TPRM Program Management Training

Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Training & Regulatory Awareness

Our TPRM Training & Regulatory Awareness services are designed for banks and credit unions seeking to strengthen third-party risk management knowledge across the organization—from frontline staff to senior management and the board.
Training programs are aligned with Interagency Guidance and are structured to reinforce role-based responsibilities, risk awareness, and governance expectations throughout the third-party relationship lifecycle. These programs support management and board accountability while promoting consistent, risk-based execution across the institution.

TPRM 101 – Enterprise Awareness Training
Best for: All employees involved in third-party relationships, including business owners, procurement, IT, and operations.
Training focus includes:

Overview of third-party risk and regulatory expectations
The third-party relationship lifecycle
Roles and responsibilities across the first, second, and third lines of defense
Common third-party risk categories
Escalation, issue awareness, and accountability

Outcome:
Establishes a consistent, enterprise-wide understanding of TPRM and reinforces a risk-aware culture aligned with Interagency expectations.

Role-Based TPRM Training (Front Line & Program Owners)
Best for: Business line owners, vendor managers, TPRM staff, procurement, IT, compliance, and risk personnel.
Training focus includes:

Role-specific responsibilities under Interagency Guidance
Risk-based vendor tiering and due diligence expectations
Ongoing monitoring and issue management
Documentation, evidence, and audit readiness
Coordination across lines of defense

Outcome:
Improves execution consistency, reduces control gaps, and strengthens examiner readiness.

Board & Senior Management TPRM Training
Best for: Board members, executive management, and senior risk leadership.
Training focus includes:

Interagency expectations for board and senior management oversight
Accountability and governance responsibilities (responsibility cannot be outsourced)
Oversight of critical and high-risk third-party relationships
Key risk indicators, reporting, and escalation
Emerging third-party risks and regulatory focus areas

Outcome:
Strengthens governance, supports effective challenge, and enhances informed decision-making at the board and executive level.

Delivery Model

Instructor-led training (virtual or onsite)
Customizable content aligned to the institution’s size, complexity, and risk profile
Stand-alone sessions or integrated with a co-sourced TPRM engagement
Optional training materials and reference guides for ongoing use

Interagency-Aligned Positioning Statement

Our TPRM training programs are aligned with Interagency Guidance and are designed to reinforce role-based responsibilities, governance awareness, and risk-based decision-making. Training supports management and board accountability while strengthening enterprise-wide understanding of third-party risk management expectations.