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The Global Programme in Enterprise Risk Management (GPERM) is a 12-month on-campus residential postgraduate-level joint certification course offered jointly by the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management Pune (SIBM Pune) and the Institute of Risk Management's (IRM, headquartered in the UK) India Affiliate. The IRM, established in 1986, is the world’s leading certifying body for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) education across 140 countries. While SIBM Pune is a constituent of SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL (DEEMED UNIVERSITY) - SIU. Established in 1978, SIBM Pune is one of the premier B-Schools in India and is consistently ranked among the top 10 B-Schools in the country.

In today's rapidly shifting environment, organisations face an unprecedented spectrum of risks. From the complexities of Artificial Intelligence and intricate supply chain disruptions to the challenges posed by geopolitical volatility, fake news, and climate change, the stakes have never been higher. The uncertainty and risk have increased exponentially amid the ongoing tariff wars. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations, along with unique vulnerabilities such as financial sustainability and succession planning-particularly in start-ups and family-owned enterprises-add further layers of risk. Navigating this landscape of uncertainties demands more than reactive strategies - it calls for a new generation of leaders equipped with holistic, risk-intelligent thinking.

Exclusively designed for fresh graduates from any discipline with 0 to 2 years of experience, this internationally benchmarked programme focuses on enabling you to make well-informed risk-reward decisions. By offering a complete, resilient, and integrated view of both potential upsides and downsides across an entire enterprise, the curriculum empowers you to face uncertainty with confidence.

The course explores every facet of ERM - from establishing robust frameworks and effective risk governance, to precise risk identification, quantification, and balanced decision-making with clear risk messaging. You will also learn to develop tailored risk mitigation plans through modules on risk assessment and response - encompassing scenario planning, diversification, and cutting-edge tools for early warning systems. This dynamic approach equips you with an advanced toolkit of risk management skills that add value at both the organisational and departmental levels.

The curriculum blends risk and management subjects, integrating traditional and emerging risk areas with essential managerial skills, leadership development, and strategic thinking. The programme emphasises learning through classroom teaching, real-world case studies, hands-on simulations including IRM India's GOER - Game of Enterprise Risk®, masterclasses by industry experts and collaborative projects. This fosters not only analytical abilities but also the communication skills needed to drive and advocate for risk-based strategies across various functions.

Esteemed faculty members and industry experts including Chief Risk Officers bring a rich mix of global best practices and local insights to the classroom, ensuring a learning experience that is both rigorous and relevant. Practical training ensures you can not only identify and quantify risks but also implement decisive measures to minimise their impact - transforming potential challenges into strategic opportunities. All risk management courses are delivered through a blended model, combining core academic lectures with industry-led sessions by Indian and international leaders across sectors, in person and virtually. These sessions form part of the academic credits, bridging classroom knowledge with real-world application. To enrich experiential learning, the programme features simulation-based exercises where students protect hypothetical companies from internal uncertainties and external shocks - building resilience through teamwork, strategic thinking, and collaborative problem-solving.

Unlike conventional risk management approaches that focus mainly on compliance, internal controls, and standard operating procedures, this programme adopts a comprehensive and strategic perspective. It demonstrates how a deeper understanding of risk can enhance and preserve enterprise value. You will master internationally recognised standards and frameworks such as IRM, ISO, COSO, and TCFD, and gain a sound understanding of global risk regulations, equipping you to manage both internal and external risks more effectively.

Beyond academic excellence, the vibrant campus environment at SIBM Pune at Lavale encourages peer-to-peer interactions and networking-crucial for building a lasting professional network. This collaborative setting prepares you to confidently navigate complex business environments and champion risk-based decision-making across diverse sectors including financial services, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, retail, telecommunications, real estate, government, risk consulting, due diligence, forensics, aviation, and gaming.

By the end of this transformative 12-month journey, you will emerge with a joint certification from two pioneering institutes - a testament to your expertise in enterprise risk management. You will be ready to lead, inspire, and make strategic decisions that drive sustainable growth in an ever-evolving global landscape.

To be eligible for admission to the Global Programme in Enterprise Risk Management (GPERM), applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Educational Qualification: A graduate from any discipline (engineering, commerce, business, law, accounting and others) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university or institution.
  • Work Experience: 0 to 2 years of full-time work experience (fresh graduates are encouraged to apply).
  • Entrance Assessment: A minimum score of 60% in Risk Management Aptitude Test (RMAT®) conducted by the IRM India online.
  • Personal Interview: Successful completion of a personal interview assessing communication skills, career goals, and suitability for the programme.

Pedagogy at SIBM Pune is a mix of many methodologies. Apart from the usual classroom sessions, there is a conscious effort to make the sessions interactive by using case studies and references of latest developments in the relevant field. In addition, students are encouraged to undertake multiple projects to hone their research and analytical skills. Latest tools and techniques like Business Simulations are used wherever possible. Guest lectures are organized by inviting leading corporate executives, especially from the alumni pool and risk professionals. Students will also get exposure to live projects and industrial visits. They will have access to various learning resources, collaborative research books and the Virtual Learning Portal of IRM India Affiliate. This portal hosts case studies, international pre-recorded sessions and several other learning resources. More importantly, students will have a unique opportunity of global immersion at the Dubai campus of SIU. This will be optional opportunity and will involve payment of additional fees over and above the course fee.

