Risk Management in Commercial Banking

Real-world training designed for working professionals.

The Risk Management in Commercial Banking course offered by Marquette Business Executive Education immerses participants in risk management and evaluation scenarios faced by banks. With a focus on the overall governance structure 鈥� the very structure used by financial institutions to determine the risks institutions face 鈥� participants will deepen their understanding of risk magnitude evaluation, explore risk mediation methods and learn to build necessary controls.

This program equips participants with essential skills, mindsets and tools to navigate risk and lead themselves, others and the business effectively.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand key risks banks face today
  2. How to 鈥渞isk assess鈥� a function, process or event (inherent, residual and risk mitigation)
  3. Explore the role/scope of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in banks
  4. Learn techniques to identify, manage, measure and mitigate financial, credit and operational risks

Risk Management

  • Overview of risk management
  • Coverage
  • Risk measurement and evaluation
  • Risk appetite
  • Governance and policies
  • Control environment

Financial Risks

  • Interest rate risk management
  • Capital risk
  • Liquidity risk and reserve requirements

Credit Risk Management & Other Risks

  • Operational risk
  • Technology/cyber risk
  • Compliance/regulatory risk
  • Reputation risk and strategic risk
  • Stress testing

Program Highlights

  • Expert-led learning
  • Rooted in Marquette鈥檚 core values
  • Nationally ranked programs
  • Timely, applicable topics

Program Details 

  • Dates: October 19 - November 13, 2026
  • Format: Asynchronous online
  • Time commitment: 4 weeks (16 hours)
  • Cost: $750

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Marquette Business Executive Education provides customizable, expert-led professional development opportunities for professionals and business leaders. To inquire about invoicing, program details or customized training, please email executiveeducation@marquette.edu.