Enterprise risk management in non-profit organization [2016]

Prior studies indicate that enterprise risk management has a vital role on firm performance. Enterprise risk management system helps organizations to reach their goals by reducing uncertainty of their operating environment. In this context, this study aims to discuss and analyze the concept of enterprise risk management in non-profit organizations. The term "risk" for non-profit organizations is defined and different types of risk are examined. The significance and need of managing risk in non-profit organizations are revealed. © 2017, IGI Global.