Welcome to the IRM

Boost your earning potential with our OFQUAL accredited qualifications.

The IRM

The Institute of Risk Management (IRM) is the leading professional body for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). We provide globally recognised qualifications and training, publish Thought Leadership and run insightful events open to both our members and the wider public, all of which are underpinned by our professional standards, defining the requirements risk managers need to meet. 

By these means, we help organisations and individuals build excellence in risk management and raise awareness of risk across society so that they protect value and take advantage of opportunity. You don't have to be a risk manager to engage with us - we're here to build resilience in business and society. 

IRM qualifications cover a range of disciplines from enterprise to financial to digital and operational risk - simply select the qualification to best meet your team's needs.

Enrolments for the December 2024 student cohorts are open now.

Join our East Africa Group

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At IRM, we understand that resilience is not just a buzzword but a critical necessity for businesses facing unprecedented challenges. Our East Africa Regional Group is dedicated to serving the unique needs of African businesses, offering tailored solutions and insights that resonate with the local context. 

In the face of global challenges such as climate change, energy transition, sustainability concerns, and supply chain disruptions, the imperative for robust risk management strategies has never been clearer. As key stakeholders in driving Africa's economic landscape, your engagement with risk management practices holds the key to fortifying businesses and fostering societal resilience. You do not have to be a risk manager to be aware of how risks can be both a threat and opportunity to your business. No matter what sector you work in risk management is relevant. 

Meet our Chairs

East Africa
Catherine Nyaga-Mbithi

Co-Chair East Africa Group

"In today's ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to navigate uncertainties and mitigate risks effectively is paramount for sustaining growth and ensuring long-term success. As such, I am delighted to introduce you to the IRM, and its invaluable resources tailored to empower businesses of all sizes across diverse sectors in Africa. You do not have to be a risk manager to be aware of how risks can be both a threat and opportunity to your business. No matter what sector you work in risk management is relevant."

East Africa
Sospeter Thiga

Co-Chair East Africa Group

"Studying the IRM International Certificate in ERM is the most important career move any risk professional can make. Not only will you be able to authoritatively articulate issues within this domain and thereby win stakeholders’ support, but it will boost your career in the long run in an unmatched way. The team at IRM are also professional and helpful when it comes to guiding students along the studying process."

Our Qualifications

International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Level 5 OFQUAL regulated

Learn Online | 2 Modules |  180 - 200 hours per module   
6-9 Months | 1x MCQ Exam | 3x Essay Assignments 


From the pandemic to cyber threats and supply chain disruptions - risk is part of every business and organisations are looking to develop their internal risk capabilities to strengthen their resilience.

ERM

The revised International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management reflects the new and evolving risk era we are in, ensuring you are up-to-date with the latest risk management best practices and have the capabilities to apply them. 

Take this internationally recognised professional certificate to:

  • Recognise the origins and understand key risk management concepts
  • Compare and contrast the main risk standards such as ISO, COSO and the Orange Book
  • Develop effective risk management approaches utilising principles, frameworks and processes
  • Identify, analyse, and prioritise risks to align with organisational and strategic objectives
  • Illustrate how risk management is a vital tool in ensuring organisational resilience
International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management

Level 5 OFQUAL regulated

Learn Online | 2 Modules | 180 - 200 hours per module
2x MCQ Exams  |  6-9 Months 

Financial service companies are under pressure to improve their internal risk capabilities to ensure they meet international regulatory developments such as Basel III and Solvency II. 

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The International Certificate in Financial Risk Management provides your team with a solid foundation in the theory and practice of effective risk management. It will enable them to develop the skills to identify, classify, analyse, and treat financial services risks. 

Study this globally recognised professional certificate to:

  • Recognise the origins and fundamental concepts relating to financial services risk management
  • Understand financial services risk management regulations including Basel III and Solvency II.
  • Identify and classify the main sources of financial risks within banks, insurers and fund/wealth management 
  • Distinguish the main features of financial services risk control techniques
  • Learn how the wider business environment impacts financial services risk management across different regions

Do you want to grow your team and business?

Improve your company's resilience by developing your team's expertise and capabilities in building, adapting, and implementing best-in-class risk frameworks.

Make sure your team is empowered to make better-informed risk decisions and be prepared to tackle the challenges of today and the opportunities of the future.

By supporting your people through our trainings, you will benefit from:

  • Developing a motivated, skilled and knowledgeable team
  • Attracting high-calibre professionals by investing in personal development
  • Enhancing business performance and improving risk taking approaches
  • Associating your organisation with best risk management practice
  • Receiving discounts on membership, qualifications, training, events etc.
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The IRM provides some good qualifications in risk management, and members are from a number of different backgrounds and industries, thus providing a great opportunity to network and speak to like-minded professionals. Simona Fionda, IRMCert
The IRM's International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management gave me an objective view of risk. I was able to use this understanding to create the necessary buy-in to facilitate change, Skye McGregor, IRMCert
IRM qualifications enable students to learn the tools and techniques required to perform a job in whichever line of defence they may find themselves. Sandra Said, IRMCert
The IRM qualification has really opened my mind up to a broader spectrum of considerations and theories to consider, e.g. opportunity risk is often taken advantage of, but exists daily in our lives. Nigel Green, IRMCert