Risk Management
Universities and research institutions are vital to their communities, fostering innovation and providing essential services. To maintain their ability to deliver these services effectively, it is crucial for these institutions to prioritise risk prevention. Implementing robust risk management strategies helps reduce uncertainty and makes potential losses more manageable.
At Unimutual, we understand the unique risks that universities and research institutions face, which is why we provide tailored risk prevention programs designed to address these challenges.
Our comprehensive approach combines expert advice, training, and resources to empower our Members in identifying and mitigating risks proactively. By fostering a culture of risk awareness and prevention, we enable our Members to focus on their core missions of education and research, confident in their ability to navigate potential challenges.
With Unimutual as your partner, you can strengthen your institution’s resilience and safeguard its future.
Risk management training, tools and resources
A key component to ensuring staff possess the skills to better manage risks in teaching, learning, research and operations is the provision of targeted training services.
Unimutual provides higher education specific training programs to members interested in increasing awareness of risk issues and providing staff with the tools they need to control the risks which may threaten strategic and operational objectives.
Training programs available to members include:
- Induction Seminar for Risk Management Committee Member
- An Introduction to University Business Continuity Planning
- An Introduction to Enterprise Risk Management Programs
- A Practical Guide to University Risk Identification
- Freezer/Cold Room Seminar
Risk consulting services for Members include:
Emerging Risk Notices
Updates on new risks in the higher education sector
Risk Program Reviews
Expert reviews of risk related programs and projects
Risk Engineering Services
Underwriter inspections of buildings and infrastructure for improved loss control
Staff Mentoring Program
Direct developmental support of recently appointed staff in risk, OHS or insurance roles in your institution
