ISO 31000 Risk Manager training course equips participants with the knowledge and practical competence required to integrate ISO 31000 risk management guidelines within an organization. The course provides an in-depth understanding of risk management principles, the risk management framework, and the systematic risk management process.
This training course is suitable for professionals who want to strengthen their ability to identify, analyze, evaluate, and treat risks across different organizational contexts. Participants will gain practical methods and techniques to support effective risk-based decision-making, improve organizational resilience, and enhance the management of risks and opportunities.
Why You Should Attend
This training course provides the essential knowledge and applied skills necessary to translate ISO 31000 guidelines into effective, real-world risk management practice. The curriculum emphasizes the interpretation and implementation of core risk management principles, the establishment of a framework tailored to an organization’s specific context, and the enhancement of decision-making through the disciplined application of the risk management process.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants are eligible to sit for the certification exam and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 31000 Risk Manager” credential. This certification validates your demonstrated knowledge and practical ability to apply the ISO 31000 risk management process within an organization, grounded in both the standard’s guidelines and recognized industry best practices.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:
Managers and consultants responsible for the effective management of risk within an organization
Professionals seeking to acquire comprehensive knowledge of risk management principles, framework, and process
Individuals accountable for the creation and protection of value in their organizations
Those pursuing a career in risk management
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of risk management as articulated in ISO 31000.
Establish and continually improve a risk management framework aligned with ISO 31000 guidelines.
Implement a structured risk management process in accordance with ISO 31000.
Educational Approach
This training course is distinguished by:
A robust integration of theoretical foundations and industry best practices in risk management.
Lecture sessions enriched with practical examples and real-world illustrations.
A highly interactive format encouraging participant exchange, idea-sharing, and facilitated discussion.
Quiz structures carefully aligned with the format and rigor of the certification examination to ensure thorough preparation.
PECB offers a range of training course delivery formats—from traditional classroom settings to modern, technology-enabled solutions. To learn more about these flexible options, please click here.
Prerequisites
Participants are required to possess a fundamental understanding of ISO 31000 and comprehensive knowledge of risk management principles prior to attending.
Hybrid coaching for this course is given by Islam Elzayat, a PECB Certified Trainer with more than 17 years of experience in IT governance, cybersecurity GRC, IT audit and IT service management, including more than 500 third-party audit days. Full profile and verified badges.
The course covers four days of content and carries 21 CPD credits. In the e-learning format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
Participants are required to possess a fundamental understanding of ISO 31000 and comprehensive knowledge of risk management principles prior to attending.
It is available as e-learning (English) and hybrid learning (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
Hybrid learning combines the self-paced course with one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. The day can be split into a half day before you start studying and a half day before your exam, so you go in prepared.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. The hybrid option adds one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB ISO 31000 Risk Manager” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The “PECB ISO 31000 Risk Manager” exam fully meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of risk management
Domain 2: Establishment of a risk management framework
Domain 3: Implementation of a risk management process
After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.
The certification requirements for PECB ISO 31000 Risk Manager are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | Experience in risk management | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 31000 Provisional Risk Manager | ISO 31000 Risk Manager | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| ISO 31000 Risk Manager | 2 years
(1 in risk management) |
200 hours | ||
| ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager | 5 years
(2 in risk management) |
300 hours | ||
| ISO 31000 Senior Lead Risk Manager | 10 years
(7 in risk management) |
1,000 hours |
The risk management activities should follow best practices and include the following:
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 31000 and the establishment of the risk management framework
Day 2: Initiation of the risk management process and risk assessment according to ISO 31000
Day 3: Risk treatment, recording and reporting, monitoring and review, and communication and consultation according to ISO 31000
Day 4: Certification exam
