Risk Management MSc

Program Overview

The Risk Management MSc program at DMU equips individuals with the analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills essential for careers in risk management. Emphasizing both theory and practice, the program prepares graduates to effectively manage contemporary risks and emerging threats in various industries, including finance, insurance, and cybersecurity. Accredited by the Institute of Risk Management, the program offers exemptions from professional examinations and access to DMU's award-winning careers service.

Program Outline

Risk Management MSc

Degree Overview:

• The Risk Management MSc program is designed for individuals seeking careers in risk management and professionals who want to strengthen their risk management expertise.
• The program emphasizes both theoretical analysis and practical application, fostering a critical and questioning approach to the subject.
• Graduates gain analytical, problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and people management and leadership skills necessary for success in the fast-paced corporate world.

Outline:

• Duration: One year full-time
• Start Date: September 2024
• Accredited: Institute of Risk Management
• Modules:
• Principles and Practice of Risk Management
• Governance, Assurance and Risk
• Business Continuity, Project and Crisis Management
• International Finance and Strategic Financial Decision Making
• Dissertation in Risk Management (Block 5 & 6)
• Consultancy Project in Risk Management (Block 5 & 6)

Assessment:

• Assessments include individual and group assignments, presentations, exams, case study analysis, and reports.

Teaching:

• The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, case studies, presentations, group projects, simulations, computer modeling, and guest lectures.
• The faculty comprises experienced professionals and academics in the field of risk management.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in diverse areas such as:
• Risk Management
• Risk Analysis
• Crisis Management
• Project Management
• Business Continuity
• Regulatory Compliance
• Cybersecurity
• Insurance
• Banking

Other:

• The program offers exemptions from all six papers of the Institute of Risk Management's Diploma level professional examinations, allowing graduates to apply for full GradIRM status.
• After three years of work experience, graduates can apply for full Chartered membership.
• Graduates have access to DMU's award-winning careers service.
• The program welcomes international students.

UK

EU/International Programme code: N29072 Duration: One year full-time Start dates: September 2024 Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £10,450 Programme code: N29072 Duration: One year full-time Start dates: September 2024 Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for EU and international students: £17,950