ISO 31000 Foundation - Risk Management
ISO 31000 Foundation - Risk Management
The ISO 31000 Foundation training course presents the basic principles and approaches of managing risks and opportunities based on the guidelines of ISO 31000. It provides participants with an understanding of how effective risk management supports informed decision-making, improves performance, and enhances organizational resilience.
Why Should You Attend?
This training course focuses on the main components of ISO 31000, key terminology, the risk management framework, and the overall process for identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and treating risks and opportunities in a consistent and structured manner.
Upon completion of the training course, you can take the exam and apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation” credential. The certificate demonstrates that you understand the fundamental concepts of risk and methodologies for risk management based on the guidelines of ISO 31000.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:
- Individuals who wish to learn the basic concepts and principles of risk management based on ISO 31000
- Individuals responsible for the creation and protection of value in an organization
- Personnel tasked with managing risks and opportunities in their area of responsibility
- Individuals interested in pursuing a career as a risk manager
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Summarize the main concepts and principles of risk management as articulated in ISO 31000
- Explain the ISO 31000 guidelines for establishing the risk management framework
- Describe the application of the risk management process in accordance with ISO 31000 guidelines
Educational Approach
- The course adopts a structured and learner-centered educational approach designed to support the development of foundational competence in ISO 31000 risk management.
- 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.
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Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participating in this training course.
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to risk management, ISO 31000 components, and initiation of the risk management process
Day 2: Risk assessment, risk treatment, recording and reporting, monitoring and review, and communication and consultation according to ISO 31000
Examination
The “PECB ISO 31000 Foundation” exam fully meets all 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: Risk management framework and 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
First, a candidate must complete the ISO 31000 Foundation training course. Then, they must successfully complete and pass the exam to be able to apply for the “Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation” certificate.
This is an entry-level credential, and there are no prerequisites for professional or project experience. Thus, completing the training course, passing the exam, and applying for the certificate are the only certificate program requisites that certificate holders must meet before obtaining the certificate.
For more information, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The certificate requirements for the ISO 31000 Foundation are:
| Designation | Training course | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/ assessment experience | Risk management project experience | Other requirements |
| Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation | Complete the ISO 31000 Foundation Training Course | Pass the PECB ISO 31000 Foundation exam | None | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
General Information
- Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
- Participants will receive more than 200 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 14 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 for 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.
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