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Enterprise Risk Management Capstone

*Taken after the completion of core courses.

The application of ERM to navigate real-world organizational challenges, options, and opportunities is paramount. Engage in a project applying ERM principles and techniques to real-world issues to advance strategy. Formulate and communicate recommendations to a range of stakeholders.

A directed study course consisting of an applied research project that concerns a special topic of interest to an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) professional/student. The course is designed to incorporate program concepts learned throughout the program and beyond. Projects will demonstrate an understanding of ERM’s cross-functionality and its impact across the organization. The project generally culminates with a written paper and presentation that involves identifying a range of challenges and options and identifying choices made within those options.

  • Credits: 3 credits
  • Course ID: ERM 799

What You'll Learn

Connect the application of multiple ERM principles, techniques, and effective practices to improved outcomes through a specific context and project.
Manage and influence systems leading to informed decisions that enhance performance.
Design and assess ERM recommendations that promote forward-looking strategies aligned with purpose.
Demonstrate how to identify, receive, and apply communication strategies that advance a risk-aware culture for a range of stakeholders.
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Course FAQs

What is asynchronous?
Asynchronous learning means that the instructor and the students in the course all engage with the course content at different times (and from different locations). The instructor provides students with a sequence of units which the students move through as their schedules permit.
What is the course structure?
Courses are offered fully online and are asynchronous. There is an optional, live interactive session offered weekly so students can engage with one another and with the faculty member. 

How long is each course?
Our mini-sessions (or terms) are 7.5 weeks long, and courses are offered in each mini. Each semester consists of 2 mini-sessions.
How many courses can I take in a mini-term?
We have structured our courses so students can take one course at a time; this is especially important for students balancing full-time employment. We do permit students to take a maximum of two courses in 1 mini-term (i.e. 6 credits over a 7.5 week period). While taking more than two courses in one semester may seem appealing, these online accelerated courses can be difficult to manage, especially while working full-time. In addition, taking more than one course in a mini session could cause conflicts in your weekly live sessions (i.e. they could be offered on the same day and time). 

What is a part-time course load vs. a full-time course load?
Part-time in SPS is defined as 3 credits (1 course) per semester, and full-time is defined as 6 or more credits (2 or more courses) per semester. Every course at SPS is 3 credits.
How fast can I earn a master's degree?
You can finish an SPS program in as little as 16 months if you take a course every mini semester*. If you need more time, that's okay too! We offer flexibility so you can go your own pace.

*This is for 30 credit hour programs only.