Diploma in Risk Management

This programme is ideal for professionals with experience in the financial sector who want to strengthen their technical expertise and gain recognition from an international university. It is designed for those seeking to advance their careers within their organisations while pursuing an exceptional, accredited programme alongside a full-time job. It is also geared towards individuals who are ready to drive meaningful change in developing economies and support financial institutions in both navigating uncertainties and seizing opportunities.

Delivered in a blended format, the Diploma in Risk Management combines interactive online modules, case studies, and applied projects that fit seamlessly into your schedule. We adopt a flexible learning approach, giving you the opportunity to follow your own schedule and balance your daily work with professional development. Our online e-Campus offers you the flexibility to study at your own pace, while also providing opportunities to network and collaborate with other course participants.

Our Certified Expert courses are accredited qualifications that provide training based on international best practices and real-world developments. In these courses, you’ll be able to explore various topics in the world of finance, and gain skills and knowledge that can be directly implemented in your ongoing and future projects. Additionally, our on-campus training week at Frankfurt School gives you the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange experiences, and establish a strong professional network.

This diploma offers a practice-oriented foundation in modern risk management for financial institutions and corporates, combining flexible online learning with valuable on-campus experience. The programme introduces key concepts of risk governance and regulatory frameworks, covering all major risk categories, including credit, market, liquidity and operational risk. You will learn how risks are identified, measured and monitored, and how tools such as stress testing, scenario analysis and statistical models support sound decision-making. The programme also highlights the role of risk culture, effective reporting and enterprise-wide risk frameworks in building resilient organisations. Through practical examples and case studies, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to assess complex risk situations and apply professional risk management techniques in your daily work.

For your diploma studies, you will take two core courses to develop a comprehensive understanding of the risk management practices needed to tackle financial uncertainties and climate challenges. In addition, you can personalise your study plan by choosing from the elective courses in our programme curriculum. You must obtain a total of 18 ECTS credits before you can complete the capstone assignment, for which you will be tasked with drawing on the knowledge and skills you have gained throughout the programme.