Fundamentals of Risk Management: Understanding, Evaluating and Implementing Effective Risk Management - Softcover

Hopkin, Paul

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Synopsis


World events such as terrorism, natural disasters and the global financial crisis have raised the profile of risk. Now more than ever, organizations must plan, respond and recognize all forms of risks that they face. Risk management is a core business skill and understanding and dealing with risks effectively can both increase success and reduce the likelihood of failure. 

Fundamentals of Risk Management provides a comprehensive introduction to this important subject. It is suitable for those starting a career in risk as well as all professionals who need to consider how types of risks impact on their organizations. It clearly defines the three main areas of risk - operational, change and strategic - and examines how to recognize the associated risks and both the problems and opportunities these present. The book is also supported by a broad range of case studies and well-known examples, providing an accessible introduction to this key area.

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About the Author

Paul Hopkin is currently Technical Director at the Institute of Risk Management, having held the same role at the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers (AIRMIC) for nine years.  He was previously Director of Risk Management for The Rank Group Plc and before that Head of Risk Management at the BBC.  He is also the author of Risk Management (Kogan Page).

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ISBN 10:  0749476664 ISBN 13:  9780749476663
Publisher: Kogan Page, 2015
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