University of Cape Town
Business Risk Management
Learn to analyse, mitigate, and respond to organisational risk.
Start date
27 January 2025
Course duration
10 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
Access resources from start date
Effort
7 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Course overview
Duration: 10 weeks (excluding orientation)
The global business community is still grappling with the after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this volatile business environment, implementing effective risk management strategies and conducting accurate risk assessments has become critical.
The Business Risk Management online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) equips individuals with a comprehensive understanding of the evolving field of risk management. Students will learn how to cultivate a strong risk culture within their organisations while recognising the significance of industry compliance. They will also discover how to employ business risk management frameworks to ascertain the severity of risks and assess them using qualitative and quantitative factors.
Students will develop the skills to utilise a risk register to evaluate the feasibility and resource allocation of their projects. Additionally, they will learn how to use reporting tools effectively to gain meaningful business insights.
Is this course for you?
Professionals occupying senior leadership and risk-related positions will find this course invaluable. Throughout the 10-week course, business leaders will learn how to ensure compliance with industry regulations to prepare their organisations for potential risks. As they brush shoulders with top faculty and industry peers, they’ll also learn how to secure their organisations’ long-term success.
Professionals in risk-related roles, such as compliance managers, can use this course to stay up to date with industry best practices, ensuring they stand out in a highly competitive field.
This course is endorsed by the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA). IRMSA is a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and, therefore, a recognised professional body for risk managers. It is dedicated to the advancement of the risk management profession and provides professional accreditation. Upon completion of the UCT Business Risk Management online short course, students will gain professionally endorsed, industry-recognised, contemporary skills in risk management. For more information, please click here.
Please note that GetSmarter and UCT bear no responsibility for the claiming or validation of these endorsed skills with IRMSA. The onus, therefore, falls on you to do so.
This Business Risk Management online short course is endorsed by UCT’s African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM).
Course overview
Introduction
Duration: 10 weeks (excluding orientation)
The global business community is still grappling with the after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this volatile business environment, implementing effective risk management strategies and conducting accurate risk assessments has become critical.
The Business Risk Management online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) equips individuals with a comprehensive understanding of the evolving field of risk management. Students will learn how to cultivate a strong risk culture within their organisations while recognising the significance of industry compliance. They will also discover how to employ business risk management frameworks to ascertain the severity of risks and assess them using qualitative and quantitative factors.
Students will develop the skills to utilise a risk register to evaluate the feasibility and resource allocation of their projects. Additionally, they will learn how to use reporting tools effectively to gain meaningful business insights.
Is this course for you?
Professionals occupying senior leadership and risk-related positions will find this course invaluable. Throughout the 10-week course, business leaders will learn how to ensure compliance with industry regulations to prepare their organisations for potential risks. As they brush shoulders with top faculty and industry peers, they’ll also learn how to secure their organisations’ long-term success.
Professionals in risk-related roles, such as compliance managers, can use this course to stay up to date with industry best practices, ensuring they stand out in a highly competitive field.
This course is endorsed by the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA). IRMSA is a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and, therefore, a recognised professional body for risk managers. It is dedicated to the advancement of the risk management profession and provides professional accreditation. Upon completion of the UCT Business Risk Management online short course, students will gain professionally endorsed, industry-recognised, contemporary skills in risk management. For more information, please click here.
Please note that GetSmarter and UCT bear no responsibility for the claiming or validation of these endorsed skills with IRMSA. The onus, therefore, falls on you to do so.
This Business Risk Management online short course is endorsed by UCT’s African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM).
What will set you apart
The ability to compile a risk report and risk management framework for a business.
The skills to identify, assess, prioritise and manage potential risks facing a project or company.
The knowledge to create your own risk register to show a board of directors or potential investors.
Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.Course curriculum
Orientation module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
The concept of risk
Module 2
Risk management frameworks
Module 3
Corporate governance and enterprise risk management
Module 4
Decisions and uncertainty: Quantitative
Module 5
Decisions and uncertainty: Qualitative
Module 6
Risk identification
Module 7
Risk assessment
Module 8
Risk response
Module 9
Organisational culture and ethical concerns
Module 10
Risk reporting
What past students
think
Michael Taylor
Past student
I loved how the course was laid out, and how the learning was incremental. It started from the basics through to applying the framework in the same way as we would be expected to at work. This made it easy to apply what we learnt in the project. As the project evolved, so did my understanding of risk.
Course Convenor
Obeid Mahomed
Lecturer, African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM), UCT
About the certificate
Develop the skills to manage risk within your business and earn an official certificate of completion from the University of Cape Town.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
%20(1).png)
Get more information
Want to know more?
Why choose GetSmarter?
GetSmarter operates as edX's partner for premium online short course products from the world's leading universities and institutions. With edX, we leverage our people, technology, and resources to power your education and your potential.
We deliver market-led courses that equip working professionals with the expertise required to upskill, reskill or kickstart a completely new career. Through a data-driven approach, we analyze future skills requirements and ensure all courses address this need. We ensure that leading universities and institutions are your expert guides and our people, technology, and resources are your engine – together we power more than just education, we power your potential.
Read more about GetSmarter here and edX here.
Find out more about GetSmarter’s approach to digital learning, course design, and online delivery here.
Payment options
You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a split payment plan on courses that are nine weeks and shorter. For courses 10 weeks and longer, there is a three-part payment plan available. To find out more about payment options please visit our Payment and Financing page, or contact an Enrollment Adviser, to find out which option you qualify for.
Manage your time
GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
Seek employer assistance
By improving your skills and industry knowledge, you'll have an influence on the success of your organization. Why wouldn't you ask your boss to help you fund your studies if it's going to have an impact on the way you do business?
Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too. Here is a guide to show you how to request financial assistance from your employer.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for business page.
How to change your start date
As part of our commitment to your professional development, GetSmarter offers you a two-week period to change your course start date or request your money back if you’re not fully satisfied.
To qualify for a deferral of your course start date, or to cancel your enrollment and receive a refund of your course fee, your request would need to reach our Success Advisers before the release of Module 2. For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.
Discover the Online Campus
The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please visit your Account page here.
Financing options
We've recently partnered with financial services firm, FeverTree, to offer you another convenient way to finance your short course education. Find out how you can apply for a short-term loan below.
How do I apply?
- You have the option of applying for a full course-cost loan agreement with FeverTree (South African citizens and short courses only)
- FeverTree works with GetSmarter to ensure your studies are financed right away, giving you the chance to join the soonest presentation
- You can find out if you pre-qualify in seconds. Send an SMS with your “Name*Surname*ID Number*Gross Salary” to 30082
- FeverTree’s application process is simple and quick – expect a 15-minute turnaround to find out if you’ve been successful with your loan application
- Even if you aren’t successful in your FeverTree application, you’ll still be eligible for the payment plan options with GetSmarter
.svg)
.svg)
.svg){kind=logo}
.svg){kind=logo}
Want to buy this course for your team? Chat with us to get started.
Get Started
