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North West University

Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management

The Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management in Business and Management is offered by North West University.

Program Length: 3 YEARS.

Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management offered by the North West University at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

Risk managers follow qualitative and quantitative approaches to identify, measure and manage the exposure to financial and non-financial risks. Understanding the level of regulation and the functioning of financial markets enables a risk manager to minimise losses and to stabilise cash flows. The qualification offers specialist knowledge, especially on financial risk management.Typical tasks include:

• Analysis of the financial impact on the company when risks occur
• Analysing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company
• Establishing the level of risk the company is willing to take
• Preparing risk management and insurance budgets
• Risk reporting tailored to the relevant audience
• Creating business continuity plans to limit risks
• Maintaining records of insurance policies and claims

Core subjects 

• Financial Risk Management
• Investment Management
• Bank Risk Management
• Derivative Instruments

Degree options

BCom Economics with Risk Management 

Degree duration: 3 years, full time

Offered at: Potchefstroom [P] and Vanderbijlpark [V]

 

BCom Economics with Risk Management - Extended programme

Degree duration: 4 years, full time

Offered at: Vanderbijlpark [v]

Career opportunities

• Bank management
• Financial risk management
• Corporative and city treasurer
• Funds- and asset management
• SAFEX trade
• Money-, capital- and stock market
• Economic advice