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Risk Management · Manager

ISO 31000 Risk Manager

Risk Management

Level
Manager
Duration
3 days
Exam
Confirmed on request
Language
EN
Format
eLearning
CPD credits
21
Certification
PECB exam and certificateCertification accredited under ISO/IEC 17024 (IAS)

Course facts from PECB Training Course Catalog 2026; pecb.com course page.

The ISO 31000 Risk Manager training course helps participants acquire the knowledge and ability to integrate the risk management guidelines of ISO 31000 in an organization. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the risk management principles, framework, and process, along with practical methods and techniques for identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and treating risks in various contexts.

Why Should You Attend?

This training course provides participants with essential knowledge and skills to apply the ISO 31000 risk management guidelines in practice. It focuses on interpreting and implementing the principles of risk management, establishing a framework suited to an organization’s context, and enhancing decision-making through a structured risk management process.

Upon completion of the training course, you can sit for the exam and apply to obtain the “PECB Certified ISO 31000 Risk Manager” credential. The credential demonstrates your knowledge and ability to apply the risk management process in an organization based on the guidelines of ISO 31000 and best practices.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

  • Managers or consultants responsible for the effective management of risk in an organization
  • Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the risk management principles, framework, and process
  • Individuals responsible for the creation and protection of value in their organizations
  • Individuals interested in 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
  • Establish and improve a risk management framework based on ISO 31000
  • Implement a risk management process based on ISO 31000

Educational Approach

  • The training course is based on theory and best practices used in risk management.
  • Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical examples.
  • Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.
  • The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.

PECB offers various training course delivery formats, from traditional classroom settings to modern, technology-driven solutions. To learn more about these formats, please click here.

Prerequisites

A fundamental understanding of ISO 31000 and a comprehensive knowledge of risk management are required to attend the training course.

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

Examination

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

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and Exam Rules and Policies.

Certification

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:

CredentialExamProfessional experienceExperience in risk managementOther requirements
ISO 31000 Provisional Risk ManagerISO 31000 Risk ManagerNoneNoneSigning the PECB Code of Ethics
ISO 31000 Risk Manager2 years (1 in risk management)200 hours
ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager5 years (2 in risk management)300 hours
ISO 31000 Senior Lead Risk Manager10 years (7 in risk management)1,000 hours

The risk management activities should follow best practices and include the following:

  • Identifying assets, existing measures, risk sources, and potential consequences
  • Assessing the likelihood and impact of incidents to determine risk levels
  • Evaluating risk levels and identifying appropriate treatment options
  • Selecting and implementing risk treatment options and evaluating residual risks
  • Developing and maintaining a comprehensive risk treatment plan

For more information about the PECB certification process, please refer to Certification Rules and Policies.

General information

  • Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
  • Participants will receive more than 300 pages of comprehensive training materials, including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
  • Participants who have attended the training course will receive an attestation of course completion worth 21 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
  • Candidates who have completed the training course with one of our partners and failed the first exam attempt are eligible to retake the exam for free within a 12-month period from the course completion date, because the fee paid for the training course includes a first exam attempt and one retake. Otherwise, retake fees apply.

For more information, please get in touch with us at support@pecb.com or visit https://pecb.com/en/.

The text above is the publisher's own course description, reproduced verbatim from pecb.com course page (retrieved 2026-09-09). PECB is a registered trade-mark of PECB Group Inc. and is used under license.

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  3. Materials and platformFor self-study and eLearning the training material is in the myPECB dashboard once the course is assigned — slides and exercises, or the video lessons and the eLearning platform.
  4. Exam and certificateThe PECB exam is included. You schedule it when you are ready and sit it online, supervised by PECB; on passing, you apply for the certificate at no additional cost.

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