RIMS-CRMP-FED: The Mark of Excellence
for
Federal Government Risk Management Professionals
NEW
YORK (October 30, 2018) — RIMS,
the risk management society™, and the
Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management (AFERM) welcomed the first
class of 65 RIMS-CRMP-FED credential holders at the AFERM Annual Summit in
Washington, D.C.
The new
credential was developed in response to the Office of Management and Budget
Circular A-123 that urges Federal agencies to implement enterprise risk
management to enhance decision-making. RIMS administered a pilot exam on
September 29th and, beginning in 2019, RIMS-CRMP-FED testing will be
available online.
“Government
agencies are under extreme pressure to make critical decisions that directly
impact the lives of their constituents, individuals and families in need and
many other special interest groups,” said AFERM President Peggy Sherry. “With
the RIMS-CRMP-FED, enterprise risk management professionals working in our
Federal government can proudly confirm their specialized skillset and deliver
pertinent information that facilitates confident decision-making. We are proud to
honor these first 65 RIMS-CRMP-FED credential holders and look forward to
building this group in the year ahead.”
“A
strong enterprise risk management program, led by a strong risk professional
can not only help identify emerging risks but, also, make important connections
across the entity to more strategically address them,” said RIMS COO Annette
Homan. “RIMS-CRMP certification holders are invested and committed to their
work and our newly awarded RIMS-CRMP-FED brings that same level of excellence
to the public sector.
“I
would also like to thank AFERM for their support. AFERM Former President Todd
Grams, current Board Member Cynthia Vitters and their current leadership have
been remarkable co-champions of this initiative and we are excited to continue
to strengthen this relationship,” Homan continued.
Launched
2015, the RIMS-CRMP certification allows risk professionals to formally
demonstrate their expertise, professional achievement and qualifications. With its online
accessibility, it gives risk management professionals from around the world an
opportunity to confirm their commitment to professional excellence. To apply
for the exam or for more information, visit www.RIMS.org/certification.
About AFERM
AFERM is the only professional association solely
dedicated to the advancement of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in the Federal
government through thought leadership, education and collaboration. AFERM
provides programs and education about benefits, tools and leading practices of
Federal ERM and collaborates with other organizations and stakeholders to
encourage the establishment of ERM in Federal departments and agencies. For
more information about AFERM, visit www.AFERM.org.