Synopsis

Modern Organisations have now to operate in global business environment fraught with exponentially increasing volatility and complexity. The interaction of many forces - social, cultural, political, financial, environmental, and legal - forms a landscape or topography of the organization and its value chain, which defies easy definition. There are risks regardless of whatever path and activities are pursued. The key question is: "How can I make confidently major strategic and operational decisions in a way that optimize the balance between opportunity and risk?” To answer that question, you will need to build a risk mapping and profiling model that relates clearly organizational performance with risk management.

Hence the essential purpose of the CRA^TM program is to equip participants with the methodologies and tools necessary to conduct comprehensive assessment and mapping of risks profiles in projects and organizations in order to develop highly effective risk decision-makers able to identify, analyze and manage Risks and Opportunities to ensure optimal level performance level for their organizations.

The CRA^TM has set a new level of expertise for professionals in Asia. It is conducted by the Asia Risk Management Institute (ARiMI), the leading Asian Research and Professional Development Institute in Enterprise Risk Management, together with the National University of Singapore (NUS). CRA^TM is your passport to mastering the Risk Assessment and Decision-making process!

Please click on the links below for more information.

• Key Learning Objectives of CRA^TM
• Who should Join / Benefits / & Eligibility for CRA^TM
• Programme Structure & Curriculum
• Training Method, Formats and Faculty
• Diploma Assessment & Certification
• Past Participants Profile & Testimonials
• Beyond CRA^TM: Professional Development

Key Learning Objectives of the CRA^TM

• Establish a rigorous process with regards to consideration of risks and tradeoffs between risk and returns within your organization
• Build a better Risks identification process (Surveys/Interviews/workshops) so that no key threats/opportunities to your organizations are missed.
• Make threats and opportunities more visible and measurable so that they can be managed effectively and support effective Decision-making.
• Help to understand how to ensure the right focus for your Risk Management effort in your organization.
• Effectively allocate and using scarce resources to prioritized risk issues.
• Improve trust and confidence in the organization from your stakeholders through continuous engagement process building the foundation for successful ERM implementation. 

Who should Join / Benefits / & Eligibility for CRA^TM

WHO should attend?

• Risk Analyst
• Insurance Managers & Brokers
• Internal Auditors & Accountants
• Project, Change Managers & HR Managers
• Safety, Health & Environment Professionals,
• Public Sector Officers & Charity Professionals
• Compliance Officers & Legal Professionals
• Engineers, Loss adjusters & Surveyors
• Consultants
• Anyone taking up a new role in Risk Management or wishing to enter the profession

What are the Benefits of CRA^TM For YOU?

• Gain new comprehensive knowledge of risk assessment & mapping most recent and effective tools and methodologies
• Methodologies, Tools and Techniques learned can be immediately applied at work to improve your effectiveness and performance
• Enhance your leadership and risk decision-making skills by learning how to identify, analyse & optimise Risks and Opportunities.
• Build your network with risk professionals and learn from direct industry experience in managing risks.
• Earn a professional title recognising your new knowledge & skills  and gain a competitive edge enhancing your career advancement opportunities.

What are the Benefits of CRA^TM For your ORGANIZATION?

• Having 'In House' ERM experts really able to conduct comprehensive Risk Identification and Analysis exercises.
• Increase your stakeholders confidence in your Risk Management system & people capabilities.
• Reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency with improved risk-based processes and control systems supported by the development of a risk aware culture.
• Improve risk management's contribution to your organization's performance by providing your people with the risk analysis and information necessary for effective decision-making.

The ARiMI – NUS Advantage

• Taught by leading Risk Management experts & experienced Risk Professionals
• Recognized Certifications awarded by NUS & ARiMI
• Full Program Materials, Guides and Notes provided
• Convenient Location at the Heart of Singapore
• Strong Alumni network of Risk Professionnals
• Unique program content & Delivery format

Eligibilty for Prospective CRA^TM ; applicants:

• Hold a university degree from an accredited institution
• Possess a minimum of 1 years of professional experience

Programme Structure & Curriculum

The program consists of 4 workshop modules and provides a comprehensive and structured learning path both in scope and depth covering the risk assessment process:

The Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management
CCM1	Risk Foundations -Theory & Practice of ERM	1 day/7 hrs
The Key Steps of the Risk Assessment Process
CCM2	Risk Assessment & Corporate Profile Diagnostic	1 day/7 hrs
CCM3	Risk Identification & Measurement Techniques	1 day/7 hrs
CCM8	Business Ethics & Social Responsibility	1 day/7 hrs

Each workshop module consists of 1 intensive day/7hours of contact hours. The 4 workshop modules are spread over 2 months. The physical time on campus represents 4 days as follows:

• Attend one foundational certificate module (CCM1) - 1 days
• Attend the 3 core certificate modules (CCM2, CCM3 & CCM8) - 3 days

The modular structure of the program, allows participants to balance work and study at the same time.

