RISK MANAGEMENT IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONS
75 horas
Effective risk management in public administrations is crucial for ensuring the sustainability and resilience of government operations, public services, and public trust. This course provides an in-depth exploration of risk management practices tailored to the unique challenges faced by public sector organizations. Participants will learn how to assess, mitigate, and manage risks within government bodies, municipalities, and public institutions.
The course will cover key areas such as political risks, regulatory compliance, operational risks, and financial risks in the context of public administration. It will also explore the role of public sector managers in fostering a risk-aware culture and implementing strategies to minimize the impact of unforeseen events, such as budget shortfalls, regulatory changes, or public safety issues.
Discover the key modules and concepts
Introduction to Risk Management in Public Administration
- Overview of risk management principles and their relevance to the public sector.
- Types of risks specific to public administrations: political, financial, operational, and reputational.
- The role of risk management in enhancing public trust and accountability.
Risk Assessment and Identification in Public Sector Organizations
- Identifying key risk factors in public administration.
- Tools and techniques for assessing risks within public organizations.
- Risk mapping and creating a risk register for public institutions.
Risk Mitigation Strategies in Public Administration
- Developing and implementing strategies to mitigate public sector risks.
- The role of compliance, regulatory frameworks, and governance in risk mitigation.
- Crisis management and contingency planning for public administrations.
Public Sector Risk Financing and Sustainability
- Understanding the financial risks faced by public administrations: budget volatility, resource allocation, and public funding.
- Risk financing tools for public institutions: insurance, reserves, and government funding.
- Ensuring long-term sustainability through effective risk management and financing.
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Our exclusive “Learn by doing” method, allows our staff to track student progress more effectively which help them to identify a student's strengths, weaknesses and requirements. Better communication takes place through our hybrid learning methodology, as students can use our different digital platforms to connect and stay in touch with teachers and peers.
