M_o_R® Management of Risk Foundation is an internationally recognised introductory course in the Management of Risk (M_o_R) framework. The course equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed to understand, identify, assess, and mitigate risks across different organisational levels and contexts.
This course introduces the principles, approach, processes and perspectives of the M_o_R® risk management methodology, which provides structured guidance for effective risk governance and decision-making across strategic, programme, project and operational settings. Participants will explore key risk management concepts and terminology, and learn how to apply them in real-world contexts. Successful completion prepares delegates not only for the Foundation exam but also lays the groundwork for further study at the Practitioner level.
Course objectivesUpon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
PrerequisitesThere are no prerequisites for this course, all participants begin with foundational concepts and progress through the curriculum in a structured way.
Target audienceThis course is suitable for anyone who needs guidance in adopting a controlled and systematic approach to risk identification, assessment and control across strategic, programme, project and operational levels. Designed for roles such as risk managers, project and programme managers, business change professionals and staff involved in risk-focused decision-making.
The course begins with an introduction to the M_o_R® framework and its purpose within effective governance and decision-making. Participants gain an understanding of why structured risk management is essential across different organisational levels and how M_o_R® supports consistency and control.
This part of the course explores the core principles that underpin the M_o_R® framework. Participants learn how these principles guide risk-informed decision-making and ensure that risk management activities are aligned with organisational objectives and culture.
Participants are introduced to the M_o_R® approach, including policies, processes, strategies and documentation that support effective risk management. The course explains how the approach provides a practical structure for identifying, assessing and responding to risk.
This section focuses on the end-to-end risk management process, from identification and assessment to planning and implementation of responses. Participants gain insight into how risks are documented, tracked and escalated in a controlled and systematic way.
The course covers how risk management is applied across strategic, programme, project and operational perspectives. Participants learn how the same framework can be adapted to different contexts while maintaining consistency and governance.
Participants explore how risk management can be embedded into organisational practices and continuously reviewed to ensure effectiveness. The course highlights the importance of leadership, culture and ongoing improvement in sustaining a mature risk management capability.
The course concludes with preparation for the M_o_R® Foundation exam, including a review of key concepts, terminology and framework elements. Participants are guided on what to expect in the exam and how to approach it with confidence.
Regular classroom courses:
Paperbased exam at the end of the last course day
Virtual courses:
You will get an exam voucher that gives you access to an online exam. This can be booked and taken home monitored by a proctor via camera.
The trainer will also guide you through the procedures on how to book and prepare for the exam during the course
For both alternatives:
If you fail on your first attempt you receive a free online retake voucher. This can only be conducted online.
Duration: 3 days
Price: 19 900
Language: English
Format: Open course and corporate training
Hva lærer jeg på dette kurset?
Du lærer å forstå og bruke M_o_R®-rammeverket for å jobbe med risiko på tvers av organisasjonen, fra strategisk til operasjonelt nivå.
Må jeg ha erfaring med risikostyring?
Nei, kurset starter på grunnleggende nivå og gir deg det teoretiske og praktiske grunnlaget for videre arbeid med risiko.
Hvordan tas eksamen?
Eksamen gjennomføres enten papirbasert på kursstedet eller som online prøve via voucher, med online vakthold.
Hva skjer hvis jeg ikke består eksamen første gang?
Du får ett gratis nytt forsøk, som må gjennomføres online.
Hva kan jeg gjøre etter dette kurset?
Etter å ha bestått Foundation-eksamen kan du ta M_o_R® Practitioner-kurset for å gå dypere inn i anvendelse og tilpasning av rammeverket.
