Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and GRC
Aligning Risk, Governance, and Compliance for Strategic Resilience and Performance
Course Schedule
| Venue | Fees |
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| In-House | ASK FOR THE QUOTATION |
Course Introduction
In today’s increasingly complex and interconnected world, organizations face a wide range of strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), when effectively aligned with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks, empowers organizations to proactively manage uncertainties, protect value, and seize opportunities.
This intensive 5-day training is designed to equip professionals with a deep understanding of ERM principles and how they integrate with GRC systems to improve governance, streamline compliance, and embed risk management across the enterprise. The course combines global best practices, real-world case studies, and hands-on tools to build resilient, risk-aware organizations.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand ERM frameworks including COSO and ISO 31000
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Integrate ERM with Governance and Compliance strategies
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Identify, assess, and prioritize enterprise-level risks
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Build a risk culture that supports decision-making
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Design risk response and control strategies
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Monitor and report on risk performance across the organization
Key Benefits of Attending
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of ERM and its link to governance and compliance
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Learn to build effective GRC frameworks that improve transparency and accountability
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Acquire practical tools for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
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Stay ahead of regulatory requirements and internal control demands
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Improve decision-making through risk-based thinking
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
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Risk managers and analysts
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Internal auditors and compliance officers
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Governance professionals and corporate strategists
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CFOs, COOs, and senior executives
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Project managers and operations leaders
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
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Mastery of ERM concepts and GRC integration
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Risk identification, scoring, and mitigation planning
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Compliance monitoring and control frameworks
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Strategic thinking through risk-based planning
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Communication of risk insights to senior stakeholders
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
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Enhanced alignment of risk, compliance, and governance efforts
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Improved operational resilience and regulatory compliance
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Greater risk transparency and accountability
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Streamlined GRC reporting for boards and regulators
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Strengthened risk-informed decision-making
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
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Strategy Briefings – Overview of ERM frameworks and GRC architectures
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Case Studies – Real-life failures and successes in enterprise risk governance
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Workshops – Hands-on exercises for risk mapping, controls design, and compliance alignment
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Peer Exchange – Cross-industry discussion of risk issues and innovations
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Tools – Templates for risk registers, RACI matrices, risk heat maps, and compliance dashboards
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Foundations of ERM and GRC
Module 1: Introduction to ERM and GRC (07:30 – 09:30)
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Definitions and importance of ERM and GRC
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Overview of COSO and ISO 31000 frameworks
Module 2: Governance Structures and Risk Oversight (09:45 – 11:15)
Module 3: Case Study – ERM Failures and Lessons (11:30 – 01:00)
Module 4: Group Discussion – GRC in Your Organization (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 2: Risk Identification and Assessment
Module 1: Types of Enterprise Risks (07:30 – 09:30)
Module 2: Risk Identification Tools and Techniques (09:45 – 11:15)
Module 3: Workshop – Building a Risk Register (11:30 – 01:00)
Module 4: Prioritizing Risks Using Heat Maps (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 3: Risk Response and Control Integration
Module 1: Developing Risk Responses and Mitigation Strategies (07:30 – 09:30)
Module 2: Internal Controls and Control Activities (09:45 – 11:15)
Module 3: Workshop – Mapping Controls to Risks (11:30 – 01:00)
Module 4: Control Self-Assessment Techniques (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 4: Compliance and Monitoring
Module 1: Aligning Compliance Functions with Risk Management (07:30 – 09:30)
Module 2: Compliance Monitoring and Audit (09:45 – 11:15)
Module 3: Workshop – Building a Compliance Checklist (11:30 – 01:00)
Module 4: Reporting Risk and Compliance to Stakeholders (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 5: GRC Strategy, Integration, and Maturity
Module 1: Building an Integrated GRC Architecture (07:30 – 09:30)
Module 2: Maturity Models and Capability Assessments (09:45 – 11:15)
Module 3: Workshop – Designing Your GRC Framework (11:30 – 01:00)
Module 4: Final Presentations and Action Planning (02:00 – 03:30)
Certification
Certificate of Completion in Enterprise Risk Management and GRC,
certifying their ability to implement ERM systems aligned with governance and compliance frameworks to enhance strategic resilience, risk intelligence, and organizational value.