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World events such as terrorism, natural disasters and the global financial crisis have raised the profile of risk. Now more than ever, organizations must plan, respond and recognize all forms of risks that they face. Risk management is a core business skill and understanding and dealing with risks effectively can both increase success and reduce the likelihood of failure.
Fundamentals of Risk Management provides a comprehensive introduction to this important subject. It is suitable for those starting a career in risk as well as all professionals who need to consider how types of risks impact on their organizations. It clearly defines the three main areas of risk - operational, change and strategic - and examines how to recognize the associated risks and both the problems and opportunities these present. The book is also supported by a broad range of case studies and well-known examples, providing an accessible introduction to this key area.
World events such as terrorism, natural disasters and the global financial crisis have raised the profile of risk. Now more than ever, organizations must plan, respond and recognize all forms of risks that they face. Risk management is a core business skill and understanding and dealing with risks effectively can both increase success and reduce the likelihood of failure.
Fundamentals of Risk Management provides a comprehensive introduction to this important subject. It is suitable for those starting a career in risk as well as all professionals who need to consider how types of risks impact on their organizations. It clearly defines the three main areas of risk - operational, change and strategic - and examines how to recognize the associated risks and both the problems and opportunities these present. The book is also supported by a broad range of case studies and well-known examples, providing an accessible introduction to this key area.
Dedication
List of Figures
List of Tables
Preface
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Part 1: Introduction to risk management
Chapter 1: Approaches to defining risk
Chapter 2: Impact of risk on organizations
Chapter 3: Types of risks
Chapter 4: Development of risk management
Chapter 5: Principles and aims of risk management
Chapter 6: Risk management standards
Case Study: Barclays Bank – Risk management objectives
Part 2: Risk strategy
Chapter 7: Risk management policy
Chapter 8: Risk management documentation
Chapter 9: Risk management responsibilities
Chapter 10: Risk architecture and structure
Chapter 11: Risk-aware culture
Chapter 12: Risk training and communication
Case Study: Tesco – Risk management responsibilities
Part 3: Risk assessment
Chapter 13: Risk assessment considerations
Chapter 14: Risk classification systems
Chapter 15: Risk likelihood and impact
Chapter 16: Loss control
Chapter 17: Defining the upside of risk
Chapter 18: Business continuity planning
Case Study: Invensys – Risks and uncertainties
Part 4: Risk and organizations
Chapter 19: Corporate governance model
Chapter 20: Stakeholder expectations
Chapter 21: Analysis of the business model
Chapter 22: Project risk management
Chapter 23: Operational risk management
Chapter 24: Supply chain management
Case Study: Hercules Incorporated – Outsourcing logistics
Part 5: Risk response
Chapter 25: Enterprise risk management
Chapter 26: Importance of risk appetite
Chapter 27: Tolerate, treat, transfer and terminate
Chapter 28: Risk control techniques
Chapter 29: Control of selected hazard risks
Chapter 30: Insurance and risk transfer
Case Study: Intercontinental Hotels Group – Loss-control strategy
Part 6: Risk assurance and reporting
Chapter 31: Evaluation of the control environment
Chapter 32: Activities of the internal audit function
Chapter 33: Risk assurance techniques
Chapter 34: Reporting on risk management
Chapter 35: Corporate social responsibility
Chapter 36: Future of risk management
Case Study: BP – Risk reporting 2008
Appendix A: Glossary of terms
Appendix B: Implementation guide
Index
Fundamentals of Risk Management provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of commercial and business risk. It is suitable for a broad range of risk professionals as well as those studying for a career in risk. The book examines the key components of risk management and how they can be applied. Examples demonstrate the benefits of risk management to organizations in the public and private sector.
About Author:
Paul Hopkin is Fellow and Non-executive Director of The Institute of Risk Management. He is currently Technical Director of the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers (AIRMIC). Previously he was Director of Risk Management for The Rank Group Plc and prior to that, Head of Risk Management at the BBC.
Special Features:
Dedication
List of Figures
List of Tables
Preface
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Part 1: Introduction to risk management
Chapter 1: Approaches to defining risk
Chapter 2: Impact of risk on organizations
Chapter 3: Types of risks
Chapter 4: Development of risk management
Chapter 5: Principles and aims of risk management
Chapter 6: Risk management standards
Case Study: Barclays Bank – Risk management objectives
Part 2: Risk strategy
Chapter 7: Risk management policy
Chapter 8: Risk management documentation
Chapter 9: Risk management responsibilities
Chapter 10: Risk architecture and structure
Chapter 11: Risk-aware culture
Chapter 12: Risk training and communication
Case Study: Tesco – Risk management responsibilities
Part 3: Risk assessment
Chapter 13: Risk assessment considerations
Chapter 14: Risk classification systems
Chapter 15: Risk likelihood and impact
Chapter 16: Loss control
Chapter 17: Defining the upside of risk
Chapter 18: Business continuity planning
Case Study: Invensys – Risks and uncertainties
Part 4: Risk and organizations
Chapter 19: Corporate governance model
Chapter 20: Stakeholder expectations
Chapter 21: Analysis of the business model
Chapter 22: Project risk management
Chapter 23: Operational risk management
Chapter 24: Supply chain management
Case Study: Hercules Incorporated – Outsourcing logistics
Part 5: Risk response
Chapter 25: Enterprise risk management
Chapter 26: Importance of risk appetite
Chapter 27: Tolerate, treat, transfer and terminate
Chapter 28: Risk control techniques
Chapter 29: Control of selected hazard risks
Chapter 30: Insurance and risk transfer
Case Study: Intercontinental Hotels Group – Loss-control strategy
Part 6: Risk assurance and reporting
Chapter 31: Evaluation of the control environment
Chapter 32: Activities of the internal audit function
Chapter 33: Risk assurance techniques
Chapter 34: Reporting on risk management
Chapter 35: Corporate social responsibility
Chapter 36: Future of risk management
Case Study: BP – Risk reporting 2008
Appendix A: Glossary of terms
Appendix B: Implementation guide
Index
| Book: | Fundamentals Of Risk Management |
| Author: | Paul Hopkin |
| ISBN: | 0749459425 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780749459420 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Publishing Date: | 2010-06-28 |
| Publisher: | Kogan Page India Private Limited |
| Number of Pages: | 384 |
| Language: | English |
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