The Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management (PGDip) is a Level 8 programme designed to equip you with strategic skills for leading risk management in a business context. Accredited by The Institute of Risk Managers (IRMSA), this qualification links to the Certified Risk Management Professional (CRM Prof) designation.
With specialised electives, you can focus on areas like disaster management, banking, compliance, insurance, or financial risk management, tailoring your expertise to meet industry demands.
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The Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management (PGDip) is a Level 8 programme designed to equip you with strategic skills for leading risk management in a business context. Accredited by The Institute of Risk Managers (IRMSA), this qualification links to the Certified Risk Management Professional (CRM Prof) designation.
With specialised electives, you can focus on areas like disaster management, banking, compliance, insurance, or financial risk management, tailoring your expertise to meet industry demands.
This qualification is designed for individuals aiming to become Organisational or Chief Risk Officers, qualify for IRMSA’s CRM Professional designation, or enhance their skills and knowledge in risk management with a view to enhancing potential career prospects.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management lays a foundation for understanding risk management and risk-based decision-making and integrating risk strategy with business strategy. Students will learn risk management techniques through context and process exposure, applying foundational principles to practical case studies for analysis and implementation recommendations.
The qualification builds research, report writing, and presentation skills, instilling attributes such as assertiveness, boldness, creativity, devotion, and ethics. It prepares students to become leaders, ensuring they can work collaboratively and integrate risk management into the organization, making objective and risk-informed decisions.
Please refer to the factsheet for a detailed breakdown of modules.
Applicants require a relevant NQF 7 qualification (Bachelor degree or Advanced Diploma).
In addition to the relevant Bachelor’s degree, applicants require and a pass in Matric mathematics (higher grade) or a C symbol (standard grade). Post-matric studies demonstrating required math skills are considered.
A detailed CV of the last ten years’ employment is required for curriculum planning.
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