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Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance

An Interactive 3-Day Training Course

Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance

How Your Corporation is Managed, Commanded & Controlled

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Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
05 - 07 Oct 2026 Riyadh $ 3,950

Course Summary

Effective corporate governance is essential for organisations seeking sustainable performance, ethical conduct, and long-term value creation. This training course explores the integration of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), enabling professionals to understand how these elements collectively strengthen organisational resilience and accountability. The Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course provides a comprehensive understanding of governance frameworks, risk structures, and compliance mechanisms, supporting organisations in building trust while enhancing operational performance and integrity.

Participants will examine how governance components interact to support decision-making, risk mitigation, and organisational alignment with strategic objectives. The training course emphasises the practical application of risk-based approaches in compliance and internal audit, ensuring that organisations remain agile and responsive to evolving challenges. The Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills required to align GRC functions effectively and drive improved governance performance across complex business environments.

Skills & Competencies

From this Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Corporate governance framework development
  • Risk assessment and analysis capability
  • Compliance strategy implementation
  • Internal audit alignment skills
  • GRC integration and coordination
  • Strategic decision-making in governance

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course, you will learn to:

  • Align governance, risk, and compliance structures effectively.
  • Improve risk management and expand compliance functions.
  • Support the formation of governance committees.
  • Apply GRC principles, rules, and frameworks.
  • Provide assurance across governance and compliance activities.

How You Will Learn

Participants will explore governance, risk, and compliance concepts through structured discussions, practical examples, and applied exercises. Learning focuses on understanding frameworks, analysing risk scenarios, and strengthening alignment between governance functions. Emphasis is placed on translating GRC principles into actionable practices that enhance organisational performance and accountability.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals involved in governance, risk management, compliance, and organisational oversight functions. It supports both technical and non-technical roles across industries seeking to strengthen governance effectiveness.

This Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Directors, managers, and governance professionals
  • Board members and strategic planners
  • Legal advisors and corporate secretaries
  • Risk, compliance, and internal audit managers
  • Finance professionals supporting GRC functions
Course Outline
Day 1

Corporate Governance, GRC Integration & Risk Foundations

This day introduces corporate governance principles, board responsibilities, and the integration of risk, compliance, and internal audit. It also explores foundational risk management concepts and frameworks. The topics covered will include:  

  • Corporate governance definition, concept, rules and principles
  • Barriers and obstacles to enforcing corporate governance and implementation in practice
  • Board committees, roles and responsibilities and audit committee responsibilities
  • Role of the board in strengthening governance processes
  • Relationship between risk management, compliance and internal audit and how to overcome overlaps
  • Cooperation and collaboration among the three lines (risk, compliance and internal audit)
  • Risk management fundamental concepts, universe and principles
  • Risk management framework, policies, methodologies and infrastructure
  • Limitations of traditional approaches to risk management
Day 2

Risk Management Tools, Methodologies & Enterprise Risk Landscape

This day focuses on risk tools, methodologies, and the broader enterprise risk landscape. Participants explore different risk categories and techniques for risk identification and assessment. The topics covered will include:  

  • Key performance indicators (KPI) versus key risk indicators (KRI)
  • Risk register development and implementation
  • Risk control self-assessment (RCSA)
  • Role and responsibilities of risk champions
  • Business continuity planning versus disaster recovery planning
  • Financial risk, credit risk and liquidity risk
  • Operational risk and non-compliance risk
  • Systematic risk versus systemic risk
  • Political risk, sovereign risk and country risk
  • Strategic risk, legal risk and reputational risk
  • Fraud risk, ethical behavior risk and criminal behavior risk
  • ESG, digital, cyber and technology risks
Day 3

Risk-Based Compliance, Internal Audit & Strategic Governance

This day explores risk-based compliance, internal audit transformation, and strategic governance practices. Participants examine fraud control, audit methodologies, and organisational strategy alignment. The topics covered will include:  

  • Compliance new approach and risk-based compliance
  • Role, duties, objectives and profile of a compliance officer
  • Money laundering and terrorist financing threats and methods
  • Risk-based internal auditing methodology and transition from system-based to risk-based audit
  • Risk-based audit approach and auditing the control environment
  • Controlling fraud using fraud triangle and fraud diamond
  • OMBUDS process (whistleblowing)
  • Auditing corporate governance
  • Business plan versus strategic plan and strategic management
  • Risks in focus and organizational response strategies
  • Business and financial lessons learned and governance improvement  
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this in-house training course enables organisations to align governance, risk, and compliance practices with internal policies, regulatory environments, and strategic priorities. Customisation ensures that participants address real organisational challenges, strengthening GRC integration and improving decision-making, accountability, and operational resilience.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Certificate in Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course:

  • Stronger governance frameworks and structures
  • Improved risk identification and mitigation
  • Enhanced compliance effectiveness
  • Better internal audit alignment
  • Increased organisational accountability
  • More agile strategic decision-making
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Frequently Asked Question

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Participants include professionals from public sector, semi-government, and private sector organisations, across a wide range of roles and industries. Attendees range from administrative and operational professionals to technical specialists, managers, and senior decision-makers.

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email [email protected] . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

If you would like further information about these training courses, our team is available to provide professional guidance and support. We are pleased to assist with course selection, the registration process, and any other related enquiries.

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