At Risk Training Professionals, we are proud to support professionals at every stage of their career journey. In this Student Spotlight, we feature two past students, Alexandra Allan and Kevin Thangarajah, who share their experiences with RTP’s training and how it has influenced their professional development.
Q&A with Alexandra Allan
RTP: Current Role?
Alexandra: Senior Business Continuity Manager
RTP: Which courses have you taken with RTP?
Alexandra: Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor, Information Security Management Systems Lead Auditor, Business Continuity, Risk Management Fundamentals, and Transition to ISO 27001:2022 eLearn.
RTP: What initially motivated you to undertake training with RTP?
Alexandra: I had previously completed courses with Risk Training Professionals and found the content well-presented, the trainer engaging, and the format easy to follow.
RTP: How did you find the balance between theoretical content and practical application?
Alexandra: The theoretical content was well-structured and clear, providing a solid understanding of its practical application and how to implement it in the workplace.
RTP: What advice would you give to future students considering taking one of our courses?
Alexandra: I highly recommend enrolling right away – you won’t be disappointed with any of the courses offered by Risk Training Professionals!
Q&A with Kevin Thangarajah
RTP: Current Role?
Kevin: Senior Internal Auditor
RTP: Which courses have you taken with RTP?
Kevin: Information Security Management Systems, Business Continuity, Introduction to Fraud and Corruption Control Systems eLearn.
RTP: What motivated you to take training with RTP?
Kevin: Strong, reputable organisation which has a track record of providing high quality ISO training courses to the satisfaction of both its trainers and candidates.
RTP: How did you decide which courses or modules to take?
Kevin: This was based on my professional development and looking to upskill in areas such as business continuity and information security.
RTP: Did you try a mix of face-to-face and eLearning courses? How did that work for you?
Kevin: The courses I attended were all virtual but found it to be extremely beneficial and helpful, especially learning through the facilitators and meeting other attendees when going through case study questions.
RTP: How have the skills you learned helped your career?
Kevin: Yes, it has helped me become a knowledge champion in the areas that I specialise in.
RTP: What would you say to someone thinking about exploring their learning options?
Kevin: I would highly recommend attending any of the courses run by Risk Training Professionals. The courses are well presented and easy to follow. Additionally, the facilitators are highly knowledgeable and provide guidance (through teaching and interactive case studies) to provide a solid understanding of the courses they cover.
Closing thoughts
Both Alexandra and Kevin highlight what makes RTP’s training unique: a balance of structured theory with practical application, engaging facilitators who bring content to life, and the flexibility of formats that work for today’s professionals.
Their stories show how ongoing learning can build confidence, expand expertise, and support career growth and professional development.
At RTP, we remain committed to providing high-quality, practical training that empowers our students to succeed.
