ISO 31000 Risk Management Foundation (PECB Certified) - Including Exam
- Course Code ISO31000F
- Duration 2 days
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This course is available in the following formats:
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Company Event
Event at company
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Public Classroom
Traditional Classroom Learning
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Virtual Learning
Learning that is virtual
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Course Overview
TopThe ISO 31000 Foundation training course presents the basic principles and approaches of managing risks and opportunities based on the guidelines of ISO 31000. This training course focuses on the main components of ISO 31000: basic terms and definitions, principles of risk management, risk management framework, and risk management process. In addition, each step of the risk management process is analyzed and elaborated individually.
Upon completion of the training course, you can sit for the exam and apply to obtain the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation” designation. The certificate demonstrates that you understand the fundamental concepts of risk and methodologies for risk management based on the guidelines of ISO 31000.
Course Schedule
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- Delivery Format: Public Classroom
- Date: 06-07 May, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Location: 1-Mechelen (Battelsesteenweg 455-B) (W. Europe )
- Language: English
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- Delivery Format: Virtual Learning
- Date: 06-07 May, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Location: Virtual (W. Europe )
- Language: English
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- Delivery Format: Virtual Learning
- Date: 04-05 June, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Location: Virtual (W. Europe )
- Language: English
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- Delivery Format: Virtual Learning
- Date: 10-11 September, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Location: Virtual (W. Europe )
- Language: Dutch
Target Audience
Top- Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the ISO 31000 guidelines for risk management principles, framework, and process
- Individuals responsible for the creation and protection of value in an organization
- Personnel tasked with managing the risks and opportunities in their area of responsibility
- Individuals interested to pursue a career as a risk manager
Course Objectives
TopUpon successful completion of this training course, the participants will be able to:
- Summarize the main concepts and principles of risk management as articulated in ISO 31000
- Explain the ISO 31000 guidelines for establishing the risk management framework
- Describe the application of the risk management process in accordance with ISO 31000 guidelines
Course Content
TopDay 1: Introduction to risk management, ISO 31000 components, and initiation of the risk management process
Day 2: Risk assessment, risk treatment, recording and reporting, monitoring and review, and communication and consultation according to ISO 31000
Course Prerequisites
Top- There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
Test Certification
TopThe exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. It covers the following competency domains:
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of risk management
- Domain 2: Risk management framework and risk management process
First, a candidate needs to complete the PECB ISO 31000 Foundation training course. Then, they need to take the exam and after successfully passing the exam, candidates will be able to apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation” certificate. This is an entry-level credential.
There are no prerequisites on professional or management system project experience required. Thus, following the training course, passing the exam and applying for the certificate are the only certificate program requisites that certificate holders shall meet before obtaining the certificate.
The certificate requirements for ISO 31000 Foundation are:
- Designation: PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 31000 Foundation
- Training Course: Complete the PECB ISO 31000 Foundation Training Course
- Exam: Pass the PECB ISO 31000 Foundation exam
- Professional experience: None
- Risk Management experience: None
- Other requirements: Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
Further Information
TopEducational approach
The training course is participant centered and contains:
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with graphics, examples, and discussions
- Interactions between participants by means of questions and suggestions
- Quizzes with similar structure to the exam
General Information
- Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
- PECB will provide over 200 pages of instructional materials containing explanations, guidance, and practical examples.
- An attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.