Leading the way in risk management

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IRM's International Diploma in Risk Management is a broadly based postgraduate qualification for the risk management professional.

The Diploma is unique, as it has been developed through extensive collaboration between leading educational thinkers and academics, in partnership with risk practitioners from across the world. Offered on a part time, flexible, distance learning basis, it provides the opportunity to obtain an internationally recognised risk qualification that is independent of any business sector.

The programme is designed to equip today's practitioners to become the risk managers of tomorrow, through the development of a solid, progressive and practical set of skills which in turn enhance career portability and personal status and reward.

The Diploma is more than just a qualification: completion offers an entry route to IRM membership which, in addition to providing extensive benefits relevant to working risk professionals, also provides valuable networking opportunities.

What are the entry requirements for the Diploma?

You are eligible to study for the Diploma if you have:

• IRM International Certificate in Risk Management

or

• A first degree: at least a 2:2 from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification from a non-UK Institute

or

• An equivalent level professional qualification and at least 3 years risk management associated experience

or

• No formal qualifications, but more than 3 years risk management experience at a senior level

Who should take the programme?

The Diploma is relevant to and will be of value to the following:

	Risk management professionals who have the desire to become future risk managers
	Newly qualified graduates wishing to develop their knowledge and practical skills in risk management to enhance their career opportunities
	Those who have qualified in a related discipline and are seeking to broaden their knowledge and understanding of risk management including: Auditors, accountants and advisors of governance Project, programme and change managers Insurance underwriters, claims handlers, brokers and client managers Loss adjusters and consultants Safety, health and environment professionals Lawyers and legal consultants Banking and financial services professionals Engineers and surveyors Local authority, public service and charity professionals Anyone seeking to develop their knowledge beyond the Certificate in Risk Management

Testimonials

"BT is proud to be working with IRM in support of the launch of the new International Diploma and to broaden the critical relationship between education, communications and enterprise". Bill Rann, Global Head of Governance Practice, BT

"As head of a risk consulting practice I see the Diploma as the new gold standard for ERM qualifications. I have signed up three of my team as proof of my belief in its importance for international organisations". Alex Hindson, Head of Enterprise Risk Management, Aon Global Risk Consulting, UK

"Profitable companies in the insurance sector are the ones that fully understand the risks they face. The new Diploma will equip risk managers to contribute towards the success of their companies and demonstrates the value of risk management". Philip Hicks, Risk and Audit Manager, Liberty Syndicate Management