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Risk Management Frameworks

24 June 2026 1:00pm to 4:30pm Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
Course type Short courses
Proficiency level Emerging
Delivery method Face to face
Member $670
Non-Member $830
Cliftons Brisbane - 24/288 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD
CPD hours 6

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Learn how to design and apply effective risk management frameworks that support strategy, resilience and informed decision-making.

A well-designed risk management framework is essential for guiding organisations through uncertainty while staying aligned with strategic goals. This course focuses on how to maximise the value of a risk management framework by tailoring it to the organisation’s context, structure and objectives.

You will explore the key components of effective frameworks and how they support proactive decision-making, performance, and risk awareness across all levels of the organisation.

Ideal for professionals involved in risk, strategy or governance, this course equips you with the insight to build or strengthen frameworks that drive clarity, accountability and long-term success.

More details about the course

Learning objectives
  • Define relevant risk terminology and recognise the importance of organisational understanding of risk terminology.
  • Examine the benefits of a comprehensive and fit-for-purpose risk management framework.
  • Recognise the importance of leveraging a well-defined risk management framework for effective decision making across an organisation.
  • Interpret the risk culture impacts on the success of a risk management framework.
Course structure

Section A – Governance Principles

  • Risk management versus oversight of risk management activities
  • The importance of a strategy in driving a risk management framework
  • Introducing risk management better practice
  • Why do organisations manage risk
  • Developing a risk management framework
  • Terminology and definitions

Section B – Professional Practices

  • Legislative and regulatory inclusions for risk management requirements
  • Taking an organisation’s framework from paper to practice
  • Linking business responsibilities to the risk management framework
  • Collaboration and culture
  • Taking risk versus taking risk safely

Section C – Personal Thinking

  • Case study: Westpac’s enforceable undertaking with APRA

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Assessments

A short course is assessed as follows:

  • A final quiz (multiple choice, achieve 75% to pass, unlimited attempts).
  • A short case study written response (suggested answers are revealed for reflection).
  • Knowledge checks are included as you progress through the course material (these are not assessed).
  • See the Assessment Rules for further information.
For business

We provide specialised in-house training to organisations who want to train large groups of staff.

What are the benefits on in-house training?

  • Train large numbers of staff.
  • Participate in customised training that caters to the needs of your staff and your organisation’s business objectives.
  • Invite and engage with your key clients, suppliers and contractors to ensure you’re working together with the same knowledge.

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Key Information
  • Assessment: Knowledge checks, quiz questions, and a case study response.
    Proficiency level: Emerging
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    Short course: Risk Management Frameworks
Certificates
  • This short course forms a part of:
    Certificate in Governance and Risk Management
    Certificate in Risk and Compliance
  • Complete six short, focused courses and get a Certificate. Each course builds your expertise step-by-step, giving you practical skills and a nationally respected credential. Flexible, accessible, and designed for busy professionals—start your journey today and grow your governance career with confidence.

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Capabilities : Reflection & Learning , Critical & Independent Thinking , Collaborating & Influencing , Risk Governance , Strategy & Culture , Legislation & Policy

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