Summary

This programme examines Enron’s dramatic collapse, a watershed event in corporate history - by outlining its factual background, analysing its internal failings and fraudulent practices, detailing the penalties and regulatory reforms that followed, and drawing lessons for today’s financial institutions. Participants will gain insights into the importance of transparency, robust corporate governance, and ethical risk management.

This course is one of several courses within the Professional Certificate in Risk Management. If you wish to achieve this award, you must complete this course along with all other mandatory courses in the associated learning plan.

Audience

Designed for C-Suite executives in financial services, including CEOs, Chief Risk Officers (CROs), Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs) and Board members including NEDs. Also aspiring executives and senior managers.

Course Objectives

• Define key aspects of Enron’s business model and the fraudulent accounting practices that led to its collapse

• Summarise the timeline and factual background of Enron’s downfall

• Identify the corporate governance and risk management failures that contributed to the collapse

• Explain the penalties and regulatory reforms (including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act) that emerged from the scandal

• Analyse real-world case studies illustrating both Enron’s failings and subsequent industry responses

• Apply lessons learned to enhance governance, transparency, and compliance in their own organisations

• Evaluate scenario-based questions to improve risk management practices

Course Structure

• Section 1: Factual Background of Enron

• Section 2: Analysis of Enron’s Failings

• Section 3: Regulatory Impact and Penalties

• Section 4: Lessons Learned and Best Practices

• Section 5: Case Study Aspects - Enron Analysis

• Summary

• Knowledge Evaluation

Duration & CPD Hours

This course should take you between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on your pace of learning. Additionally, this course is accredited by The CPD Certification Service and carries 1.5 CPD hours.