Financial Risk Assessment and Management
An Interactive 4-Day Training Course

Financial Risk Assessment and Management

Reducing Risk, Improving Performance and Profitability

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
24 - 27 Aug 2026 Riyadh $ 4,950

Introduction

Managing financial risk has become a critical priority for organisations operating in an increasingly complex and uncertain global environment. The Financial Risk Assessment and Management training course provides participants with a clear understanding of the different categories of financial risk and the practical approaches used to identify, measure, and control them. Participants will explore how financial institutions and organisations manage exposure to market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks while maintaining financial stability.

This GLOMACS Financial Risk Assessment and Management training course combines conceptual understanding with practical application to help participants develop effective risk management capabilities. It examines key regulatory frameworks, risk measurement techniques, and mitigation strategies that support sound financial decision-making. By the end of the training course, participants will have the knowledge and practical insight required to strengthen organisational resilience and support sustainable financial management.

Objectives

By attending this Financial Risk Management training course the participants will,

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks and their impact on financial stability
  • Learn key techniques for measuring financial risk, including Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, scenario analysis, and credit risk modelling (PD, LGD, EAD)
  • Develop practical skills in using financial instruments such as derivatives to hedge risk and diversify financial exposure
  • Understand major regulatory frameworks, including Basel III and the Dodd-Frank Act, and their implications for financial risk management
  • Integrate risk management practices into corporate governance and organisational decision-making

 

Training Methodology

This Financial Risk Management training course will be structured as a highly participative workshop with formal presentations, case studies and interactive worked examples. Relevant case studies illustrate the application of each of the topics covered and ample opportunities are provided to practice and perfect financial modelling in Excel. Participants will be asked to analyse the financial risk exposure of their own organizations.

Organisational Impact

Organisations will benefit from participants who attend this training course through improved capability in managing financial risk, including:

  • Strengthening a risk-aware culture across the organisation
  • Applying advanced tools and techniques to identify and manage financial risks
  • Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements and standards
  • Enhancing financial stability through proactive risk management
  • Improving decision-making by balancing risk considerations with strategic opportunities
  • Strengthening credibility and confidence among stakeholders and investors

Personal Impact

Participants attending this training course will develop:

  • Stronger financial risk assessment capabilities
  • Greater confidence in managing and mitigating financial risks
  • Improved understanding of regulatory compliance requirements
  • Enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • Valuable networking with other professionals in related fields

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS Financial Risk Assessment and Management training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Risk Managers
  • Finance Managers and Directors
  • Investment Analysts and Portfolio Managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Internal Auditors
  • Treasury Managers
  • Credit Analysts
  • Operations Managers
  • Chief Risk Officers (CROs)
  • Financial Consultants and Advisors
Course Outline
Day 1

Understanding Financial Risks and the Global Regulatory Environment

  • Introduction to financial risks in modern organizations
  • The importance of risk awareness in financial decision-making
  • Categories of financial risk: market, credit, operational, and liquidity
  • Risk identification and assessment methodologies
  • Risk appetite, tolerance, and governance structures
  • Global regulatory frameworks and supervisory developments
  • Impact of Basel standards and international financial regulations
  • The role of governance and oversight in managing financial exposures
Day 2

Market Risk Assessment and Quantitative Measurement Tools

  • Nature and sources of market risk
  • Interest rate, foreign exchange, commodity, and equity exposures
  • Measuring market risk using quantitative tools
  • Value at Risk (VaR): Concepts, applications, and limitations
  • VaR methodologies: Historical simulation, Parametric models, Monte Carlo simulation
  • Stress testing and scenario analysis techniques
  • Interpreting risk measurement results for decision making
Day 3

Credit Risk, Operational Risk and Liquidity Risk Assessment

  • Understanding credit exposure and counterparty risk
  • Credit analysis methodologies and credit scoring models
  • Key credit risk indicators and monitoring tools
  • Managing operational risks in financial institutions and corporations
  • Internal controls and operational risk assessment techniques
  • Liquidity risk drivers and measurement tools
  • Liquidity ratios, gap analysis and funding strategies
  • Practical approaches to monitoring and reporting risk exposures
Day 4

Risk Mitigation Strategies and Integrated Risk Governance

  • Approaches to managing financial risks across the organization
  • Hedging techniques and the use of financial derivatives (futures, options, swaps)
  • Integrating financial risk assessment into enterprise risk frameworks
  • Governance structures and responsibilities of senior management and boards
  • Developing effective risk policies and reporting systems
  • Emerging risks in financial markets and global economic trends
  • Building a proactive financial risk culture within organizations
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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NASBA
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