Risk Management, Certificate
Learn how to manage the risks often encountered in the modern and increasingly uncertain business environment that can negatively impact a firm's financial performance.
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Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Risk Management undergraduate certificate description
In the certificate program in risk management, you acquire a solid foundation in the theory and practice of modern risk management.
The concept of enterprise risk management is highlighted at the onset of the curriculum, emphasizing that risks and risk management strategies must be considered holistically at the firm level, not in isolation. Emphasis is placed on identifying, measuring, communicating and managing a variety of risks.
Upon completion of the program, you'll be able to identify and measure a variety of business and financial risks, and design and articulate strategies for managing and communicating those risks.
Why earn a risk management undergraduate certificate at ASU?
Beyond coursework, you can plug into a vibrant campus community, including more than 50 business clubs and organizations connected to the W. P. Carey School of Business. Study abroad opportunities and the broader Phoenix metro business ecosystem open even more ways to build experience.
Courses
This undergraduate certificate includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The certificate requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the certificate, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The certificate in risk management requires 18 credit hours with at least 12 upper division credits. To receive the certificate, students must complete all courses with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better.
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BUS 434 Business Risk Management
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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BUS 436 Frontiers in Risk Management
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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FIN 300 Fundamentals of Finance
or
FIN 302 Managerial Finance
or
FIN 303 Honors Finance
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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9 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 9 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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Enrollment requirements
The certificate program in risk management is open to all students.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
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Careers this risk management undergraduate certificate prepares you for
Graduates can advance their career options with an undergraduate certificate in risk management, with competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills acquired in their majors.
Many graduates pursue roles in compliance and management. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Morrison School of Agribusiness
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SANTN 230F
wpcarey.morrison@asu.edu
480-727-1586
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