FIN08017 2022 Principles of Risk and Risk Management
This module aims to provide the students with an introduction to the theory, principles of risk and risk management and to appraise current risk management thinking.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Explain the origins and key concepts relating to risk management
Discuss the main risk management standards
Outline the concepts of enterprise risk management
Describe the main approaches to risk identification
Explain the main approaches to the analysis and evaluation of risk
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The student will engage with the content of the module through lectures, case studies, problem based learning and the use of interactive multi media tools.
Module Assessment Strategies
The continuous assessment will consist of one of the following:
- Group project
- Written assessment
- Essay
- Report
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Final exam only
Indicative Syllabus
1. Concepts and definitions - Definitions of risk, impact of risk on organisations, introduction to types of risk, definitions and development of risk management, principles and aims of risk management.
2. Risk management standards - General risk management standards, alternative risk management approaches
3. Enterprise risk management implementing ERM and establishing the context for risk management.
4. Risk identification Risk assessment considerations, risk classification systems (risk identification), risk causes (sources) and consequences.
5. Risk analysis and evaluation: Introduction to risk analysis, risk likelihood and impact, loss control, defining the upside of risk, the importance of risk appetite (risk evaluation).
6. Risk responses and risk treatment Introduction to risk treatment and risk response, the 4Ts, risk control techniques, introduction to monitoring and review, insurance and risk transfer, business continuity planning (BCP) etc
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Continuous assessment will consist of one of the following: Group project, Written assessment ,Essay, Case Study, Report | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 30 % | Week 6 | 1,2,3 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 70 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2018 Fundamentals of Risk Management
ISBN 0749483075 ISBN-13 9780749483074
Get extensive coverage of the core concepts and frameworks of risk management with this ideal companion for emerging professionals.
Module Resources
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