The Global Institute for Risk Management Standards

What The Global Institute for Risk Management Standards does

The Global Institute for Risk Management Standards (G31000), founded in 2009 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is an international not-for-profit organization that serves as the primary education and certification body for the ISO 31000 risk management standard. It operates through four wholly-owned regional entities (Brussels, Dubai/GIRAS, New York, and Singapore) and delivers training in seven languages across 34+ countries via a decentralized network of 142 approved lead trainers. Its customer base spans individual risk professionals, multinational enterprises, governments, and academic institutions.

G31000's product portfolio centers on three layers: (1) individual certifications, including the C31000 Foundation Risk Professional (80-question exam, 75% passing score, ISO/IEC 17024 compliant), CT31000 Lead Trainer, AT31000 Approved Trainer, and Lead Auditor credentials, priced at $2,975-$3,500 per course; (2) the proprietary G31000 Risk Management Maturity Model (RMM), sold for $4,000, which benchmarks organizational practices against ISO 31000 principles; and (3) supporting offerings such as IEC/ISO 31010 techniques training, recertification ($350), specialized tracks in risk-based decision making and auditing, corporate in-house programs, and a three-tier membership (Free, $129, $299). Community infrastructure includes a 94,000+ member LinkedIn group founded in March 2009, an online login and survey platform with Stripe/PayPal payment integration, and an annual conference.

Revenue is generated through a mix of one-time training and certification fees, recurring membership subscriptions, and one-time RMM licensing. GTM is sales-led, leveraging community-led marketing, the LinkedIn group as a top-of-funnel asset, content marketing via g31000.org, the annual conference as a mid-funnel engagement event, and trainer-led delivery as the primary distribution channel. Strategic partnerships with Riskia, Risk Academy, QSP, and Amaris extend the trainer footprint and embed partner principals within G31000 governance. The organization is self-sustaining, with no disclosed funding rounds or external ownership.

Name

The Global Institute for Risk Management Standards

Legal name

G31000 Risk Institute

Website

https://g31000.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

G31000 is the international not-for-profit education and certification body for the ISO 31000 risk management standard, delivering professional certifications, a proprietary risk maturity model, and corporate training across 34+ countries via a network of 142 certified lead trainers and 94,000+ LinkedIn community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Certification and Risk Management Training

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Risk Management (Enterprise, Operational, Model) (EDABAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Finance, Accounting & Risk (CFA/CPA/FRM) Certifications (EDAAANAD), Governance, Controls & Internal Control Frameworks (EDABAJAL)

Keywords

• Risk management certification
• ISO 31000 training
• Risk maturity assessment
• Professional certification programs
• Enterprise risk education

Headquarters

HQ city

Brussels

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Training and Certification Fees: Revenue from ISO 31000 certification courses (C31000 professional certification, CT31000 lead trainer certification, ISO 31000 Lead Auditor certification), recertification courses, and risk maturity model assessments. Training fees range from $2975-$3500 for certification courses, €350 for recertification, and $4000 for Risk Maturity Model.
2. Membership Subscriptions: Three-tier membership model generating recurring revenue: Basic (free), Associate ($129/year with 10% discount on courses), Full ($299/year with 15% discount on courses). Members receive access to resources, newsletters, and voting rights.
3. Risk Maturity Model Sales: Sale of the G31000 Risk Management Maturity Model for self-assessment or external validation, available in hard-copy or electronic format.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

G31000 delivers ISO 31000-aligned professional certifications (C31000, CT31000, AT31000, Lead Auditor) and supporting risk management training to individuals and organizations across 100+ countries. Its flagship proprietary product is the G31000 Risk Management Maturity Model, a structured assessment framework organizations use to benchmark their practices against ISO 31000 principles and build improvement roadmaps. The institute monetizes through certification course fees, a three-tier membership subscription model, and direct sales of the Risk Maturity Model.

Product overview

The Global Institute for Risk Management Standards (G31000) operates a multi-product portfolio centered on the ISO 31000 international risk management standard. The core offering comprises professional certification programs (C31000 Foundation Risk Professional, CT31000 Lead Trainer, AT31000 Lead Trainer) that align with ISO/IEC 17024 personnel certification standards. Supporting the certifications is the G31000 Risk Maturity Model (RMM), an assessment tool enabling organizations to benchmark their risk management practices against ISO 31000 principles and develop improvement roadmaps. Advanced certifications include the ISO 31000 Lead Auditor certification for conducting maturity assessments, and IEC/ISO 31010 Risk Assessment Techniques training for specialized risk analysis methods. The organization also provides continuing education through re-certification programs (onsite 3-hour courses or online self-study options), specialized training tracks (Risk-Based Decision Making, Risk-Based Auditing), and corporate training partnerships. Membership tiers (Basic, Associate, Full) provide community access, course discounts, and resource privileges. The platform includes G31000 Survey for consultations and G31000 Login for identity management. Training is delivered in 7 languages (English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian) across 34+ countries through a global network of certified trainers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• G31000 Risk Maturity Model: A comprehensive maturity assessment tool for organizations to evaluate their risk management practices aligned with ISO 31000 principles. The only globally recognized model designed to closely align with ISO 31000:2009/2018 principles.