  • To equip students with a strong foundation in enterprise risk management and core business functions, applicable across corporates, start-ups, and family-owned businesses.
  • To make students capable of identifying, assessing, and supporting the development of mitigation strategies for a wide range of risks across sectors, while applying strategic thinking, analytical reasoning, complex problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and effective stakeholder communication to deliver value in dynamic business environments.
  • To foster resilience and cultivate risk intelligence, empowering students to navigate uncertainty and convert risks into strategic opportunities.
  • To help students gain a comprehensive understanding of both Indian and global risk regulations, frameworks, and standards, with the ability to apply risk-based decision-making in real-world scenarios.

Particular
Date
Online RMAT® Registration Commences
September 17, 2025
Online RMAT® Registration Closes
December 15, 2025
Online RMAT® Computer Base Test (CBT) 2025
December 22, 2025
Online RMAT® Result
December 22, 2025
SIBM Pune - IMPORTANT DATES
Declaration of shortlist for personal interview
December 22, 2025
Schedule for personal interview (Online)
December 24, 2025
Declaration of First merit list and first wait list
January 3, 2025
Last date for payment of fees for the first merit list
January 16, 2025
Programme Commencement
January 30, 2026

Admissions Process: GPERM

  • Step 1: Registration on Symbiosis Application Portal
    • The Global Programme in Enterprise Risk Management (GPERM), India's First and Only one-year full-time residential programme by SIBM Pune in collaboration with the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) India Affiliate, follows a rigorous and structured admission process. The process is designed to select candidates with a strong aptitude for strategic thinking, business acumen, and risk-based decision-making. The journey begins with online registration and progresses through a structured evaluation process.

  • Step 2: Risk Management Aptitude Test (RMAT®)
    • The RMAT® link and password will be shared via email by SIBM Pune to your registered email address on 8th November 2025 at 11:30 AM IST. Please note that the link will be activated only as per the scheduled date and time. You are required to enter your credentials - name, mobile number, and email address - exactly as provided during your initial registration on the Symbiosis application portal failing which you will not be able to proceed further.
    • Date: 9th November
    • Time: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM IST
    • Mode: Proctored Online, Desktop with Hi-Speed Internet Recommended
    • Duration: 30 minutes
    • Score & Validity: You will receive your score immediately upon completion of the test; 3 months from the date of result
    • Pattern:
      • 25 MCQs (10 marks each)
      • 1 Essay question (carrying no marks but evaluated during the Personal Interview, if shortlisted)
    • Knowledge & Skills Tested:
      • Logical Reasoning
      • Data Interpretation
      • Business Fundamentals
      • Strategic Thinking
      • Risk–Reward Analysis
      • Risk-Based Decision-Making

  • Step 3: Shortlisting for Personal Interview (PI)
    • Candidates must secure a minimum of 60% in RMAT® to be eligible for the Personal Interview (PI) round. Thereafter, based on their RMAT® performance and the number of applications received, shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for the PI round.

  • Step 4: Personal Interview (PI)
    • The interview panel will assess communication skills, profile fitment, career goals, diversity and current affairs. Essay responses from RMAT® shall also be discussed.

  • Step 5: Final Selection
    • Admission offers to the GPERM programme are made based on a holistic evaluation that combines performance in both the Risk Management Aptitude Test (RMAT®) and the Personal Interview (PI).
    • This composite score reflects not just aptitude, but also a candidate’s readiness and potential to thrive in a global, risk-oriented leadership environment.

  • Important Instructions
    1. In all correspondence with SIBM -Pune, candidates must mention their Online RMAT® ID, legible name, email id, contact telephone number (with STD code) if applicable and address with PIN Code.
    2. Applicants are advised to refer to our website for updated information. No separate communication will be sent.
    3. Authorised Online RMAT® Admit Card must be produced for appearing in the selection process.
    4. Short-listed candidates for Step II (PI) will be announced on SIBM Pune's website as per the schedule published
    5. Merit list will be published on the SIBM, Pune website as per the schedule published
    6. All enquiries related to admission can be made to Landline Number:- 02028116008/76/77 
      Email id: gperm@sibmpune.edu.in

With over 2 million emerging job opportunities across risk and risk-related roles, the demand for qualified risk intelligent leaders has never been greater. As businesses navigate a complex landscape shaped by global disruptions, technological innovation, regulatory shifts, and sustainability imperatives, organisations are actively seeking talent equipped with enterprise risk management capabilities. Graduates of the Global Programme in Enterprise Risk Management (GPERM) jointly certified by SIBM and IRM are uniquely positioned to pursue diverse career paths across sectors and geographies. From start-ups and family-run enterprises to multinational corporations and consulting firms, risk management skills are becoming central to strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. Risk is also universal - it transcends borders and is not confined by any one country’s legal framework. With globalisation, interconnected supply chains, and shared challenges like climate change and cybersecurity, professionals are needed in every corner of the world to anticipate, respond to, and manage uncertainty.

