialist risk management training organization catering to the training requirements for corporate and institutional clients in the field of risk management. All training programs are tailored and designed by sourcing information and knowledge from global best practices in risk management. Programs being delivered by KYR Training & Learning solutions include two, three, four and five day programs that are delivered either as onsite or via remote learning. Programs on various risk management topics involved Operational Risk, Fraud Risk & Conduct Risk have been successfully delivered by KYR Training & Learning Solutions to international banking and financial services clients onsite in Dubai, Singapore, Australia and Muscat with further international trainings planned for delivery internationally across multiple locations.
Instructors
Experienced and versatile Risk Management Executive with over 20 years of expertise in the banking and financial services sectors across Australia and Saudi Arabia. Proven track record in leading operational risk functions in complex, high-stakes environments, with significant experience in managing large teams and presenting at the Board level.I specialize in aligning operational risk management with enterprise strategies to drive value-based outcomes and have led transformative initiatives to enhance internal controls, governance, and risk assurance frameworks. My work includes developing and implementing strategic operational risk frameworks, policies, and robust enterprise-wide risk metrics and registers, along with optimizing risk management systems and applications.As a global subject matter expert, I deliver highly sought-after international corporate training programs featuring f... Read More
Course Outcomes
By attending this course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand how to build a robust framework for Operational Risk management
- Build a culture for good risk management
- Understand how to drive value out of Operational Risk management
- Understand Risk Appetite and build robust Key Risk indicator frameworks
Course Structure
DAY 1 - MORNING SESSION
SESSION 1
Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management.
1.1 Definition and scope of Operational Risk
1.2 Characteristic and importance of Operational Risk
1.3 Relationships of Operational Risk to other risk types
1.4.Operational Risk Framework - Roles and Responsibilities
1.5 Operational Risk Management as a cycle
SESSION 2
The Regulatory Treatment of Operational Risk
2.1 Key regulatory influences on Operational Risk
2.2 Evolving approaches to regulation and supervision
2.3 Principles for the Sound Management of Operational Risk
2.4 Regulatory interest in specific Operational Risk categories.
SESSION 3
Management of Operational Risk
3.1 Components of a risk governance framework and how they interact
3.2 Roles and responsibilities of the Operational Risk management function
3.3. Accountabilities, roles and responsibilities in the management of Operational Risk
3.4 Needs and expectations of external stakeholders in relations to operational risk
AFTERNOON SESSION
AFTERNOON SESSION
SESSION 4
Governance & Culture
4.1 Basic Governance requirements
4.2 Culture Definition and Context in relation to Operational Risk
4.3 Positive culture factors
4.4 Operational Risk policy
4.5 How to drive a positive culture for good Risk Management
SESSION 5
Risk Management Frameworks
5.1 Purpose of a Risk Management framework
5.2 COSO ERM Integrated Framework
5.3 ISO 31000:2018
5.4 How do you communicate a Risk
management framework - The Risk House
DAY 2 - MORNING SESSION
SESSION 1 Operational Risk Management tools and techniques:
- Categorisation of Operational Risk
- Risk & Control Self - Assessment
- Issues & Action Plan Management
- Incident & Loss Event Managemen
SESSION 2
Operational Risk Appetite
- What is Risk Appetite
- Principles for an effective Operational Risk
- Appetite framework
- Elements of an Operational Risk Appetite Statement
- The differences between capacity, appetite
- and tolerance in relationship to Operational Risk Appetite
- The process for setting Operational Risk Appetite
- The role of Operational Risk Appetite in a Company's Culture.
SESSION 3
Key Risk Indicators
- Role and purpose of different forms of Risk indicators
- Nature and use of Key Risk Indicators
- Challenges surrounding Key Risk Indicators
- Sustainable Key Risk Indicator Framework
AFTERNOON SESSION
SESSION 4
SESSION 4
- Operational Risk Reporting
- Who needs an Operational Risk Report - understand your audience
- What and when to report
- Derive value from the Operational Risk Report
SESSION 5
Case Studies & Team Exercise
- Barings Bank
- BCCI
- Societe Generale
- HSBC
- ING Australia
- GOLD AE
Course Assessment
Team Exercise 1. Assessment of applicable Operational Risk and controls in reference to Case studies
Team Exercise 2. Example of a Banking product and application of Operational Risk Assessment
Target Audience
This course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of operational risk management in financial and non-financial institutions. It is particularly suitable for:
- Risk Management Professionals: Individuals responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks within their organizations.
- Compliance Officers: Professionals ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal risk policies.
- Corporate Executives: Senior leaders looking to strengthen their organisation’s resilience to operational risks.
- Auditors: Internal and external auditors focusing on operational risk evaluation and control measures.
- Business Continuity Managers: Professionals involved in planning and managing organizational responses to unexpected disruptions.
- IT and Cybersecurity Specialists: Those addressing risks related to technology, data breaches, and system failures.
Recommended Resources
Participants will have access to a range of recommended readings, videos, and case studies through the LMS platform. These resources will provide deeper insights into the topics covered in each module and further enhance their understanding of Islamic finance and capital markets.
Certificates
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, participants will receive a
certificate of completion from ExpertGate.