Products and services

• C31000 Certification (Certified ISO 31000 Risk Professional) Foundations-level professional certification for the ISO 31000 risk management standard, requiring passage of an 80-question exam with a 75% passing score. Meets ISO/IEC 17024 requirements for personnel certification. Targets individual risk professionals seeking internationally recognized credentials.
• CT31000 Certification (Certified ISO 31000 Lead Trainer) Advanced certification for qualified trainers to organize and conduct ISO 31000 training and formal examinations. Requires passing a 100-question exam with 75% score. Targets practitioners who want to become approved trainers within the G31000 network.
• AT31000 (Approved ISO 31000 Lead Trainer) Entry-level trainer designation demonstrating knowledge and proficiency to train others on the ISO 31000 standard before meeting additional requirements for CT31000 certification.
• G31000 Risk Maturity Model (RMM) ISO 31000 principles-based maturity assessment model that allows organizations to evaluate current risk management practices, benchmark against the 11 ISO 31000 principles using a 3-level maturity scale, and develop improvement roadmaps. Available in self-assessment or external validation formats and sold in electronic or hard-copy form.
• ISO 31000 Risk Management Lead Auditor Certification Advanced certification enabling C31000 professionals to conduct maturity assessments, reviews, and audits against ISO 31000 principles using the G31000 RMM framework. 3-day intensive training format covering 8 principles. Targets senior practitioners seeking auditor credentials.
• IEC/ISO 31010 Risk Assessment Techniques Training Training on the selection and application of risk assessment techniques per IEC/ISO 31010:2019 standard, leading to C31010 certification. Covers bow-tie analysis, decision trees, and other risk assessment methodologies.
• G31000 Memberships Three-tier membership offering Basic (free community access), Associate ($129/year with 10% course discount), and Full ($299/year with 15% course discount) tiers. Members receive access to resources, newsletters, and voting rights for the advisory board.
• Corporate Training Programs Customized in-house training programs and partnerships for public, private, and community enterprises, associations, colleges, universities, groups, or individuals. Delivered in 7 languages across 34+ countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 85% of examined candidates pass the C31000 certification exam
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RiskiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRiskia is a partner organization specializing in environmental and industrial risk consulting. Angel Escorial, Riskia CEO, serves as G31000 Vice President and partner for Spanish speaking countries. Riskia develops projects in Risk Management, Safety, Security and Environment across Europe, Africa and the Americas.
• Risk AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRisk Academy, led by Alexei Sidorenko as Chief Risk Officer, provides risk management training and education services. Alexei Sidorenko is a Director of G31000 and provides specialized training in risk management using ISO 31000 standards.
• ANO DPO ISARminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerANO DPO ISAR, co-founded by Konstantin Dozhdikov, develops unique education programs and distance learning in risk management for decision makers, risk managers, and internal auditors with focus on quantitative risk analysis.
• QSP - Centro da Qualidade, Segurança e ProdutividadecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQSP is a technical-scientific association created in 1991 focused on professional training and certification in Risk Management, QSMS, and Lean Six Sigma. Francesco De Cicco serves as Executive Director and G31000 certified trainer (CT31000).
• AmarisminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAmaris is a management consulting firm where Pascal Cornuez performs ISO 31000:2018 training and certification exams in Switzerland on behalf of G31000 Risk Institute.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• ASIS International: ASIS is a global security and risk management professional association offering certifications such as CPP, PSP, and PCI. It is a partial peer — overlapping with G31000 in enterprise risk-related certifications but with a stronger emphasis on physical/operational security rather than ISO 31000 frameworks.
• GARP (Global Association of Risk Professionals): GARP is best known for the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification but also offers the Energy Risk Professional (ERP) and Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) credentials. It is a partial peer competing for risk professional certification budgets, particularly in financial services and energy sectors.
• CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment): CISI is a UK-based professional body offering risk management certifications (e.g., Operational Risk, Financial Derivatives) primarily targeted at financial services professionals. It overlaps with G31000 in the enterprise risk certification niche but focuses more narrowly on financial services.

Broad incumbents

• Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory: Deloitte's Risk & Financial Advisory practice helps enterprises implement ERM frameworks aligned with ISO 31000 and conducts risk maturity assessments. It is a broad incumbent that competes with G31000's RMM and corporate training services, but as part of a much wider advisory portfolio rather than a specialized risk education body.
• BSI (British Standards Institution): BSI is the UK's national standards body and a major ISO training and certification provider, offering ISO 31000 implementation courses and related management system certifications. As a broad incumbent, it competes with G31000 for enterprise training budgets but does not specialize in ISO 31000 as its sole focus.

Direct peers

• PECB: PECB is a foreign-owned certification body offering ISO 31000 Risk Manager and ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager training and certification, alongside a broad portfolio of ISO standards credentials. It is the most direct competitor in the ISO 31000 training and certification niche, with similar global trainer network and recurring recertification economics.
• FERMA (Federation of European Risk Management Associations): FERMA is the Brussels-based federation of national risk management associations across Europe, offering the European Risk Management Certification and risk management education programs. It directly competes with G31000 for European corporate client training and certification spend.
• Institute of Risk Management (IRM): IRM is a UK-based international professional body for risk management, offering the International Certificate in Risk Management and Diploma/Certified Fellowship qualifications. It is the most direct competitor to G31000 in the individual risk management certification space, serving overlapping enterprise and government segments globally.
• RIMS (The Risk Management Society): RIMS is the largest US-based risk management professional association, offering the RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) designation. It is a direct peer competing for North American enterprise training budgets and individual credentialing in the same risk management space.

Others

• International Organization for Standardization (ISO): ISO is the standards body that owns and maintains ISO 31000. G31000's value proposition is directly tied to the legitimacy of ISO's risk management standard, and several G31000 directors are current or former ISO TC 262 members. ISO is the upstream enabler of G31000's entire training and certification ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@riskacademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/g31000
• Xx.com/g310001
• Facebookfacebook.com/G31000-103603463103972

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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