Key Career Functions:

  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  • Start-up / Family Business Risk Management
  • AI Risk Management
  • Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Cyber Risk Management
  • Project Risk Management
  • Climate Risk and Sustainability Risk
  • ESG Risk Management
  • Operational and Strategic Risk Management
  • Reputational Risk Management
  • Mergers and Acquisitions / Deals Risk Management
  • Financial and Market Risk Analysis
  • Fraud Risk Management
  • Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management
  • Risk Analytics and Reporting
  • Risk Consulting and Advisory Services
  • Risk-Based Internal Audit
  • Regulatory and Risk Compliance
  • Risk-Based Due Diligence and Forensics
  • Crisis and Business Continuity Planning
  • Technology and IT Risk Management
  • Product and Innovation Risk
  • Risk Governance and Risk Culture Enablement
  • Working under a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) or Risk Function

Key Sectors You Can Work In:

  • Financial Services and Banking
  • Technology and Cybersecurity
  • Manufacturing and Industrial Goods
  • Energy and Utilities
  • Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Real Estate and Infrastructure
  • Consulting and Advisory Firmst
  • Government and Public Policy
  • Aviation, Logistics, and Transportation

Top Countries Where Risk Professionals Are in Demand:

  • India
  • Singapore
  • United Arab Emirates (UAE) / Middle East
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
  • Hong Kong
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Germany
  • Netherlands
  • South Africa

Whether you aim to specialise in a domain like cybersecurity, climate policy, or financial regulation, or work across cross-functional roles in consulting or internal strategy, this programme builds a strong foundation to thrive in a risk-centric economy. As risk continues to evolve into a strategic pillar of modern business, GPERM graduates are equipped not just for jobs - but for future-proof, impact-driven careers across industries, regions, and disciplines.

SIBM Pune

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune is a constituent of SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL (DEEMED UNIVERSITY) - SIU. Established in 1978, SIBM Pune is one of the premier B-Schools in India and is consistently ranked among the top 10 B-Schools in the country. SIBM Pune is recognized for its excellence in academics and its valuable contributions to industry and society and students. SIBM Pune is a member of EFMD & EFMD Global network. SIU has been ranked amongst top 50 Universities in India by NIRF, Government of India. The University has also been ranked among the top 250 Universities in Asia and top 150 in BRICS by QS World University rankings survey 2018. SIBM Pune has been ranked 13th in Management category amongst all the B Schools in India by National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF), Government of India in 2024. The institute was also awarded 'Gold' Star by the QS Star University Rating 2018. The essential strong pillars of SIBM Pune are its illustrious alumni, exemplary students, full time faculty and numerous visiting faculty members from the corporate and industry. SIBM Pune is a student driven institute. The students' council consists of ten teams, which you could check out by clicking the Students' Council tab.

The students' council organizes a number of events, management competitions as well as cultural and sports activities like Coffee with SIBM, Arcturus, Imperio, National Alumni Meet, Transcend, The Blueprint, Entrepreneurship Summit, Sports Conclave, PRoelio and many more. SIBM Pune ensures that its alumni stay well connected with the college. Several events are organized wherein the alumni interact with the students and share their corporate experiences. SIBM Pune’s student orientation pays off rich dividends in the number and nature of the accolades won by students in various national and international competitions

Programmes offered:

  • A two years full time MBA programme with options to specialize in Marketing, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Human Resource and Data Analytics (Admission through SNAP)
  • A two-year full-time MBA programme in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. (Admission through SNAP)
  • Executive MBA programme for working professional offered during weekends.
  • Management Development Programmes for corporates as per the requirements of the corporate houses.

The IRM and IRM India Affiliate

The Institute of Risk Management (headquartered in the UK), established in 1986, is the world's leading professional certifying body for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) qualifications, training, and examinations. IRM has been driving excellence for over 35 years across 143 countries. IRM-qualified professionals are trusted advisors and leaders across sectors, serving in roles from risk analysts to Chief Risk Officers, contributing to stronger governance and resilience around the globe.

IRM India Affiliate is at the forefront of building a risk-intelligent nation. With a mission to embed risk thinking across sectors and industries, it offers globally recognised ERM qualifications, corporate training programmes, academic collaborations, and thought leadership initiatives tailored to India’s evolving risk landscape. From boardrooms to classrooms, IRM India Affiliate collaborates with leading institutions, government bodies, regulators, and organisations to develop next-generation risk leaders equipped to navigate uncertainty and drive strategic resilience. Backed by a growing network of qualified Chief Risk Officers, industry experts, and certified professionals, and supported by an expansive alumni base, IRM India Affiliate is cultivating a vibrant community committed to strengthening risk culture and positioning ERM as a critical driver of performance, innovation, and sustainability. Whether you're a student, professional, entrepreneur, or policymaker, IRM India Affiliate empowers you to anticipate risks, seize opportunities, and contribute to building a more resilient India - and world.

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
Gram: Lavale, Tal: Mulshi
Dist: Pune-412115
In case of any query please email us
gperm@sibmpune.edu.in
020-61936000