An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Financial Risk Management

Reducing Risk, Improving Performance and Profitability

29 Dec - 02 Jan 2026
London
| $5950
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London
| $5950
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London
| $5950
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026
Dubai
| $5950
09 - 13 Nov 2026
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| $5950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027
London
| $5950
18 - 22 May 2026
Online
| $3950

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.

Key Learning Outcomes

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

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.

Financial Risk Management

Who Should Attend?

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.

Learning Journey Breakdown

  • Definition and types of financial risk (market, credit, operational, liquidity)
  • Introduction to the risk management process and framework
  • Key concepts: risk appetite, tolerance, and capacity
  • Overview of regulatory environment (Basel III, Dodd-Frank Act)
  • Role of regulatory bodies (SEC, FSB, BIS)
  • Impact of regulations on risk management practices
  • Definition and components of market risk (interest rate, currency, commodity, equity)
  • Introduction to Value at Risk (VaR) and its importance
  • VaR calculation methods: historical simulation, Monte Carlo simulation, parametric
  • Stress testing and scenario analysis techniques
  • Importance of stress testing in market risk management
  • Hedging strategies using derivatives (futures, options, swaps)
  • Role of diversification in market risk mitigation
  • Definition and sources of credit risk
  • Introduction to credit risk measurement (credit scoring, credit rating models)
  • Key credit risk metrics: Probability of Default (PD), Loss Given Default (LGD), Exposure at Default (EAD)
  • Use of credit derivatives (Credit Default Swaps) for risk mitigation
  • Importance of collateral management in credit risk
  • Credit risk transfer mechanisms and their applications
  • Strategies for credit portfolio diversification
  • Definition and sources of operational risk
  • Framework for operational risk management (identification, assessment, monitoring, control)
  • Tools for managing operational risk: RCSA, KRIs, incident management
  • Definition and importance of liquidity risk
  • Measurement techniques for liquidity risk (liquidity gap analysis, liquidity ratios)
  • Strategies for managing liquidity risk (stress testing, contingency funding plans)
  • Role of central banks in managing liquidity risk
  • Overview of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework
  • Integration of different types of risk into a cohesive strategy
  • Importance of a strong risk culture within organizations
  • Role of board and senior management in risk governance
  • Establishing effective risk policies and procedures
  • Introduction to advanced risk management topics (emerging markets, cyber risk, ESG)

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