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This programme provides basic, technical and advanced skills in risk management and insurance. It covers areas such as economics, information technology, accounting, research, risk management, insurance and management which are vital for the success of risk professionals. It develops the knowledge, skills and competencies of risk practitioners who would be employed anywhere in the world.

Admissions Criteria

  • Applicants are expected to have successfully completed secondary schooling.
    The typical entry requirement is LGCSE or other equivalent secondary school qualification.
  • LGCSE/equivalent with a minimum of 5 subjects of which 3 Credits (C) and 2 Pass (D) including minimum Credit (C) in Mathematics, Pass (D) in English.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Discover, model and manage risk
  • Solve risk and insurance related problems
  • Develop corporate governance models
  • Research on existing problems and develop solutions
  • Develop business continuity plans
  • Identify and evaluate sources of finance
  • Appraise investment projects
  • Manage finances
  • Plan on Taxation issues
  • Develop new and innovative ideas and start own enterprises
  • Manage property and related issues
  • Manage international business finance

Career Prospects

  • Chief Risk Officers / Takers
  • Underwriters
  • Financial Advisors
  • Educationist
  • Financial Risk Managers
  • Compliance and Governance Managers
  • Insurance Brokers / Insurance Adjusters
  • Investment Analysts
  • Portfolio Managers
  • Credit Analysts
  • Captive Insurers

Skills Developed

  • Financial management
  • Presentation
  • Research
  • Analytical
  • Critical thinking
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Problem solving
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint

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