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Risk Management Minor or Certificate

About the Risk Management Minor or Certificate

If you excel at recognizing preventable hazards, enjoy analyzing and assessing situations, and are concerned about unnecessary property loss or personal injury, a rewarding career as a high-demand risk management professional may be the perfect fit for you. The RMM will prepare and allow you to sit for the nationally recognized Associate in Risk Management (ARM™) designation exams immediately after completing the RMM courses. The ARM designation will be a vital, value-added component to your CWU degree. It will make you more attractive to employers and enhance your potential for career advancement.

Why Study Risk Management at CWU?

Our 100% online program will allow you to build a strong foundation in the science of risk management.

You will gain practical skills to avoid, reduce, and manage risk, and to develop and implement a balanced hazard risk financing strategy using retention, transfer, and hybrid strategies.

Where is this program offered?

• Online

How much does this program cost?

Explore information on Cost, Aid, and Value to make an informed decision about investing in your education at CWU.

Where can I find more information?

Please visit the CWU Academic Catalog for current information about admission requirements, course descriptions, learner outcomes, and credit information.

Minor or Certificate?

Ultimately, the decision between a minor and a certificate depends on your goals. Minors are often chosen to enhance a major. Certificates, on the other hand, tend to have a more practical orientation that is directly applicable to the job market or industry demands. Connect with Academic Advising to make an informed decision.

Highlights

You can pursue a risk management career in industries spanning from construction to aviation and insurance.  As stated by The Risk Management Society, $120,000 is the median annual base salary for those working in the risk management field.