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Poole College of Management
Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

ERM Leadership and Governance

Jan 3, 2011

Increasing Complexity Creates Challenges for Risk Management

Managing complexity is quickly becoming one of the greatest challenges for large organizations today. A white paper published by KPMG presents findings related to a study of the causes and impact of complexity affecting large companies. The pace of change and global interconnections in business have resulted in increasing complexity, creating significant risk management challenges for companies. Increased risks to manage emerged as one of the greatest challenges created by complexity, according to the study.

Jan 3, 2011

Enterprise Risk Management in Higher Education

Explore how universities can strengthen risk oversight to address challenges from economic volatility, shifting strategies, and emerging risks in higher education governance.

Jan 1, 2011

Shareholders Push Boards to Manage Social and Environmental Risks

Shareholder demands for better management of social and environmental risks are rising. Learn how boards can enhance ESG governance and align with evolving investor expectations and regulatory changes.

Dec 21, 2010

2010 Report on ERM

Discover the state of enterprise-wide risk oversight in organizations based on a survey of 460 senior executives. The report uncovers the immaturity of ERM processes, dissatisfaction with risk reporting, and the influence of COSO's ERM framework. Explore key findings and insights into improving risk management practices.

Dec 21, 2010

Board Risk Oversight – A Progress Report

Discover insights from COSO and Protiviti's survey on board risk oversight, revealing gaps in maturity and strategies for aligning risk management with organizational goals and improving reporting.

Dec 2, 2010

Corporate Directors Survey Clarifies Current Board Risk Management Practices

Discover insights from PwC’s 2010 Corporate Directors Survey, revealing board views on risk oversight, crisis planning, compensation risks, and strategic planning priorities.

Dec 1, 2010

Five Secrets to Achieve Effective Risk Management

Discover Protiviti's five essential strategies to position risk management as a strategic asset. Learn how to align risk culture, set appropriate incentives, and engage the board in effective risk oversight.

Dec 1, 2010

Board Risk Oversight: Insights from Recent Proxy Disclosures

Discover key findings from Deloitte’s analysis of board risk oversight disclosures, emphasizing transparency, strategic alignment, and fostering a risk-aware culture through proactive board practices.

Nov 15, 2010

Intensifying Dialogue on Risk and Strategy: A Banking Perspective

A 2010 study by the Bank Governance Leadership Network identifies steps for enhancing risk governance in banks, including strengthening risk appetite definitions and improving board-management engagement.

Oct 1, 2010

Guidelines for Effective Risk Oversight

ICGN’s Guidelines highlight board accountability in risk oversight, investor evaluation of board effectiveness, and disclosure practices essential for robust corporate risk management strategies.