The objective of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the major risks confronting financial institutions, and the techniques used to manage these risks. Specific topics to be covered include: types of risk; basic concepts and models of operational risks; credit risk analysis and valuation for financial institutions; loan portfolio management; and compliance programs and internal audits to reduce risks and exposure.
FINA2014
In this course, learners will learn about the structure of banks and financial institutions, and the special economic and social function of banks in economies. Learners will study the principles of effective regulation and supervision; their implementation at an international level, and the numerous challenges faced by regulators and supervisors. Learners will also review the causes of the financial crisis, and the global financial markets’ response as evident in the regulatory reform of financial law.
FINA2015
In this course, students will learn what constitute financial criminal acts, and the principles of an effective compliance and risk management framework in mitigating the spectrum of compliance risks that arise within financial institutions. Students will also learn to analyse these risks and the factors that give rise to them; and assess financial institutions’ cost of non-compliance based on the prevailing legal and regulatory framework. This course is also designed to equip students with the knowledge and ability necessary to deal with daily challenges which arise in business practices, the regulatory and reporting requirements that must be met, and the cost of non- compliance as evidenced by the fines and sanctions applicable.
FINA2016
Marketing is defined as all activities conducted to prepare for sales. Sales is described as all activities required to close the deal. The course aims to equip students with a basic understanding of the roles of marketing and sales in modern financial organizations. A comprehensive understanding of the wants and needs of customers will lead to the development of a combined marketing and sales plan designed to help ensure that the organization achieves its strategic objectives. Additionally, the course will examine strategic choices for banks in the digital age as well as global marketing and sales trends for the banking industry.
