Risk Management
2025/2026
Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module
The module adds to the knowledge obtained in Risk Analysis.Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
Students who complete the module:
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Know the definitions of risk (and uncertainty)
- Have knowledge about qualitative and quantitative assessment of risk.
- Have a basic knowledge of probability theory related to risk.
- Understand basic concepts such as thresholds and acceptable risk.
- Have an understanding for risk management plans.
- Understand the basic mechanisms behind different risk perceptions and its implications. for risk management and risk communication.
- Understand the importance of risk assessment and understand the importance of economic considerations regarding risk management.
Skills
- Are able to use correct terminology for risk management.
- Can evaluate existent risk management plans and response strategies.
- Are able to identify, analyse and prioritize risks.
Competences
- Can apply the principles behind risk management to undertake risk analyses and formulate response strategies.
Type of instruction
Lectures, discussion, group-based project work, student presentations.
Extent and expected workload
The module is 5 ECTS which is corresponding to 150 hours of study.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Risk Management |
| Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Additional information
Contact information for Dewan Ahsan: dah@sam.sdu.dk. Web: www.sdu.dk/ansat/dah
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Risikostyring |
| Module code | B-RSK-K2-5 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Autumn and Spring
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Esbjerg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Education owner | Master of Science (MSc) in Technology (Risk and Safety Management) |
| Study Board | Study Board of Built Environment |
| Department | Department of the Built Environment |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Engineering and Science |
