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Which type of risk involves the potential for loss due to a borrower's failure to repay a loan?
Which type of risk involves the potential for loss due to a borrower's failure to repay a loan?
What does risk management primarily involve?
What does risk management primarily involve?
Which of the following entities is NOT primarily concerned with risk management?
Which of the following entities is NOT primarily concerned with risk management?
Which of the following best describes the term 'systemic risk'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'systemic risk'?
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In a financial institution, who usually represents the first line of defense in risk management?
In a financial institution, who usually represents the first line of defense in risk management?
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Which type of risk deals with the possibility of losses due to market fluctuations?
Which type of risk deals with the possibility of losses due to market fluctuations?
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What is the primary goal of risk management?
What is the primary goal of risk management?
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Which group primarily evaluates a client's creditworthiness?
Which group primarily evaluates a client's creditworthiness?
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What does liquidity risk refer to?
What does liquidity risk refer to?
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Which of the following does NOT represent a type of market risk?
Which of the following does NOT represent a type of market risk?
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What is an example of how risk management is useful for investors?
What is an example of how risk management is useful for investors?
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Which type of risk can arise from the failure of a financial institution during an economic crisis?
Which type of risk can arise from the failure of a financial institution during an economic crisis?
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Which information is typically NOT analyzed by managers during risk assessment?
Which information is typically NOT analyzed by managers during risk assessment?
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Which type of risk is specifically concerned with operational processes within a financial institution?
Which type of risk is specifically concerned with operational processes within a financial institution?
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What is the primary purpose of risk management in a financial institution?
What is the primary purpose of risk management in a financial institution?
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What does the term 'Black Swan' refer to in the context of risk management?
What does the term 'Black Swan' refer to in the context of risk management?
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Which approach best describes the role of Three Lines of Defence in risk management?
Which approach best describes the role of Three Lines of Defence in risk management?
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What is meant by the term 'materialization of risks'?
What is meant by the term 'materialization of risks'?
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Why is it crucial for risk management models to consider outliers?
Why is it crucial for risk management models to consider outliers?
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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a key learning objective of understanding different types of risk?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a key learning objective of understanding different types of risk?
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Which type of risk is exemplified by events such as the Asian financial crisis or the Covid-19 pandemic?
Which type of risk is exemplified by events such as the Asian financial crisis or the Covid-19 pandemic?
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Study Notes
Module 6: Basics of Risk
- This module covers the fundamental concepts of risk.
- The module includes learning objectives, a road map, and case studies.
Learning Objectives
- Understand what risk is and its various types.
- Understand the role of risk management and for whom it is useful.
- Understand risk mitigation strategies and who is responsible for them.
- Examine real-world examples of risk materialization.
Basics of Risk Management
- Risk management is the process of identifying, quantifying, and monitoring uncertainties.
- Risk management has a strong conceptual connection to the risk-return relationship.
- Identifying who benefits from risk management is an essential part of the process.
Financial Analysis & Capital Markets
- The module incorporates a diagram illustrating the connection between financial analysis, corporate governance, risk management, banking supervision, capital markets and various specific topics.
- There are multiple elements under each category, including sections on corporate governance, financial analysis and business strategy, credit risk, credit rating agencies, investment banking, portfolio theory, mergers and acquisitions, and financial databases.
Modules Topics and Structure
- The module is structured with a road map encompassing sections on what is risk (main types); is risk management useful (for whom?) and materialization of risks and economic crises/case examples.
Case Studies
- 2008 global financial crisis
- Eurozone crisis 2008-2012
- The 2008-2012 recession that affected countries: Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, Italy, Cyprus, and Iceland.
- Financial contagion among banks and nations
Who are the Major Stakeholders?
- It is crucial to understand the relevant stakeholders that can control risk, for example, in a banking system.
Risk Management – Types of Risk
- Credit risk is a significant type of risk.
- Other key types of risks include operational, market, sovereign, concentration, liquidity, strategic and systemic.
Basic Information about Risk
- The traditional definition of risk focuses on exposure to danger and threats; it is usually considered negative.
- Chinese philosophy presents an alternative perspective on risk, highlighting that a crisis contains an opportunity.
Further Topics
- The module discusses modules concerning the three lines of defense (risk management in a financial institution)
- There is discussion about whether risk management is useful and for whom.
- Discussion on the impact of the pandemic on the Cyprus economy (compared to the 2013 crisis)
Nobel Economics Prize
- The Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for 2024, which is important for its relevance to addressing crises caused by pandemics and geopolitical tensions.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of risk in this module. Learn about risk management, its importance, various types of risks, and effective mitigation strategies. This quiz also examines real-world examples and the role of financial analysis in risk management.
