Qualified Risk Directors® play a vital role on corporate boards by equipping them with the expertise and tools necessary to navigate complex risk environments effectively. Qualified Risk Directors® focus on the positive governance of risk-taking®, which signifies their deep understanding of risk governance and their commitment to continuous innovation. Their strategic insight helps boards integrate advanced risk governance frameworks, enhancing decision-making and organizational resilience. By fostering a culture of risk-informed decision-making and promoting diverse perspectives, Qualified Risk Directors® ensure that boards are well-prepared to address regulatory complexities, drive strategic initiatives, and maintain public trust.
Any board governing in a complex business environment like that we face in today's world needs Qualified Risk Directors® to ably fulfill the Duty of Care around innovation and resiliency. Learn more below or contact us.
QRD - Qualified Risk Director®
The Qualified Risk Director® is an esteemed designation granted exclusively by the DCRO Institute. It honors those with the exceptional capability to align corporate strategy with the advanced governance of risk-taking®. This designation is awarded to seasoned board members and senior executives from various industries and regions who pass a rigorous evaluation.
To earn the right to use this designation, we assess your professional experience, expertise in risk governance, proven leadership, and educational qualifications. Candidates must demonstrate extensive proficiency across all four criteria to receive approval.
Start your path by clicking the button below and completing the Qualified Risk Director® self-assessment. Next, enroll in and fulfill the requirements of The Board Members Course on Risk® to earn the Certificate in Risk Governance®.
Qualified Risk Directors® are leaders in boardrooms and C-suites on six continents and dozens of countries. More than half of those permitted to use the designation are women, reflecting our deep commitment to diversity in many forms in boardrooms and C-suites worldwide. This is an elite group, and we invite you to get to know them.
Speak to us about your career goals, and we can help you develop a plan for executive or board ascendancy.
Begin your journey toward the Qualified Risk Director® designation with our self-assessment.