Course description
This new specialist Certificate, awarded by the IRM and developed with support from the WMG Cyber Security Centre at the University of Warwick and the University’s Department of Politics and International Studies, has been designed to equip individuals to apply and develop their skills in an increasingly digital world.
The qualification provides an introduction to the concepts of digital risk management and explains how new technologies and digitalization are disrupting businesses, changing the risk environment for organizations of all types and posing new ethical challenges. It explores how appropriate risk management tools and techniques can be applied, adapted and developed in the digital context and provides a detailed introduction to cybersecurity principles and practices.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This qualification is recommended for anyone who wishes to understand risk management in the digital era. It provides a basis for understanding digital disruption, its causes and its consequences, and it equips students with the tools and techniques of professional risk management to mitigate the risks inherent in the digital world of the fourth industrial revolution.
It is an introduction to the subject of digital risk management for those from all disciplines directly or indirectly related to professional risk management.
For existing IRM members, it is also suitable as a supplementary qualification for continuing professional development.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Successful students will be issued with a completion certificate and can apply to become an Affiliate Member of the Institute if not already an existing member of the IRM.
Training Course Content
- The digital world and the “4th industrial revolution”
- Digital disruption, organisational and societal change
- Risk management principles and practices in relation to digital risk
- Ethical implications of digital innovation
- Principles and practice of cyber security and incident management
- Audit and assurance for digital and emerging risk
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Course delivery details
Supported distance learning
Distance learning gives you the flexibility to study at home at your own pace. Our extensive global network of examination centres and our special centre policy means you can study and take your examinations anywhere in the world.
Expenses
Fees
Standard rate £1,195
Member rate £1,095
Low GDP rate £995
You do not need to pay VAT on the above fees as they are VAT exempt.
The fee includes
IRM student membership for the duration of study, detailed study guide, reading list*, comprehensive online student support, practice examination questions, entry to examinations, all IRM member benefits and services.
*Students will be required to purchase the two core textbooks, which are available through Amazon.
Payment methods
Full details of payment methods can be found on the enrolment form. Payment can be made using the following methods:
- BACS / Bank transfer
- Debit / Credit card
- Invoice - payment must be made within 14 days of the invoice date.
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