FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT
“Mastering Risk Assessment, Mitigation, and Control Techniques for Financial Decision-Making”
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 – 26 Feb 2025 | Doha, Qatar | USD 1995 per delegate |
| 28 – 29 May 2025 | Manama, Bahrain | USD 1995 per delegate |
| 04 – 05 Mar 2025 | Dubai, UAE | USD 1995 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Financial risk management has become a crucial aspect of strategic decision-making in today’s volatile global economy. The ability to effectively assess, mitigate, and manage financial risks is vital for sustaining long-term profitability and safeguarding the financial health of an organization. This 2-day course equips professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate financial risks, including market volatility, credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risks.
By leveraging proven risk management strategies, participants will develop the ability to make informed, data-driven decisions and integrate risk management principles into their organization’s overall strategy. The course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of financial risk and apply risk management techniques to protect their organization’s assets.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key types of financial risks faced by organizations
- Develop strategies to mitigate market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks
- Use financial instruments (such as derivatives) to hedge risks
- Conduct risk assessments and use financial risk models (VaR, stress testing)
- Apply risk management frameworks and best practices in decision-making
- Integrate risk management into organizational strategy and financial planning
Key Benefits of Attending
- Learn the core concepts and tools of financial risk management
- Gain the ability to assess, mitigate, and manage financial risks
- Learn to use financial instruments for hedging and risk mitigation
- Improve organizational decision-making with effective risk management practices
- Enhance your strategic thinking and financial acumen in high-risk environments
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
- Financial managers and risk managers
- Investment analysts and portfolio managers
- Corporate treasurers and CFOs
- Credit risk and market risk professionals
- Compliance officers and financial controllers
- Anyone involved in financial planning, analysis, and decision-making
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
- Proficiency in financial risk analysis and forecasting
- Advanced skills in managing financial and market risks
- Understanding of credit risk and liquidity risk management techniques
- Ability to use financial derivatives and instruments to hedge risks
- Capability to contribute to organizational risk management frameworks
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
- Enhanced risk identification, mitigation, and control within the organization
- More informed decision-making through accurate risk assessment models
- Reduced exposure to market, credit, and liquidity risks
- Better integration of risk management practices into financial strategies
- Improved compliance with financial regulations and industry standards
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
- Strategy Briefings – Overview of financial risk concepts, risk measurement, and management tools
- Case Studies – Real-life examples of financial risk management in different industries
- Workshops – Group exercises on risk assessment, risk modeling, and strategy development
- Peer Exchange – Sharing best practices and experiences from industry professionals
- Tools – Financial risk models, risk assessment templates, and mitigation strategies
Course Outline
Detailed 2-Day Course Outline
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: Introduction to Financial Risks and Risk Assessment
Module 1: Understanding Financial Risks (07:30 – 09:30)
- Types of financial risks: Market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks
- The risk management cycle: Identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring
- Regulatory frameworks and risk management standards (Basel III, Dodd-Frank, Solvency II)
Module 2: Risk Assessment Techniques (09:45 – 11:15)
- Risk quantification methods: Value-at-Risk (VaR), stress testing, and scenario analysis
- Assessing credit risk, market risk, and liquidity risk
- Tools and techniques for measuring and managing financial risk exposure
Module 3: Credit Risk Management (11:30 – 01:00)
- Defining and evaluating credit risk
- Credit risk models: Default probability and loss-given-default
- Credit rating systems and credit derivatives for risk management
Module 4: Workshop – Financial Risk Assessment Exercise (02:00 – 03:30)
- Hands-on exercise: Participants conduct a risk assessment for a sample financial portfolio
- Group discussion and feedback on findings
Day 2: Risk Mitigation, Hedging, and Advanced Risk Management Techniques
Module 5: Market Risk and Hedging Strategies (07:30 – 09:30)
- Market risk overview: Interest rate risk, currency risk, and commodity price volatility
- Hedging strategies using derivatives: Futures, options, swaps, and forwards
- Using hedging techniques to protect against market fluctuations
Module 6: Liquidity Risk and Operational Risk Management (09:45 – 11:15)
- Managing liquidity risk in financial institutions and corporations
- Techniques for improving liquidity buffers and cash flow forecasting
- Operational risk management: Identifying and mitigating risks from internal processes, people, and systems
Module 7: Integrating Risk Management into Strategic Planning (11:30 – 01:00)
- Aligning risk management strategies with organizational goals and business objectives
- Embedding risk management into financial decision-making processes
- Reporting, monitoring, and revising risk management plans
Module 8: Workshop – Building a Risk Mitigation Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
- Participants work in groups to create a comprehensive risk mitigation plan for a sample organization
- Presentations and feedback from the instructor on strategies and plans
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Financial Risk Management, validating their ability to assess, mitigate, and manage financial risks using industry-standard tools and methodologies.