Class Theory and Risk Management

To proportionate knowledge of what is a risk, in its several life and organisational occurrences, as well as the methodologies to reduce it. It will be stressed the importance of the issue in all decision-making processes.

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Historical perspective on risk What was considered risk in ancient times? Modern perspectives on risk Several theories and approach Risk definition The understanding and explanations of the different risk definitions.   Risk management Organisational risk management, security risk management and other uses Risk analysis Tools and difference between qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The risk and the decision-making process (DMP) The uncertainty and its relationship with risk Risk and security Risk, as a fundamental support to the security DMP Standards and international norms Legal issues  The importance of risk management in the organisation

Emphasis in critical thinking and effective communication.

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