RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICE

About Us

Risk Management Office (RMO) is an administrative unit reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor’s Office. Through our four departments; HSE, Strategic& Academic Risks, Operational Risks, and HSE Awareness, the office helps the university community achieve its objectives by providing support, training, and assistance to understand and manage risks.

The Risk Management Office (RMO) is committed to assisting Sultan Qaboos University in achieving its set strategic goals by adopting a comprehensive and systematic approach to identify, assess and manage all types of risks the University could potentially encounter: strategic, academic, operational, financial, reputational and compliance risks.

Director's Message

Our vision is to be a leader in the risk management of academic institutions for higher education. In fulfilling this vision, risk management is to be integrated in all decision making processes, at various levels across the University.

Dr. Salim Al Harthi

RMO Director

Vision		Mission
To be a leader in Risk Management of Higher Education Institutions.		Harnessing the Office of Risk Management to achieve the strategic objectives of the university.

Objectives
Ensure all areas of SQU are endowed with excellent training to deal with risks and seize opportunities. Keep risks under control by implementing effective measures and working closely with the concerned about risks at the university. Develop the Framework and Standards to manage Strategic, Academic, and Operational risks. Bring about dynamic change and cultivate excellence by engaging in academic activities and programs related to Risk Management. Raise Safety awareness and promote adaptation of Safety best practices. Evaluation and follow up of SQU units to ensure compliance in and the implementation of risks, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) procedures.