Building risk capability across Malaysia
Introducing IRM’s new Awards, flexible qualifications starting from just 30 hours, designed to give you the tools to understand and manage risk in your own field. Because risk affects every profession.
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The Institute of Risk Management (IRM) has long been recognised for developing globally respected qualifications that help professionals build confidence and advance their careers. Now, we’re expanding our portfolio with a new series of shorter, more accessible Awards.
These 30-90 hour programmes are designed for early-career professionals, those moving into risk from other fields, or experienced practitioners looking to sharpen their expertise in specific areas. Flexible and affordable, each Award offers practical knowledge you can apply straight away — and can also act as a stepping stone into IRM’s wider qualifications. This new direction reflects our mission to make high-quality risk education more inclusive, flexible, and aligned with the realities of today’s workforce. These awards are unregulated.
Pricing for the Award follows a tiered structure based on country classification. Pricing tiers are aligned to the World Bank country classification system and applied consistently across regions. This approach supports clear and transparent pricing for learners worldwide.
Enrolments are now open!
IRM provides a structured suite of professional qualifications designed to build risk management expertise from foundational through advanced levels.
As organisations face increasing uncertainty, stronger risk capability has never been more important. IRM Awards are designed to help professionals across Malaysia develop practical risk management knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Learn Online | 30 hours | MCQ Exam
With the world of AI changing constantly, the risks that this new technology brings are also evolving. With this award, navigate the complexities and build expertise in identifying AI risk with confidence.
Topics explored in this qualification include critical issues in ethics, bias, security, and governance, equipping you to manage AI challenges across industries.
This award is perfect for those across industries who are looking for a greater understanding of the risks posed by this emerging technology.
Enrolments are now open.
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| Award in Managing AI Risks in the Workplace | MYR 2400 | £440 |

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Learn Online | 90 hours | MCQ Exam
In a fast-changing regulatory and economic environment, risk management has never been more critical.
This award provides a comprehensive introduction to the key risks facing financial institutions today, including liquidity, credit, market, insurance, operational, conduct, strategic, systemic, and emerging risks. Participants will also explore the frameworks and regulations that shape the industry, from Basel standards to Solvency II and beyond.
Enrolments are now open.
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Price (MYR) | Price |
| IRM Award in Financial Services Risk Management | MYR 2997 | £556 |
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Learn Online | 30 hours | MCQ Exam
This Award introduces the core principles and practices of effective risk management across a range of organisational contexts. It explores how understanding and managing risk support better decisions, enhance resilience, and drive sustainable success. Through practical examples and applied learning, the award builds a strong foundation in risk awareness and equips learners with the tools to identify, assess, and respond to risks in a structured and informed way.
Enrolments are now open.
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Price (MYR) | Price |
| IRM Award in Managing Organisational Risks | MYR 2400 | £440 |
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Learn Online | 9 Units | MCQ Exam | | 150 Hours TQT | MCQ Exam
Learn how to assess, mitigate and manage risks effectively with this comprehensive qualification. Designed for professionals across industries, this course provides the fundamental knowledge and practical skills you need to excel in risk management.
Enrolments are now open.
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Price (MYR) | Price |
| International Certificate in Operational Risk Management | MYR 3755 | £689 |
Why opt for an IRM Award?
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Accessible and affordable
Designed to be inclusive and accessible worldwide, IRM awards are open to everyone, require no specialist background and are priced to remove barriers to entry while still delivering professional value.
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Relevant for today’s emerging risks
IRM awards respond directly to current and emerging risk challenges. They equip learners with up-to-date knowledge to support organisations in managing modern risks like AI safely and responsibly.
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Trusted professional body
Developed by the Institute of Risk Management, IRM awards are grounded in real-world risk practice and aligned to recognised standards, giving learners and employers confidence in their credibility and relevance.
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Practical, workplace-focused learning
IRM Awards focus on real scenarios, tools and decision making. Learners build skills they can apply immediately, not just theoretical knowledge.
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