Risk Identification and Management Basics Training Course

A business holding company is a corporate structure where a parent entity (the "holding company") owns stakes or shares in other entities, referred to as subsidiaries. Rather than directly producing goods or services, its primary objective is the management and control of these subsidiaries.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend the concept, structure, and various types of business holding companies.
• Recognize the strategic, operational, and fiscal benefits associated with operating within a holding framework.
• Identify the legal prerequisites and the relevant tax regime for establishing and managing these entities.
• Implement strategies for the efficient oversight, control, and coordination of subsidiary operations.
• Evaluate practical scenarios to facilitate informed decisions regarding the establishment and functioning of a holding company.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Numerous exercises and practical applications.

Customization Options

• For bespoke training arrangements for this course, please reach out to us to coordinate.

This live, instructor-led training (online or onsite) is aimed at manufacturing managers and engineers who wish to enhance their ability to evaluate investments, build robust business cases, and present compelling narratives for capital projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: calculate and apply core investment appraisal metrics to manufacturing scenarios, build a complete CAPEX investment case including cash flow projections and sensitivity analysis, use templates and Capex Cards to streamline the approval process, and prepare clear executive-level narratives to justify capital expenditure requests.

This instructor-led live training in Brazil (online or on-site) is designed for current and aspiring CTOs, such as technical directors and technical managers, who aim to acquire the technical and managerial perspective required to be an effective CTO.

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

• Hire and lead a vibrant and innovative technical team.
• Effectively adopt and manage the technology needed to develop great products.
• Apply useful techniques and strategies for managing products and projects.
• Scale the company business and move it in the right direction.

This training program is ideal for professionals focused on Digital Marketing and Strategic planning.

It covers the fundamental concepts necessary to achieve visibility in the Chinese market via digital channels. The curriculum introduces essential digital marketing principles, ranging from mobile and social media marketing to email campaigns, PPC (Pay-Per-Click) advertising, and SEO.

By the conclusion of the training, participants will grasp the critical role of analytics and effective strategy, supported by practical examples.

This instructor-led, live training session in Brazil (available online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate to advanced-level finance and asset management professionals seeking to enhance asset tracking, control, and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

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

• Classify and configure fixed assets in accordance with IFRS regulations.
• Manage the creation, acquisition, and capitalization of assets.
• Implement control measures for effective asset tracking and monitoring.
• Apply appropriate depreciation and amortization methods.
• Process asset movements, transfers, and disposals efficiently.
• Ensure strict compliance with financial reporting and audit standards.

This instructor-led, live training in Brazil (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level finance and accounting professionals aiming to effectively manage, value, and audit fixed assets in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

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

• Understand the lifecycle and classification of fixed assets.
• Apply local and international accounting standards to asset valuation and depreciation.
• Manage fixed assets with appropriate controls, tools, and procedures.
• Comply with legal and tax frameworks relevant to asset management and reporting.

Overview

Regulators worldwide are increasingly tying the volume of risk a bank undertakes to the capital it must hold. Consequently, banks and financial service firms are shifting towards risk-based management practices. As banks, their products, regulatory frameworks, and the global marketplace grow more intricate, effective risk management faces mounting challenges. A crucial lesson from the banking crisis of the past five years is that risks are deeply interconnected; to manage them efficiently, banks must understand these interdependencies.

Key features include:

• an explanation of current risk-based regulations
• a detailed review of the primary risks faced by banks
• industry best practices for adopting an enterprise-wide approach to integrating risk management throughout the organization
• utilizing governance techniques to foster a group-wide culture where everyone actively contributes to managing risks in alignment with the bank's strategic objectives
• insights into the challenges risk managers may encounter in the future

The course extensively employs case studies to explore, examine, and reinforce the concepts and ideas covered during the five-day program. Historical events at banks are used throughout to illustrate failures in risk management and to highlight actions that could have prevented losses.

Objectives

The objective of this course is to assist bank management in delivering an appropriate integrated strategy for managing the complex and evolving risks and regulations characteristic of today's international banking environment. Specifically, this course aims to provide senior-level management with an understanding of:

• major risks within the financial industry and key international risk regulations
• how to manage a bank’s assets and liabilities while maximizing returns
• the interaction between risk types and how banks employ an integrated approach for their management
• corporate governance and best practice approaches for managing the diverse interests of stakeholders
• how to develop a culture of risk governance as a tool for minimizing unnecessary risk-taking

Who should attend this seminar

This course is designed for those new to integrated risk management, senior management responsible for strategic risk management, or those wishing to deepen their understanding of enterprise risk management. It will be of value to:

• Board-level bank management
• Senior managers
• Senior risk managers and analysts
• Senior directors and risk managers responsible for strategic risk management
• Internal auditors
• Regulatory and compliance personnel
• Treasury professionals
• Asset and liability managers and analysts
• Regulators and supervisory professionals
• Suppliers and consultants to banks and the risk management industry
• Corporate governance and risk governance managers.

Planning and Risk Assessment is a structured approach to identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks in projects and operations.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals who wish to plan effectively and manage risks in projects or operational environments.

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

• Understand the principles and processes of effective planning.
• Identify and assess potential risks in various scenarios.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Integrate risk assessment into the overall project lifecycle.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Group exercises and scenario-based practice.
• Hands-on application using case studies.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Brazil (online or in-person) targets intermediate-level professionals seeking to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems using RCA methodologies.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp essential RCA concepts and continuous improvement cycles.
• Utilize various RCA tools to pinpoint the root cause of problems.
• Craft and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organizational improvement and prevention initiatives.

This program aims to shift the audit process from a reactive "finding" activity to a proactive "prevention" strategy. By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team will specifically target the elimination of recurring findings. This ensures that once a weakness is identified, the resulting recommendation offers a permanent solution, thereby safeguarding the organization's operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Failing to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes in financial processes lead to cumulative leakages that increase over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls instead of focusing on new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Repeatedly reporting the same issues weakens the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training in Brazil (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level internal auditors who wish to enhance their audit effectiveness by applying structured RCA techniques.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend RCA methodologies and their significance within internal auditing.
• Pinpoint and analyze the underlying causes of audit findings.
• Utilize RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Formulate corrective and preventive action plans based on RCA outcomes.
• Incorporate RCA into the internal audit workflow to strengthen risk management.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level safety professionals and operational managers who wish to enhance their ability to investigate incidents, identify systemic weaknesses, and design effective corrective and preventive actions.

Supply Chain Management (SCM) involves overseeing the activities required to move goods and materials from suppliers to consumers.

During this instructor-led live training, participants will grasp the fundamentals of SCM as they apply to the Chinese market. Designed for managers looking to enter China, the program features discussions, case studies, and exercises to help prepare for practical implementation.

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

• Understand the dynamics of SCM in China compared to other countries
• Leverage China-specific supply chain innovations to develop an SCM strategy
• Implement an integrated end-to-end approach to SCM
• Negotiate on price with local suppliers
• Identify key global sourcers and other players in the China supply chain
• Conduct a detailed analysis of common business sourcing problems in China

Audience

• Sourcing Managers
• Professionals involved in the SCM process

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and hands-on practice