To obtain the Certification, participants are required to pass successfully the required Asssessment for accreditation purposes (more information in the section: Program Assessment)

Training Method, Formats and Program Faculty

All program modules are conducted using a unique workshop format that fosters interaction, knowledge sharing and experiential learning. It involves a balanced mix of:

• fundamental lectures;
• interactive case presentations;
• group discussions and sharing of experience;
• problem-solving exercises including computer aided workshops;
• case simulations with 'role plays'

All with a clear focus on real Risk Management issues in an Asian context.

Program Faculty

Our Trainers are highly credentialed risk management practitioners, scholars, skilled educators, groundbreaking researchers, and entrepreneurs. They will bring to the participants a wealth of knowledge and experience from various industries that will be very useful in the work of the participants. For more information click on the name of the faculty below:

• Marc Ronez, Managing Director & Master Coach, The Asia Risk Management Institute (Program Leader)

Program Assessment & Certification

To ensure the quality and meet the requirements of the Professional Certification, all candidates are required to:

• Attend the 4 required workshop modules.

• Take a Sit-in exam consisting of Forty five questions (multiple-choice) and is administered onsite at NUS / ARiMI Campus. The time allotted is one hour.

Upon successful completion of all the required modules, project assignment & exam, candidates will be awarded the professional designation of:

• Certified Risk Analyst (CRA^TM) by the Asia Risk Management Institute

and the

• Certificate in Organizational Risk Analysis & Planning by NUS Extension

Past Participants Profile and Testimonials

Participants are coming from a wide range of industries bringing a wealth of experiences and perspectives on critical Risk Management issues. It stresses the critical importance of effective Risk Management for every industry sectors and job functions.

Group Profile Snapshot:

• Strong academic background
• International exposure & mindset
• Significant professional experience
• Average range: 20's and 30's (actual range from 23 to 38 years old)
• Strong leadership potential

Testimonials

“An excellent course for anyone who want to learn how to conduct effective Risk Assessments. Very ‘hands on’ with a number of great case studies used to reinforced the concepts covered. Marc Ronez, the Instructor, is very kownledgeable and experienced.”

Sandra Owen, Consultant, Financial Industry

“I am very glad to have chosen to take the CRA course from ARiMI. My intention was to gain a comprehensive high-level understanding on Risk Assessment and the different methodologies available. The master trainer, Marc Ronez, delivered exactly that using different interesting case studies to enhance the understanding. Moreover, the diversity in attendees allowed different perspective to be shared during the class. I will strongly recommend this course!”

Colin Lee, Business Manager, RSA

Beyond CRA^TM: Professional Development

For your next step in Professional Learning Development

You can also further develop toward the CPRM^TM, Certified Professional Risk Manager Designation. The CPRM^TM is designed to develop highly effective Risk-takers and Managers. The CRA^TM/Certificate course content cover more than 50% of the CPRM^TM /Professional Diploma course curriculum and will ease your way to a pass successfully the CPRM examinations should you wish to continue your development as a Risk Management Expert in your organisation.

For more information, please visit our website at www.arimi.org

Beyond the Classroom: Continuous learning & Alumni Membership

The CRA ^TM - Certified Professional Risk Manager programme is a powerful experience. By its very participative nature, it creates strong links between the participants. Only part of the value you take from the programme originates in the classroom, your interaction with your programme peers and your ability to learn from them should be continuous.

The Asian Risk Management Society (ARMS) is an alumni association established by ARiMI and is open to all participants and graduates of our programs. It provides regular opportunities for alumni to meet, exchange ideas and practices and to continue learning and developing themselves. The following are some of the benefits of Alumni membership:

• Alumni Graduates directory
• Email newsletter: Risk Connection
• Discounted invitations to Conferences
• Participation in numerous research and activities
• Career development support

With access to a growing number of risk management graduates through the Asia Risk Management Society (ARMS), you can expect your learning experience to be fulfilling and long lasting.

Take this opportunity and Register for the next intake of CRA^TM Now to reserve your Place!