Course Summary
Developed in conjunction with UCD College of Business the Professional Diploma in Advanced Operational Risk Management in Financial Services showcases extensive academic thinking and rigor as well as unique, real-world insights from our partners Bank of Ireland, Citi and Deloitte.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
An Honours degree (second class honours grade 2 award or higher)
or
Admission many also be considered for experienced professionals who do not meet the admission requirements as set out above, where they can demonstrate knowledge through their work i.e. they have more than 5 years’ experience in a management role (to be considered on a case by case basis).
Professional body membership
You must be a current member of IOB, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
Application Details
Contact Provider for next start date.
Fees
02. Operational Risk, Capital Markets and AI (10 ECTS) €1,595
03. Strategic Operational Conduct and Reputational Risk Management (10 ECTS) €1,595
Fees for IFS Skillnet member
01. Risk Governance, Culture, Business and Enterprise Risk Management (10 ECTS) €1195
02. Operational Risk, Capital Markets and AI (10 ECTS) €1195
03. Strategic Operational Conduct and Reputational Risk Management (10 ECTS) €1195
This programme has IFS Skillnet funding available for certain companies. You should check if your company has IFS Skillnet approval.
Please note funding available for modules running up until end of 2024 only, a new application will be required for modules running in 2025 if funding is available.
The availability of funding for modules in future trimesters will be confirmed in advance of their commencement.
Tax relief may be available to candidates who are paying fees in a personal capacity. Further information is available from www.revenue.ie.
Funding it subject to availability
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
If you hold an IOB designation or a designation managed by IOB, CPD hours may be awarded on successful completion of this programme.
PRMIA and their Associate Professional Risk Manager (aPRM) global certificate
Graduates can then apply directly to PRMIA to be awarded the globally recognised PRMIA Associate Professional Risk Manager (aPRM) global certificate. Completing this programme will allow you to stand out among your peers, providing you with a competitive advantage with colleagues, clients, and prospective employers by developing the necessary skills and experience needed to succeed in today’s dynamic work environment.
Duration
Delivery is online.
Each 10 ECTS module comprises of up to 30 delivery hours per trimester (i.e. up to 10 evenings).