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Developing strong risk assessments for all key areas of a financial institution is crucial. Strategic-minded institutions aim to manage risk at an enterprise-wide level, striving for “optimal risk-taking,” where they incur just enough of the right kind of risk to effectively pursue their strategic goals. This webinar will guide you through the characteristics of strong risk assessments, helping you develop an enterprise-wide process that is practical, sustainable, and easy to understand. You will gain practical tools and examples to implement immediately, strengthening your existing risk assessments and creating new ones as needed.
The webinar covers an overall view of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and its key components, the three key phases of ERM, and how risk assessments fit in. It will delve into the risk assessment process, the characteristics of strong risk assessments, and the relationship between the Risk Assessment System (RAS) and CAMELS rating. You will learn about the top eight risks, how to conduct an ERM risk assessment using a matrix, and the various types of risk assessments based on the area of risk. Additionally, the webinar will provide examples of ongoing monitoring and reporting tools, helping you understand the goals and characteristics of risk assessments based on industry best practices.
Topics Covered:
Comprehensive Overview of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Its Essential Elements
Unveiling the Three Key Phases of ERM and the Role of Risk Assessments
Enhancing Your Risk Assessments: A Step-by-Step Process
Defining the Purpose of Risk Assessments for Strategic Success
Key Traits of Effective Risk Assessments
Understanding the Risk Assessment System (RAS) and Its Link to CAMELS Rating
Identifying the Top Eight Risks and Other Critical Risk Categories
Mastering ERM Risk Assessments with a Matrix: The Foundational Risk Assessment
Exploring Various Types of Risk Assessments Tailored to Specific Risk Areas
Showcasing Examples of Continuous Monitoring and Reporting Tools
Key Learning Objectives:
Gain a high-level overview of ERM and its three dynamic phases.
Understand the risk assessment process to strengthen existing risk assessments.
Identify and assess risks across your entire institution.
Discover the key traits and goals of industry-leading risk assessments.
Craft appropriate risk assessment criteria for your organization.
Embrace the Power of Annual Risk Assessments Recommended for Continuous Improvement
Study real-world examples through monitoring and reporting tools.
Duration: 90-minutes
Who Should Attend: Audit, Compliance, Chief Risk, Chief Lending, Chief Finance, Risk Management
Instructor(s): Marcia Malzahn, President and Founder, Malzahn Strategic
Recorded: Aug. 20, 2026.
This webinar on-demand is available for two years from the recorded date.