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Programme Overview

This qualification will provide a critical evaluation of how financial markets, and both credit and liquidity risks are managed by banks within the current economic and regulatory environment. All of these risks are currently at the very top of a Risk Manager’s agenda within a bank, and given recent volatility, it is critical that there is robust risk management in place.

The Asset and Liability Management (ALM) team’s role is to ensure the effective management of a bank’s assets and liabilities along with ensuring its financial stability. A crucial element of this is managing interest rate and funding gaps, which, given likely future interest rate movements, is acritical task.

A wide range of data and real-life case studies are used to help demonstrate practical issues and considerations for a modern banking industry. You will study how to identify, measure and manage a wide variety of risks, as well as understanding how banks interact with financial markets.

Objectives

Upon completion of this qualification, participants will be able to understand the following:

• Analyse the different sources and types of credit risk as well as the the importance and methods of effectively managing the liquidity position of a bank.
• Evaluate how credit risk management can be optimised to meet the risk appetite and profitability requirements of a bank and its stakeholders as well as the role and importance of asset liability management.
• Identify, quantify and evaluate a range of financial market risks faced by banks.
• Apply and critique a range of techniques used to manage financial market risk.

Who Should Attend

This qualification is aimed for managers or those moving into more senior roles and takes a very practical approach to ensure that the participants would be able to develop a good underpinning to risk management.

Pre-Requisite

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. However, participants should be confident in their ability to study the mathematical elements of the course. It is strongly recommended that they have previously successfully studied at a similar level. The Level 4 Risk and Regulation in Banking qualification provides a good introduction to financial risk management. Participants also need to be satisfied of their ability to study in English.

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This diploma takes a technical approach to learning and will expose you to the different evaluation tools that identify borrowing requirements. Upon completion, you will be able to make the very best recommendations for your customers, as an expert in your field.

DipBB&C is ideal for you if you are already working in a Relationship Management role, as it covers critical relationship building and negotiation models. You will be able to relate your learning directly to your working practices through a case study that reflects customer lending scenarios, released six weeks before your exam.

If you currently have the CertBB&C or CertBB, you will only need to complete one unit to be entitled for a reduced fee. This means you will be able to go straight to studying the third and final unit and sit for the exam.

Objectives

• Distinguish between the different parties in the business banking environment and understand the products and services provided by them.
• Identify the role of the business banking relationship manager.
• Evaluate and offer solutions to business banking customers.
• Evaluate borrowing requirements and sources of finance appropriate to the needs of different customers.
• Apply and justify appropriate techniques in the management of lending accounts using compliant and sustainable business banking principles and practices.

Who Should Attend

Designed for employees in Relationship Management roles within business and commercial banking.

Pre-Requisite

Participants should be confident in their ability to study at this level. It is strongly recommended that participants have previously successfully studied at FHEQ / RQF Level 4 or 5 (or equivalent). Participants also need to be satisfied of their ability to study in English.

Participants will also need a level of numeracy that will enable them to manipulate and calculate various ratios and formulae relevant to the course.

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Qualified Anti-Money Laundering (AML) professionals are in demand as organisations increase their focus on risk prevention. The ICA International Advanced Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering provides all of the knowledge participants will require to begin a career in anti-money laundering. It is an advanced level course designed both for those in an AML role and those looking to embark on a new career in AML. Participants will gain actionable, practical knowledge to excel in their role.

The qualification is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester.

Who Is This Programme For?

This course is suited for:

• New/recently appointed MLROs and deputies.
• New/recently appointed Financial Crime and Risk Officers.
• Compliance Officers - Internal auditors assuming responsibilities for money laundering/financial crime issues.
• All individuals engaged in financial services and who aspire to a career in anti money laundering .

Pre-Requisite

• Sound educational background, e.g. degree or professional qualification in an appropriate discipline.
• To get the most from the course, a good standard of English is required.

Methodology

• 6-month course assessed by two written assignments (2,000 – 2,500 words).
• A mixture of guided online study and participation in live sessions:
  1 x virtual classroom
  1 x immersive learning scenario (putting you at the centre of a story)
  2 x assessment preparation sessions
• Video covering the latest industry developments and case studies.
• Access to the ICA members’ portal containing additional reading and resources.
• Proactive support throughout the course to help you stay on track

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Project and delivery management are about ensuring that the development and implementation of products/projects are conducted both effectively and efficiently. People responsible for project and delivery management are often coordinating and supporting the work of others, creating safe environments for learning and experimentation as well as being good stewards of corporate funds.

