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    Master risk assessment techniques for safety and compliance. Learn to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement control measures.

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Project Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Project Management, Continuous Monitoring, Stakeholder Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York Institute of Finance

      Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Business Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Operational Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Control, Governance, Lending and Underwriting, Derivatives, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Feasibility Studies, Disaster Recovery, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Civil Engineering, Crisis Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Systems Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Resource Management, Resilience, Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google Project Management:

      Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Controls, Milestones (Project Management), Communication Planning, Scope Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Project Scoping, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Backlogs, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      133K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®) Certification Course

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Project Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Initiative and Leadership, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Analysis, Project Management, Continuous Monitoring, Business Risk Management, Project Closure, Stakeholder Management, Operational Risk, Project Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Investment Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Modeling, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Finance, Return On Investment, Investments, Statistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Infosec

      CISSP Domain 6: Security Assessment and Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Software Testing, Test Tools, Risk Management Framework

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Asset Management, Security Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York Institute of Finance

      Operational Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Operational Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Risk Analysis, Internal Controls, Regulatory Requirements, Trend Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      377 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Conflict Management, Risk Management, Overcoming Objections, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Rapport Building, Operational Risk, Negotiation, Change Management, Leadership, Governance, Organizational Change, Communication, Business Transformation, Interpersonal Communications, Mediation, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, Culture Transformation, Human Machine Interfaces, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Creativity, Risk Management Framework, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Application Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      HRCI

      Compliance and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Operational Risk, Occupational Safety And Health, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Health And Safety Standards, Business Risk Management, Business Continuity, Human Resource Strategy, Labor Law, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      309 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular risk assessment courses

    • Project Risk Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Risk Management: New York Institute of Finance
    • Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Google Project Management:: Google
    • Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®) Certification Course: LearnKartS
    • Investment Risk Management: Coursera Project Network
    • CISSP Domain 6: Security Assessment and Testing: Infosec
    • Introduction to Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Operational Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
    • Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance: Macquarie University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Risk Assessment

    Risk assessment is identifying and analyzing roadblocks that hamper the ability to do business and hazards that have the potential to create a loss or have any kind of negative effect on an organization. This type of evaluation is performed by businesses and government agencies as well as individuals. Risk management is incorporated into regulatory compliance issues, the development of business strategies, and human resource management. It's also an important aspect of topics like brand management and managing your health.‎

    Learning about risk management offers opportunities to advance in both your personal and professional life. As you enhance the skills of identifying things that can have a negative effect on your personal life or things that could go wrong at work, it becomes easier to navigate around those potential pitfalls. Learning about risk management also provides you with new tools for analyzing the pitfalls and comparing your options to find the one most likely to deliver a positive result.‎

    Operations risk analyst, market risk analyst, and credit risk analyst are three of the job titles that are popular with risk management specialists. These jobs require solid math skills and critical thinking skills. Risk management is also an important component of quality control jobs, where in addition to identifying quality issues, a QC professional may be called on to suggest the best possible solutions to problems. It's also a key role in cybersecurity jobs, manufacturing roles, purchasing, and science-based jobs.‎

    Risk management is a topic that's well-suited to you if you're someone who wants to avoid potential risks in life and at work, and if you want to also strengthen analysis skills and improve your decision-making ability. While many advanced risk management courses are geared toward specific industries you may want to explore, such as cybersecurity or quality control, beginner level courses also provide an introduction to many ways you can apply newly learned risk management techniques.‎

    Online Risk Assessment courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Risk Assessment skills. Choose from a wide range of Risk Assessment courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Risk Assessment, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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