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Poole College of Management
Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

Risk Monitoring and Communications

Jan 4, 2009

Risk Mis-Management

Explore how VaR models revolutionized risk measurement in finance, their appeal and limitations, and why firms must pair them with human judgment to navigate unpredictable risks effectively. Read more!

Jan 1, 2009

Limitations of Traditional Risk Models in Forecasting Risk

The current economic crisis has upset many common assumptions about the global financial system and shaken investor confidence. While there are unique aspects to this crisis, it is important to understand that severe economic crises in general are not rare events. Traditional methods of modeling risk often fail to reflect the frequency of declines and when these declines will occur. It is important for investors to rely on more than the output from traditional risk models in assessing the potential risk associated with investments.

Dec 1, 2008

S&P’s ERM Reviews for Non-Financial Issuers – Where Do We Stand?

S&P’s credit reviews now assess ERM practices in nonfinancial companies. This AICPA brief details how S&P evaluates risk culture and strategic data use in its credit rating process. Discover the new ERM criteria.

Nov 1, 2008

Improving Board Risk Oversight

Boards face challenges in risk oversight as business risks evolve. Explore strategies to improve board governance, align risk perspectives, and foster collaboration across departments.

Sep 30, 2008

The Changing Role of the Finance Organization

Discover how finance organizations tackle global risks through shared services, integrated ERM, and enterprise performance management, based on findings from over 350 finance executives worldwide.

Sep 30, 2008

The Audit Committee Journey: Charting Gains, Gaps, and Oversight Priorities

KPMG’s report reveals audit committees are improving in traditional financial oversight but face challenges in areas like IT risk and overall risk management. Explore the top oversight priorities and where improvements are needed for 2008.

Dec 31, 2007

Assess the Risks – Key Strategies for Overseeing Derivatives

Explore nine key actions for improving mutual fund board oversight of derivatives, including risk assessment, advisor competence, and ongoing monitoring, from PwC’s report on fund management and governance.

Dec 31, 2007

Tax Governance Institute: Tax Risk Management eSurvey

KPMG’s survey reveals growing regulatory pressure on tax risk management, yet only 20% of organizations have formal strategies. Learn why developing a formal tax risk strategy is critical and how CFOs and tax departments can lead this effort.

Dec 1, 2007

Audit Committee Involvement in Risk Oversight

Explore how audit committees are adapting to new ERM oversight responsibilities, as boards push for a top-down view of risks in this AICPA article covering the evolving role of risk governance.

Dec 1, 2007

Reputation Risk Management

Learn how companies can manage reputation risk through enterprise risk management, board oversight, and stakeholder relations. Discover strategies for safeguarding corporate reputation and maintaining a strong public image.