Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management: Understanding and Implementing Effective Tools, Policies and Frameworks

by Simon Ashby

Threats to an organization's operations, such as fraud, IT disruption or poorly designed products, could result in serious losses. Understand the key components of effective operational risk management with this essential book for risk professionals and students.

Fundamentals of Operational Risk Management outlines how to implement a sound operational risk management framework which is embedded in day-to-day business activities. It covers the main operational risk tools including categorisation, risk and control self-assessment and scenario analysis, and explores the importance of risk appetite and tolerance.

With case studies of major operational risk events to illustrate each concept, this book demonstrates the value of ORM and how it fits with other types of risk management. There is also guidance on the regulatory treatment of operational risk and the importance of risk culture in any organization. Master the essentials and improve the practice of operational risk management with this comprehensive guide.

320 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 3, 2022

Reviews

[Favian · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who is transitioning into an Operational Risk Management role in the banking industry, this is a very useful guidebook. The book highlights the importance of developing a mature risk culture as well as conducting a proper risk and control self-assessment.