Financial Risk Management

INTRODUCTION

This GLOMACS Financial Risk Management training course aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the various types of risks and the tools and techniques used to manage them. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, participants will gain insights into the regulatory frameworks, risk measurement methods, and risk mitigation strategies that are essential for safeguarding financial health.

The training course is structured to provide a deep dive into each facet of financial risk management over a span of five days, ensuring a thorough exploration of key concepts and practices. By the end of the training course, participants will be well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage financial risks and contribute to the resilience and sustainability of their organizations.

Objectives

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

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks, including their sources and impacts on financial stability.
• Master the key methodologies for measuring financial risks, such as Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, scenario analysis, and credit risk models (PD, LGD, EAD).
• Acquire practical skills in using financial instruments like derivatives for hedging, diversifying portfolios, and implementing risk transfer mechanisms.
• Understand the role and implications of major regulatory frameworks (Basel III, Dodd-Frank Act) and the importance of compliance in financial risk management.
• Learn to integrate risk management into corporate governance, establish effective risk policies, and promote a culture of risk awareness within organizations.

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

This Financial Risk Management training course will help your organisation in the following areas:

• Cultivates a risk-aware culture across the organization, where employees at all levels understand the importance of risk management
• Equips employees with advanced tools and techniques to effectively manage and mitigate financial risks.
• Ensures that the organization remains compliant with regulatory requirements
• Strengthens the organization’s financial stability by proactively managing market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks 
• Provides employees with the knowledge to make better-informed decisions that balance risk and reward
• enhancing its reputation and providing a competitive edge in the market by demonstrating strong risk management capabilities to stakeholders and investors.

Personal Impact

By attending this training course, you will greatly improve your financial risk analysis skills and develop:

• ERisk Assessment Skills
• New Career Advancement Opportunities
• Increased Confidence in Risk Mitigation
• Improved Regulatory Compliance
• Analytical Abilities
• Broader Professional Network

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This GLOMACS training course on Financial Risk management 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