Risk Management

Degree/Certificate: Project Management Essentials – Risk Management
Duration: 2–3 months (short program) / 4–6 months (extended program)
Total Credits: 12–20 credits (short program) / ~50 credits (extended program)

You will develop the strategic insight and entrepreneurial expertise to identify opportunities, design sustainable business models, and implement socially responsible strategies that drive growth and impact, equipping you to lead, adapt, and make a meaningful difference in the evolving field of sustainable and social entrepreneurship.

Overview

The Project Management Essentials – Risk Management course equips participants with the skills to identify, assess, and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle. The program covers risk identification, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, risk response planning, monitoring, and mitigation strategies. Participants will learn to proactively address uncertainties, minimize project disruptions, and ensure successful project outcomes.

Program Duration & Credits

  • Duration: 2–3 months (short program) / 4–6 months (extended program)
  • Total Credits: 12–20 credits (short program) / ~50 credits (extended program)

Career Opportunities

  • Project Risk Analyst

  • Project Coordinator

  • Junior Project Manager

  • Risk Management Associate

  • Program Administrator

  • Operations Officer

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify and categorize potential risks in projects.

  2. Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments.

  3. Develop and implement effective risk mitigation and response strategies.

  4. Monitor, track, and report on project risks throughout the lifecycle.

  5. Utilize risk management tools and techniques to support decision-making.

  6. Communicate risk findings and mitigation plans to stakeholders effectively.

  7. Integrate risk management practices into overall project planning and execution to ensure project success.

Programme

Modules / Courses

Modules / Courses

Course TitleCourse CodeCredits
Introduction to Project Risk ManagementPMR1013–4
Risk Identification & Categorization TechniquesPMR1023–4
Qualitative & Quantitative Risk AnalysisPMR1032–3
Risk Response Planning & MonitoringPMR1043–4
Capstone Project: Project Risk Register & Action PlanPMR1053–5

Total Credits – Short Program: 12–20
Total Credits – Extended Program: ~50

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Zernike Science Park, Zernikeplein 1,9747
AS Groningen, Netherlands

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