Advice about Risk Management

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I haven't worked for a number of years since having DC. Some one mentioned I should do a Risk Management course as there is a real demand in this area. Have researched and I can do an online course which would take around 9mnths. Just wondered if any one out there works in Risk Managaement and whether it's something they would recommend. How easy is it to find a job after the course and would anyone be willing to take on a 43yr old without any experience?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Hi I don't work in risk management myself but know a bit about IT risk management and there are jobs in that area. If i were you i'd look on the popular job websites for Risk Mgt positions, look for the qualifications required for the roles. Do they match the course your doing? Join linkedin and start a building your professional network. Also if it is IT risk management you are talking about I'd advise doing the ITIL foundation course in additional to whatever you are doing. good luck

Thanks sleep. Will take your advice.

The problem is that with Risk Management the stakes are high if you make a mistake. It's not an ideal area to be a novice. In the absence of an ideal candidate, employers would be more likely to take someone with in depth knowledge of their industry and associated risks and pay for their training in risk management. Often that means someone already within the company.
I have an MSc but would still struggle to transfer industries due to this mentality.
Is there an industry with which you are very familiar? Perhaps if you targeted those kinds of employers you may find it easier.
Your OP does imply (apologies if this is not correct) that you are considering it because you think there are jobs, rather than any interest or knowledge. I always think this is dangerous. It can be tedious, bureaucratic and highly political. You need detailed knowledge of legislation and often have to make unpopular decisions. You need to be a good negotiator and communicator and be quite strong-willed as there are many pressures. It's not for everyone. There are obviously positives too!

I don't mean to be discouraging, just make sure you consider everything before taking the plunge as courses can be very expensive!