Developing a risk management culture (M)

In the current economic climate charities and voluntary organisations are as vulnerable as business based organisations to cut backs and belt tightening measures. Many are being forced to rethink their development plans and seriously consider how to survive. Risk management is all about good business practice, it is about achieving goals and overcoming threats whatever unimaginable situation arises. 

Target audience: Anyone with an interest in risk management and governance

Objectives for the session

• Consider how a risk management culture can benefit your organisation.

• Discuss how to build a risk management culture.

• Appreciate the difficulties and barriers you may encounter.

• Learn how other organisations have overcome these barriers.

Course Content

• Defining risk and risk management.

• How can a risk management culture benefit voluntary organisations?

• Beginning to identify and measure risk.

• Determining appropriate risk mitigation measures.

• Engaging stakeholders in the process.

• Recognising and overcoming barriers.

Booking information

Please download a booking form below and return it to roisin.kelly@nicva.org or contact Roisin for more information on 028 9087 7777. Please note there is a cancellation fee if you book but do not advise us that you cannot attend within five working days of the event – see booking form for details.