The IRM International Diploma in Risk Management is a broadly based post-graduate level qualification.

It is unique, as it has been developed through extensive collaboration between leading educational thinkers and academics, in partnership with risk practitioners from across the world.

Offered on a part time, flexible, distance learning basis, it offers students throughout the world the opportunity to obtain an internationally recognised risk qualification which is both academically rigorous and also designed to give professionals the practical skills necessary to work in risk management, in any sector.

The Diploma leads to more than just a qualification. Completion offers the entry route to IRM membership which, is a sign to potential employers of an individual’s commitment to continued professional development and to a code of professional practice.

In addition, IRM student and professional membership grades will provide you with extensive benefits relevant to working risk professionals together with valuable networking opportunities.

To successfully complete the IRM Diploma, students must complete:

• All five level 1 core modules
• Two of the level 2 specialisms
• The practical assignment

You are eligible to study for the Diploma if you have:

• IRM Certificant through passing the IRM Certificate in Risk Management

Or

• A first degree, at least a 2:2 from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification from a non-UK institution

Or

• An equivalent level professional qualification and at least 3 years risk management or associated experience

Or

• No formal qualifications, but more than 3 years risk management experience at a managerial level
  

• Detailed module handbooks
• Study materials provided online through IRM's online reading room
• Complimentary subscriptions to leading risk management journals
• Online module discussion forums, moderated by the examiners
• Member and student discussion boards, facilitating networking and the sharing of best practice
• Access to examiners via e-mail
• Practice exam questions and past papers
• Study workshops (optional)
• Voluntary local study groups

For more info, see Student Support

For more information about the online reading room for Diploma students please see Required Reading