Professional Certificate in Risk Management

3 courses (taken in any order)

7 weeks per course

Less than 1 year to complete the certificate

The Professional Certificate in Risk Management is tailored for professionals responsible for overseeing risk and implementing strategies to mitigate it.

Program at a Glance

Begins: Ongoing basis (courses can be taken in any order)
Registration Deadline: Two weeks prior to the course start date
Delivery Method: Synchronous Online
Full Program Fee: $875.00 per course (HST exempt) + Additional costs for textbooks
Funding available

Overview

Upon completion of all three courses, you will be qualified to apply for the Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation. The CRM designation has become a qualification requirement for some federal government jobs. In addition, many private organizations also look for CRMs to manage risk in their organizations. For more information on obtaining the designation, visit the website.

All courses are delivered online and taught by experienced industry experts and practitioners, providing real-world insights and practical knowledge to help you excel in risk management.

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Topics and Dates

You can complete the courses in any order and at your own pace.

Courses run from September through April.

Synchronous online format: Wednesdays from 6:00pm – 9:00 pm & Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 pm.

Course	Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 Dates	Registration Deadline	Instructors
CRM01 – Risk Management: Principles and Practices	September 23, 26, October 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, November 4, 7, 14, 2026	September 9, 2026	Tony Lackey
CRM02 – Risk Assessment and Treatment	December 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 2026, January 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, 2027	November 18, 2026	Tony Lackey
CRM03 – Risk Financing	February 17, 20, 24, 27, March 3, 6, 10, 13, 20, 24, 31, April 3, 7, 10, 2027	February 3, 2027	Charlene Budnisky

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Certificate

Upon completion of the program, you can request your official certificate by following the below steps:

Submit Certificate Fee: Click the button below to proceed with your payment for the certificate processing fee
Confirmation and Delivery: Once we receive your payment, one of our team members will reach out to you via email to:
- Provide you with a digital copy of your certificate.
- Confirm your mailing address for the physical certificate, if applicable.

Reasons to Enrol

Qualify for the CRM designation

Expand your professional network

Understand the role of risk management in driving organizational success

Gain practical skills applicable to real-world risk challenges

Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices

Connect with industry experts

Who Should Attend

Individuals seeking their Canadian Risk Management designation to create professional opportunities
Managers, executives, and board members who want to have in-depth comprehension of risk to develop strategic growth plans
Supervisors, managers, and project officers who are responsible to manage, control and protect an organization’s corporate and financial assets

Instructors

Charlene Budnisky

Director, Governance, Risk and Compliance at Statistics Canada

Tony Lackey

President, TL Risk Solutions

Participant Stories

“The CRM program at �Ӱ�ԭ�� University’s Sprott School of Business was well administered and delivered by personable, knowledgeable, and professional risk management practitioners. The course content was relevant, aligned with RIMS certification requirements, and evaluated fairly. A tremendous value and experience.”
-Lawrence Charlebois, P.Eng., M.A.Sc., National Research Council Canada

“The CRM designation certificate program of study, offered at �Ӱ�ԭ�� University, through the Sprott School of Business, is an educational challenge that offers a return on the academic investment of one’s time, energy and resources.”
– Maggie McCarthy B.A.(Hons.) CIP, CRM Quelmec Insurance Adjusters Member of McLarens Brouwer International

“For those of us for whom anything having to do with “finance” is essentially frightening, I can tell you that this course is not as scary as it may at first appear. Without a doubt the content is essential for any practicing Risk Manager, but this course will provide more than strictly “textbook-style” learning. The environment is informal, discussion is encouraged, and the varied backgrounds of the participants allow for a wealth of practical knowledge to be shared. You will be challenged and it will be time well spent.”
– Norah Lindsay, LLB Claims Analyst, Encon Group Inc.

Discounts

All �Ӱ�ԭ�� University alumni are eligible for a 10% discount off select Future EDge courses. Simply email futureedge@carleton.ca with your student number and full name prior to your registration to request your discount.

Discounts cannot be combined and do not apply to certificate or exemption fees. Discounts must be requested prior to registration; retroactive discounts cannot be applied.

For more information about course discounts, please email FutureEDge@carleton.ca, or call: (613)-520-3486