An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Banking & Financial Intermediation

The Role of Banks and Financial Intermediaries

20 - 24 Apr 2026
Dubai
| $5950
10 - 14 Aug 2026
Dubai
| $5950
10 - 14 Aug 2026
Online
| $3950

Introduction

Banks and financial institutions play a major role in the development and stability of society. However recent events have called their role into question, with many claiming they take excessive risks. This training course examines their role and that of financial markets. We also examine the financial instruments they use such as derivatives and how companies may also use them to manage or reduce risk.

This training course is designed to give those in the industry the skills to evaluate Credit Risk and those coming from companies in need of finance the knowledge of what banks are looking for. We also take an in-depth look at the latest financial instruments developing a detailed knowledge of Forwards, Options Futures & Swaps.

This GLOMACS training courses will highlight:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this training courses, you will learn to:

Training Methodology

Participants to this training courses will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the course outline with the Tutor utilising a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. Training methodology includes Case Studies, Role Play and Group Discussions analysing and evaluating the key issues facing Banks and Financial Markets.

The course is highly participatory ensuring that delegates leave with new skills to benefit their personal and organizational development.

Banking & Financial Intermediation

Who Should Attend?

  • Develop a knowledge of the appropriate Banking Services
  • Evaluate Credit Risk
  • Gain new skills in line with the latest international practices which will help to make more informed and hence better decisions
  • Increase knowledge of the latest policies and procedures which can be shared amongst other departments of the company
  • Facilitate the continuous redesign of business processes to international standards

Learning Journey Breakdown

  • The Monetary & Financial System
  • What is Financial Intermediation?
  • The Role & Scope of Banking & Financial Intermediation
  • Financial Instruments & Securitisation
  • Financial Markets
  • Disintermediation
  • Personal & Business Services
  • Current Accounts & Payment Services
  • Savings & Deposits
  • Investments
  • Private Banking & Wealth Management
  • International Trade
  • The Roles of the Central Banks
  • Retail, Investment & Private Banking
  • The Bank’s Income Statement
  • The Bank’s Balance Sheet
  • Assets & Liabilities
  • Capital Adequacy & International Regulation
  • Types of Finance: Assets, International Trade & Working Capital
  • Off Balance Sheet Finance
  • Credit Analysis/Evaluating Credit Applications
  • The Bank’s Risk Return Trade Off
  • Reducing Risk 
  • Monitoring & Controlling Lending
  • Causes of the Financial Crisis
  • Consequences of the Financial Crisis
  • The Role of Derivatives
  • Lessons Learnt
  • International Regulatory Requirements
  • The Confidence Function

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