This 2-day module aims to equip learners with the principles and tools to deliver successful projects/products through empowering people, aligning on value, and managing the system to enable high performance and adaptive planning at all levels.

Objectives

At the end of the 2-day programme, participants will be able to:

• Identify, articulate and apply the 3 main different delivery modes -project, product and no project (continuous flow based around value streams), where appropriate;
• Manage delivery, system and people to help foster self-organisation for teams within a complex system;
• Identify actional metrics such as team health, throughput, cycle time and others that enable measurements of progress and value to provide context for decision making;
• Work with governance, audit and compliance in Agile Environments; and
• Attain the ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Project and Delivery Management (ICP-APM) certification upon passing the required assessments.

Who Should Attend

• Participants should have at least 2 years of working experience with interest in agile business practices and management.

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This programme is an excellent introduction to Anti Money Laundering for all employees and covers the fundamental concepts. It teaches participants what they need to know in order to understand their responsibilities and the part they play in preventing money laundering. The course provides a good basis to help develop further knowledge.

This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester.

Who Is This Programme For?

• Employees with specific anti money laundering duties.
• All employees working in financial services and related industries seeking an introduction to anti money laundering.
• Anyone who aspires to pursue a career in anti money laundering or fraud prevention.

Objectives

• Participants will have a clear understanding of the Anti Money Laundering function and the surrounding context.
• Participants will get a wider awareness of the external context is given in readiness for future development in this increasingly important area.

Methodology

This programme involves a mix of self-study and interactive learning sessions with Virtual instructor-led training (VILT) where you will be studying with like-minded individuals. The course materials are hosted on the ICA Learning Management System (LMS) and are full of rich media content. The LMS also has options for engaging with your fellow students as well as additional
support by the tutor.

• 3-month access to online materials
• 2 sessions of 3-hour Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) workshops
• Online exam (multiple choice)
• One free exam re-sit

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Programme Overview

This programme is perfectly suited for individuals entering the realm of Know Your Customer (KYC) and professionals whose responsibilities encompass the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) process. The course offers a solid grounding in fundamental KYC and CDD principles, a comprehensive introduction to CDD frameworks, and a thorough overview of the essential elements involved in operating within the KYC environment.

This course is awarded in association with the Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester.

Who Is This Programme For?

This course is suited for:

• New entrants in CDD roles or those who wish to learn more about CDD.
• Client managers, project managers, operational staff, middle office and sales assistant.
• Consultants, audit professionals and anyone whose role involves managing risk in the CDD process.

Pre-Requisite

• To get the most from the course, a good standard of English is required

Methodology

This programme involves a mix of self-study and interactive learning sessions with Virtual instructor-led training (VILT) where you will be studying with like-minded individuals. The course materials are hosted on the ICA Learning Management System (LMS) and are full of rich media content. The LMS also has options for engaging with your fellow students as well as additional support by the tutor.

• Access to online materials for 3 months
• 2 sessions of 3-hour Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) workshops
• Online exam (multiple choice)
• One free exam resit

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According to the latest PwC Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey, 47% of companies have experienced fraud in the past 24 months with a total reported loss of US$42bn. Corporate fraud is also on the rise. This industry-standard course is designed to help you develop best-practice initiatives via a broad understanding of the regulatory environment; you’ll also gain the specialist skills and knowledge necessary to identify and manage key regulatory risks today and in the future.

This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester.

Objective

This qualification will help you identify and prevent any incidents of fraud in your organisation. It provides you with actionable, practical knowledge to implement key fraud management strategies in your firm.

Who Is This Programme For?

• Fraud prevention and investigation officers.
• Employees with responsibility for internal organisational fraud.
• Internal audit and regulatory staff.
• Law enforcement.
• Individuals who have completed.
• Individuals who have completed the ICA Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention.

Pre-Requisite

This course is suitable for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the discipline. However, the content of the programme requires students to possess:

• Sound educational background.
• Good written English skills.

Methodology

A flexible, part-time, six-month course designed for busy, working professionals. A mix of guided, online study and attendance at live, virtual classrooms delivered through award-winning interactive technology.
The course is assessed through:

• A times, online scenario-bases assessment.
• A research-based assignment.

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