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IRM Releases Global Student Rankings for the International Certificates in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Financial Services Risk Management
06 February 2023

Students who have passed both papers of their exams are now entitled to use the globally recognised IRMCert designation (Certificate Member) employers actively seek these out when recruiting for risk management positions.

Stephen Sidebottom, Chair of the IRM said:

“Well done to IRM students who recently passed their exams, and a particular congratulations to all those who received a distinction or merit. We recognise the hard work, time, and effort you have all invested to achieve these outstanding results.

Increasing complexity and uncertainty in the global business environment means that more and more organisations value the importance of proactively identifying and managing risks.

Risk Managers are in demand across every sector globally, and a career in ERM is challenging, rewarding, and offers many opportunities for growth and advancement. ERM is relevant to organisations globally and in every sector.

We wish every success to our students in their future careers”.

Global student rankings:

International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Overall global student (by average pass mark for both Module 1: Principles of Risk and Risk Management and Module 2: Practices of Risk Management):

Samuel Jefferson, IRMCert, Senior Governance Advisor, Close Brothers Group Plc UK.

He said:

“The IRM’s International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management provides a fantastic foundation in the principles and practice of risk management. One of the best aspects of the course, for me, is that all the content is presented in a business context; it’s clear that the real-world application of principles and concepts was a key consideration when compiling the course content. This made the content really engaging and I found the case studies and examples incredibly interesting.

After completing my exams, I feel like I immediately have a better understanding of how risk management works in my organisation, and this has allowed me to approach my work in a more informed way. I’d recommend that any risk professional, or aspiring risk profession, consider studying for the IRM Certificate”.

Top ten placed global students:

  • Mr Samuel Jefferson, IRMCert, Senior Governance Advisor, Close Brothers Group Plc, UK
  • Mrs Maja Nowakowska, IRMCert, Corporate Risk Manager, Euroclear, Belgium
  • Mrs Varsha Singh, IRMCert, Senior Manager, South African Revenue Service (SARS), South Africa
  • Mrs Katherine Holder, IRMCert, AH Plans, Performance and Risk, Civil Servant, UK
  • Mrs Laura Clayton, IRMCert, Deputy Director - Grants, Risk, Assurance and Counter Fraud, Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, UK
  • Mr John Robson, IRMCert, Senior Manager Enterprise Risk, Invesco, UK.
  • Francesca, Brandford-Adams, IRMCert, Senior Risk Manager Consultant, AECOM, UK
  • Mrs Katherine Gilchrist, IRMCert, Senior Commercial Insurance Broker for Crombie Lockwood, New Zealand
  • Miss Katya Hodson, IRMCert, Risk, Assurance & Compliance Manager, Home Office, UK
  • Tashi, IRMCert, Associate Vice President, Portfolio and Risk Management at NuVenture International Limited, India
  • Claire Kent, IRMCert, Risk, Procurement and Fleet Manager, Orwell Housing Association Ltd, UK

 

International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management  

The top student for both papers of the International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management (by average marks of Module One: Principles of Risk and Risk Management in Financial Services and Module 2: Practice of Risk Management in Financial Services) is:

Mr Krystian Cichocki, IRMCert, Trainee PRA Officer, Car Care Plan UK

He said:

“"I highly recommend the IRM’s International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management as it’s a great way to kick off your career in the growing field of risk management and it will provide you with the necessary tools to excel in your role.

The maintenance of the risk framework and associated processes is a large part of my role, so I have managed to put most of the material covered in the qualification into practice. I plan to complete the IRM's Diploma in Risk Management to further develop my knowledge and understanding".

Top ten globally placed students (by average pass mark for both papers):

  • Mr Krystian Cichocki, IRMCert, Trainee PRA Officer, Car Care Plan, UK
  • Mrs Theresse Hudson, IRMCert, Deltec Bank & Trust Limited, Bahamas
  • Andrew Madden, IRMCert, Risk Reporting Manager, Zurich Insurance, UK
  • Dr Alexander Curry, IRMCert, Risk Manager, Premia Re, UK
  • Mr Avneesh Sharma, IRMCert, Lead Risk Governance Manager, Metro Bank, UK
  • Mrs Melissa St Louis, IRMCert, Finance and Risk Analyst, MCB Consulting Services Ltd, Mauritius
  • Mr Owen Kane, IRMCert, Risk Management Analyst, Atrium Underwriters Ltd, UK
  • Mrs Juliet Easton, IRMCert, Compliance Barclays, UK
  • Mr Mlandvo Sikhondze, IRMCert, Chief Risk Officer, SBS, Swaziland
  • Mr Blair Anderson, IRMCert, Financial Reporting Risk Relationship Manager (SOX 404 & SAO), NatWest Group, UK

 

International Certificate in ERM

Top global students by region:

Europe (excluding the UK): Mrs Maja Nowakowska, IRMCert, Corporate Risk Manager, Euroclear, Belgium

North Americas: Mr Patrick Igoe, IRMCert, Organizational Risk Manager, Albourne Partners, US

Central/South Americas: Mrs Camille Cumberbatch-Dhoray, IRMCert, Consultant, Trinidad & Tobago

Africa: Ms Grace Ndegwa, IRMCert, Senior Internal Audit and Risk Officer, Tourism Finance Corporation, Kenya

Asia: Miss Tashi, IRMCert, India

Australasia: Mrs Katherine Gilchrist, IRMCert, New Zealand                                                           

Middle East: Mr Andres Desa, IRMCert, Head of Cybersecurity Audit, Mubadala Investment Company, United Arab Emirates

 

International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management

Top global students by region:

Europe (excluding the UK): Mr Denis Zubovas, IRMCert, Director of Credit Risk Management and Control Department, AB Siauliu Bankas, Lithuania, 

Central/South Americas: Mrs Theresse Hudson, IRMCert, Bahamas

Africa: Mr Mlandvo, Sikhondze, IRMCert, Chief Risk Officer, SBS, Swaziland

Asia: Mrs Melissa St Louis, IRMCert, Finance and Risk Analyst, MCB Consulting Services Ltd, Mauritius

Australasia: Mr Jun Sik Kim, IRMCert, Risk Business Partner, Reserve Bank of New Zealand, New Zealand

Well done everyone on your outstanding efforts!

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