Leading Credit Risk Teams in the Age of GenAI – From AI Experimentation to Organisational Transformation

21st January 2027, 9:00 AM (UTC+1 / CET – Warsaw time)
790 EUR
Online | Executive
BankingData, Analytics & AIRisk Management

Generative AI has the potential to fundamentally change how risk organisations operate. However, the greatest benefits often come not from individual productivity gains, but from systematically redesigning processes, capabilities and operating models. Many organisations are investing in AI tools, yet struggle to translate experiments into measurable business outcomes.

This executive programme explores how GenAI can be used to transform credit risk modelling, validation and analytics functions. Participants will assess high-impact use cases, define governance frameworks, measure business value and develop roadmaps for scaling AI across their organisations. The course focuses on leadership challenges, organisational readiness and strategic decision-making rather than technical implementation.

Built around real-world transformation examples and practical workshops, the programme is designed for managers and directors responsible for leading risk teams through AI-driven change.

Agenda highlights

  • The Future of Credit Risk Functions: How AI is changing modelling, validation and governance, Emerging roles and capabilities, The future operating model of risk functions
  • Identifying High-Value AI Opportunities: Mapping use cases across model development, validation, monitoring and reporting, Prioritisation frameworks, AI opportunity portfolio management
  • From Productivity to Business Value: Measuring ROI, Defining meaningful KPIs, Assessing efficiency gains and quality improvements
  • GenAI Governance for Risk Organisations: AI policies and controls, Model risk implications, Data confidentiality, Human oversight frameworks, Regulatory expectations
  • Leading Adoption and Organisational Change: Scaling beyond pilots, Change management considerations, Capability development strategies, Building an AI-enabled culture
  • Designing Future Risk Teams: New roles and responsibilities, Workforce evolution, Talent and capability planning, Human-AI collaboration models
  • Risk Copilots and AI Assistants: Validation Copilots, IFRS 9 Copilots, Documentation Assistants, Organisational deployment considerations
  • Building an Executive AI Roadmap: Quick wins, Medium-term priorities, Long-term transformation initiatives, Success measures and accountability frameworks

Training formula

Training LanguageEnglish
MeetingOnline
Duration8h (09:00 – 17:00)
TypeExecutive workshop (combination of expert insights, case studies, strategy exercises and peer discussions)

Practical takeaways:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify where GenAI can create measurable value within risk organisations.
  • Prioritise AI investments and use cases using business-focused criteria.
  • Design governance frameworks for responsible and compliant AI adoption.
  • Measure and monitor the impact of AI initiatives.
  • Develop strategies for scaling successful AI use cases across teams.
  • Create practical roadmaps for AI-enabled transformation.

Participants will gain practical expertise that can be immediately applied to:

  • Risk function transformation programmes
  • AI adoption initiatives
  • Model development and validation operating models
  • Resource and capability planning
  • Governance and risk management frameworks
  • Productivity improvement initiatives
  • Strategic planning and budget allocation

Target audience

This course is designed for managers and senior leaders responsible for credit risk modelling, validation, analytics or model governance functions.

Functions & departments
  • Heads of Credit Risk Modelling
  • Heads of Model Validation
  • Credit Risk Managers
  • Risk Analytics Managers
  • IFRS 9 Managers
  • Model Risk Managers
  • Credit Risk Directors
  • Chief Risk Officer Direct Reports
  • Transformation and Innovation Leaders within Risk Functions
Course level:
  • Executive
Prerequisites:
  • Experience managing modelling, validation or risk analytics teams.
  • Strong understanding of credit risk management and model governance.
  • Responsibility for process improvement, strategic initiatives or organisational development.
  • No technical AI background required.

Explore the full programme

For a detailed training specification contact us at contact@perseinstitute.com.

The Perse Learning Experience

Expert Trainers

Delivered by experienced practitioners supported through our Train the Trainer programme.

Practical & Interactive

Focused on developing real-world competencies through active participation and practical application.

Impact Reflection

A dedicated follow-up session to support knowledge transfer and long-term impact.

Certificate of Participation

Official recognition of your commitment to professional development.

Interested?