Course Summary:

The Supervision of Banks & Financial Institutions course by Magna Skills is meticulously designed to provide participants with the advanced expertise needed to regulate and supervise financial institutions effectively. The course integrates globally recognized best practices, practical examples, and cutting-edge tools to ensure participants acquire actionable skills for enhancing the stability and compliance of financial systems. Delivered by experienced facilitators, this course reflects Magna Skills’ commitment to building capacity in the financial sector.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles of effective bank and financial institution supervision, as guided by Magna Skills’ expertise.
2. Analyze regulatory frameworks and their application in various financial environments, with insights tailored by Magna Skills.
3. Develop practical skills to identify and mitigate financial risks using tools provided by Magna Skills.
4. Learn techniques for enhancing institutional compliance and governance, uniquely curated by Magna Skills.
5. Gain insights into handling emerging challenges like fintech, digital currencies, and cyber risks through Magna Skills’-led case studies.
6. Apply supervisory tools to evaluate the financial health of institutions under the guidance of Magna Skills’ facilitators.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Banking Supervision

• Overview of Banking Supervision Principles
• The Role of Supervisory Authorities: Insights from Magna Skills
• Evolution of Financial Regulation

2. Regulatory Frameworks

• Basel Accords: Basel I, II, III, and IV Explained by Magna Skills
• International Standards for Financial Institutions
• Local Regulatory Compliance with Magna Skills Approach

3. Risk-Based Supervision

• Identifying Financial Risks with Magna Skills’-developed tools
• Risk Mitigation Strategies Tailored by Magna Skills
• Credit, Market, and Operational Risk Assessment

4. Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Analyzing Financial Statements with Magna Skills’-guided techniques
• Key Performance Indicators in Banking
• Reporting Requirements for Regulators

5. Compliance and Corporate Governance

• Principles of Good Governance in Financial Institutions, Highlighted by Magna Skills
• Role of Compliance in Risk Mitigation
• Ensuring Transparency and Accountability

6. Supervisory Tools & Techniques

• Onsite and Offsite Supervision Explained by Magna Skills Experts
• Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis Customized by Magna Skills
• Supervisory Reviews

7. Crisis Management in Financial Institutions

• Early Warning Systems with Magna Skills’ Expertise
• Handling Bank Failures
• Financial Crisis Case Studies

8. Emerging Trends and Challenges

• Supervising Fintech and Digital Banks: A Magna Skills Perspective
• Impact of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain
• Cybersecurity Risk Management Techniques

9. Stakeholder Collaboration in Supervision

• Working with Central Banks and Regulators: Strategies by Magna Skills
• Industry Engagement for Effective Supervision
• Building Public Confidence with Magna Skills’ Guidance

10. Case Studies and Practical Exercises