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RISK-MANAGER Exam Topics and Domains
RISK-MANAGER is organized into 3 weighted domains. Expect to work with Communication plans, Action tracking systems, Brainstorming tools, Budget allocation frameworks, and more.
Fundamental principles and concepts of risk management
ISO Standards and Risk Management
- Explain what ISO does and the key principles in standard development
- Distinguish between various ISO management system standards
- Explain and illustrate the main concepts of risk management
Risk Management Principles
- Understand the risk management principles
- Apply ISO 31000 principles in organizational contexts
Benefits of Effective Risk Management
- Interpret the advantages of effective risk management in an organization
- Identify significant aspects for effective risk management
Types of Risk
Understand and distinguish different types of risk
Establishing the risk management framework
Risk Management Framework Components
Understand and interpret the recommendations for the risk management framework provided by ISO 31000
Understanding Organizational Context
- Understand the context of an organization when designing the risk management framework
- Establish the external and internal context of the organization
Risk Management Policy and Commitment
- Understand the establishment of a risk management policy
- Articulate commitment to risk management
Roles and Responsibilities
Identify who is accountable for the development, implementation and maintenance of the risk management framework
Resource Allocation
Identify the necessary resources for the risk management implementation
Stakeholder Management
- Identify all relevant stakeholders in the risk management process
- Understand the importance of risk communication and consultation
Framework Implementation and Improvement
Understand the implementation, evaluating and improving the risk management framework
Application of the risk management process
Risk Management Process Overview
Understand, interpret, and apply the risk management process based on the recommendations of ISO 31000
Scope, Context and Criteria
- Define the risk management process scope and boundaries
- Define the risk criteria
Risk Assessment
- Identify, analyze and evaluate risks
- Prioritize risks
Risk Treatment
- Understand the risk treatment options and integrate the risk treatment options into the organization's processes
- Create a risk treatment plan
Monitoring and Review
- Understand the monitoring and reviewing process of the risk management framework and process
- Understand the key performance indicators (KPIs) and the key risk indicators (KRIs)
Recording and Reporting
- Understand the value of documented information and the recording of risk
- Understand the role of risk registers
Communication and Consultation
- Understand the aim of the communication and consultation process
- Understand the different communication tools, risk communication types
- Understand the consultation process and methods
Process Integration
Integrate the risk management process into the organization's processes
How do I earn this certification?
Passing RISK-MANAGER earns the PECB Certified ISO 31000 Risk Manager certification. It sits in the Risk Management track.
- ISO-31000-RM - ISO 31000 Risk Manager
- ISO-IEC-27005-RM - ISO/IEC 27005 Risk Manager
- ISO-31000-LRM - ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager
- ISO-31000-MASTER - ISO 31000 Master
- ISO-22301-LI - ISO 22301 Lead Implementer Risk management in business continuity context
- ISO-IEC-27001-LI - ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Risk-based approach to information security
- ISO-IEC-27005-LRM - ISO/IEC 27005 Lead Risk Manager Specialized information security risk management
- ISO-45001-LI - ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Risk management in workplace safety
- ISO-14001-LI - ISO 14001 Lead Implementer Environmental risk assessment and management
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-07-30
- Risk Management Software Integration Exam candidates need understanding of digital risk tools
- Climate Risk Assessment Growing exam focus on environmental risk scenarios
- Quantum Computing Risks Future exam updates may include quantum risk scenarios
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Managers or consultants responsible for effective risk management and Individuals seeking knowledge about risk management principles, framework, and process.
- Fundamental understanding of ISO 31000
- Comprehensive knowledge of risk management