What people are saying
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I've just started this course and already from the introduction video I can tell there has been a lot of thought and attention put into the content provided. Looking forwards to dive into the later modules.
5 out of 5
Brilliant course, would highly recommend!
5 out of 5
Liam is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about this, and communicates it all very clearly and in a way that makes it easy to understand and implement
5 out of 5
Great to have a risk management course so targeted at the our industry, it's refreshing and insightful.
5 out of 5
Liam is highly knowledgeable and responsive to feedback! I think the course is very informative and highly relevant to those in game development. As a co-founder of an indie studio I wish I had this knowledge while in pre-productions. All of the tools and experiences shared here are very appreciated and I look forward to more classes from Liam for all folks in their game development journey.
5 out of 5
Very clear, detailed and relevant explanations, engaging delivery and practical examples.
5 out of 5
This is a subject that should have been taught more formally. More importantly Liam brings a wealth of his game production experience and as a producer myself it's easy for me to place my self in the situations and examples that he's showing. I wish I had this course when I first started out.
5 out of 5
This course has been incredibly insightful, providing a deep understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies tailored to the unique challenges of game development. The content is well-structured, practical, and highly relevant to real-world production scenarios. A must for anyone working in game production.
5 out of 5
This course was recommended to me, and I am very thankful to have had the opportunity to learn more about Risk Management. This course offered a wealth of knowledge and encompassed more techniques and a more precise understanding than previous courses I have studied online and in person. Thank you.
5 out of 5
Liam has been a great guide for game production for years. This course gets in depth into a subject that is very important to me and I've been getting a lot from it. I really recommend enrolling.
5 out of 5
A fantastic course which delves into depths of Risk Management with resources, examples and stages. The course ended up covering all questions and situations I had in my head. Like - 1. Burnout and working on full steam constantly. 2. Time to focus on risk management and taking it seriously, else the dire state of the games industry. 3. Difference between project, program and portfolio risk management. 4. Outsource risk management - I have seen this go wrong so many times. 5. Very useful resources provided and repeated things like importance of over communicating and not being afraid to escalate. I specifically liked Section 13 which is great as a summary and brought together various level to help everything think about the audience on the other levels based on the level they are and reporting risks.
5 out of 5
his course should be part of the curriculum for various Game Development classes. It contains information that is relevant not only to production but to every single role in the industry. As Liam mentions, building games is a collaborative effort, and this course serves as an excellent foundation for teams to communicate and discuss with a shared understanding of what risk is and why it matters. I highly recommend this course to anyone entering the industry and to those wondering, “What’s going on with the industry in 2024?!” You’ll find plenty of answers here!
5 out of 5
Liam's ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand terms, coupled with real-world examples, made the learning experience enjoyable. I especially appreciated the focus on risk identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies.
5 out of 5
Game Development Risks Covered in Detail: Unlike generic project risk courses, this course dives deep into risks unique to game development, including: - High-Level Strategic Risks - Staffing and Team Dynamics Risks - Scheduling and Budget Pressures - Specification and Scope Creep Risks - Change Management Challenges - External Partner and Vendor Risks - Agile and Lean Process Adaptation Risks
What You'll Learn: - Identify and assess production risks across the development lifecycle - Apply structured frameworks to reduce project disruption - Master crisis management techniques for when risks materialise - Communicate risk clearly to stakeholders and leadership teams - Build proactive risk management plans that grow with your projects - Understand risk lenses at the Project, Programme, and Portfolio levels
Why Risk Management Matters: In an industry defined by creativity and uncertainty, proactive risk management is the foundation of consistent project delivery. Whether you're launching your first indie title or leading a AAA portfolio, the ability to anticipate, prioritise, and communicate risks will directly impact your success.
The syllabus
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Introduction to Risk in Game Development
- Course Introduction Free preview
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Overview of Course Objectives
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Importance of Risk Management in Game Development
- Common Risk Factors in Video Game Projects Free preview
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Understanding the Three Levels of Risks
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Understanding the Lifecycle of Video Game Projects
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Understanding the Lifecycle of Risk Management
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Terminology in Risk Management
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Course Materials and Learning Support
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Identifying and Evaluating Risks
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Assessing Severity and Likelihood
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Evaluating Impact
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Risk Mapping Techniques
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What makes Game Dev Risks Different?
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High Level
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Staffing
- Schedule and Budget Free preview
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Specification
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Change Management
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External Partnerships
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Agile & Lean - and a pause
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How we implement Risk Management
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The Six Stages of Implementing Risk Management
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Identify Risks
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Risk Categories
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Real Life Miro Examples
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Analysis, Assessment and Mitigation
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Analyze and Assess Risks
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Develop Risk Mitigation Strategies
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Mitigation Types
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Implement and Track
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Stage 4
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Implement and Track Mitigation Actions
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Project Level Actions - Agile
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Project Level Actions - Lean
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Project Level Responses Example
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Reporting with the Risk Register
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The Risk Register
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Standard Components
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Common Formats
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By the Book Example
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Maintaining the Risk Register
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Common Pitfalls
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RAIDs
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RAIDs vs Risk Register
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Risk Register Example Walkthrough
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Communicating Risks to Stakeholders
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Step 6
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Importance of Effective Communication in Risk Management
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Strategies for Reporting Risk
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Drafting Risk Reports
- Empowering Everyone Through Risk Meetings Free preview
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Fostering a Proactive Risk Culture
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Evaluating Risk Culture in Video Game Studios
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Best Practices for a Proactive Risk Environment
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Strategies for Cultural Change
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Crisis Management Strategies
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Implementing Crisis Management Strategies
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Reacting to Materialized Risks: Case Studies
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Simulations: Crisis Scenarios in Game Development
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Lessons Learned from Crisis Management
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PART TWO: Specific Game Industry Management Topics
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Overview
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Analyzing the GameDev Lifecycle
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Intro to the section
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Concept Stage
- Pre-Production Free preview
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Production
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Alpha
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Beta
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Release
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Post release
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Project, Program & Portfolio
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Three Lenses = 3 Overlapping Conversations
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Project Level
- Program Level Free preview
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Portfolio Level
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Interconnectivity between Levels
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Summary of Differences and Integration
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Using Kanbanize to illustrate the Three Lenses
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Conclusion and Course Wrap-Up
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Summary and Certificate
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Community Links
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Learning Resources
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Risk Management in Game Development
That is a lot of 5 star reviews above. It really is a great course.
£249.00