Session Descriptions

Stress Testing Without All the Stress

Thursday, August 29, 2024

9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Stress testing is an important component of risk management. A well-structured stress testing framework provides key insights into potential adverse outcomes arising from a wide range of risks. In this session we will discuss sound practices for developing a stress testing framework through establishment of objectives, governance structure and the risk assessment process.

Learner Outcomes:

1. Hear about new regulator expectations of stress testing activities
2. Discuss sound practices for developing a stress testing framework
3. Understand how stress testing scenarios are driven by the risk assessment process