MANAGEMENT

BUISENESS MANAGEMENT

RISK MANAGEMENT

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Defines risk as an effect of uncertainty on objectives. Note that an effect may be positive, negative, or a deviation from the expected. Also, an event, a change in circumstances or a consequence
A
ISO Guide 73 ISO 31000
B
Institute of Risk Management (IRM)
C
“Orange Book” from HM Treasury
D
Institute of Internal Auditors
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Risk is now defined as the “effect of uncertainty on objectives”, which focuses on the effect of incomplete knowledge of events or circumstances on an organization’s decision making.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the UK’s Orange Book, risk is defined as the “uncertainty of outcome, whether positive opportunity or negative threat, of actions and events”.

Detailed explanation-3: -As per ISO 31000, risk is “The effect of uncertainty on objectives” whereas risk management is “coordinated activities to direct and control and organization with regard to risk".

Detailed explanation-4: -The definition of risk in ISO 31000 and Guide 73 is: the effect of uncertainty on objectives. The change in definition shifts the emphasis from ‘the event’ (something happens) to ‘the effect’ and, in particular, the effect on objectives.

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