Implementing A Risk Management Framework In Developing Markets

Abstract

This article assesses the status ofoperational risk management of banks in developing markets in the context ofBasel II. The aim of the article is to determine the extent to which riskmanagement staff is prepared to implement a risk management framework in linewith international best practice. An African commercial bank was examined usingsurvey data collected in July 2010 from 22 employees. The data were analysedusing descriptive statistics. Results obtained indicate knowledge gaps incollecting risk data and the application of risk models as limitations to theimplementation of the framework. The results support the commitment of moretime and financial resources in up-skilling staff if banks in developing marketsare to comply with regulatory requirements as recommended by the Basel Accord.