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During this module, you will: 

• Develop specialist knowledge in managing market, credit, operational, political, and corporate governance risk across financial and industrial sectors. 

• Apply practical tools such as re/insurance contracts, captive strategies, and financial instruments to manage real-world risk exposures. 

• Explore risk modelling techniques including Value-at-Risk (VaR) using parametric, historical, and Monte Carlo simulations. 

• Strengthen your career prospects or prepare for postgraduate study by gaining high-demand expertise in compliance, regulation, and financial risk strategy. 

Key Information 

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 11 weeks. 

You will be assessed through 1-2 continuous skill-based assignments, provided by your lecturer, with no final exam. 

Part-time considerations:   

• Designed for working professionals   

• Evening or recorded lectures     

• Additional prep and group work time   

• Timetable provided after registration 

To help you to be successful on this course: 

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.   

• If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of 3 or more years of relevant work experience (Recognised Prior Learning).  

Guidelines for your applications:  

• When applying, be sure to include the Module Code IN6002. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.  

• By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.  

• This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.  

• Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme. 

EU  - €1,600  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

Aviation Skillnet funding 

Eligible companies and individuals may receive a 25% contribution toward course fees. For funding enquiries only, please have either yourself or your employer contact Maeve O’Neill at 061 423 622 or maeve@icbe.ie to confirm eligibility. Support is subject to terms and conditions.   

Other funding  

Find further information on funding and scholarships. 

This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers: 

• Risk management and compliance roles in banking, finance, and insurance 

• Strategic and operational roles in industrial and corporate risk planning 

• Consultancy positions in regulatory frameworks and risk mitigation 

• Career progression or further study in financial strategy, investment analysis, and governance