Mastering Advanced GRC: Strategic Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Leadership

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This course provides an in-depth understanding of Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) at a strategic level. It equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to integrate GRC into corporate decision-making, enhance risk resilience, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive ethical leadership. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, participants will learn how to develop a proactive, risk-aware, and compliance-driven organization.
Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Develop and implement a strategic, integrated GRC framework aligned with business objectives.

• Understand the key components of governance, risk management, and compliance and how they interconnect.

• Apply advanced risk assessment and mitigation strategies to enhance decision-making.

• Navigate global regulatory landscapes and ensure compliance with industry-specific standards.

• Strengthen corporate governance structures and ethical leadership.

• Leverage technology and automation to optimize GRC processes.

• Foster a risk-aware culture within the organization.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals responsible for GRC implementation, including:

• Chief Risk Officers (CROs) and Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs).

• Senior executives and board members overseeing governance and compliance.

• Risk management professionals and compliance officers.

• Internal auditors and corporate governance specialists.

• Legal and regulatory affairs professionals.

• Business leaders responsible for strategic decision-making.

• IT and cybersecurity professionals involved in compliance and risk management.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Advanced GRC

• Overview of GRC evolution and its role in modern businesses.

• Understanding the strategic alignment of governance, risk, and compliance.

• Exploring key GRC frameworks (COSO, ISO 31000, NIST, COBIT, Basel).

• Corporate governance best practices and leadership in risk management.

Day 2: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Strategic Risk Mitigation

• Advanced risk identification and classification techniques.

• Developing an integrated risk management framework.

• Risk assessment models: Qualitative vs. quantitative approaches.

• Scenario planning and stress-testing risk responses.

• Implementing a risk-aware culture across the organization.

Day 3: Compliance Management and Regulatory Landscape

• Key regulatory requirements and compliance obligations (GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, FCPA).

• Creating a compliance-driven organizational culture.

• Effective policy management and regulatory reporting.

• Compliance monitoring tools and best practices.

• Managing audits and ensuring accountability in compliance.

Day 4: Governance and Ethical Leadership

• Strengthening corporate governance structures and accountability.

• Role of leadership in fostering ethical decision-making.

• Board-level risk oversight and enterprise risk reporting.

• Integrating GRC into corporate sustainability and ESG initiatives.

Day 5: GRC Technology and Automation

• Leveraging GRC software solutions and automation tools.

• Role of AI, blockchain, and data analytics in risk management.

• Cybersecurity and information governance in digital transformation.

• Case study: Implementing an automated GRC program for an enterprise