University College Dublin
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I know, let’s sign upI have an account, let me sign in firstThe Professional Diploma in Financial Services programme is aimed at everyone working in banking, including those who work in or aspire to work in roles with management responsibilities. It broadens and deepens your knowledge of the practice of banking, customer relationship management and, particularly, credit risk management.
University College Dublin
Professional Banker designation
Members who complete the Professional Diploma in Financial Services, and who commit to completing Continuing Professional Development hours, will be entitled to use the designation Professional Banker
This highly practical and applicable programme offers you a blend of academic knowledge and professional skills. Specifically, it will;
Broaden and deepen your technical understanding of the main activities in banking and associated risks
Develop a highly marketable and transferrable skill set, including decision-making, problem-solving, communication and analytic skills
Enhance your critical awareness and understanding of the contemporary issues in financial services.
You may be awarded formal CPD hours when you successfully complete relevant modules within this qualification.
Online.
Modules are assessed through a combination of continuous assessment and end of trimester written exams.
When you successfully complete this programme you will be awarded a Professional Diploma in Financial Services from UCD.
This is a level 8 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Principles and Practice of Banking - €625
Principles and Practices of Credit Risk Management - €625
Customer Experience Management in Financial Services - €800
Autumn Trimester
29 September 2023
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(NFQ Level 8, 10 ECTS)
On completion of this module, students will be expected to be able to:
Apply their understanding of theories and core principles underpinning banking in a real-world context
Identify the range of risk banks are exposed to and be able to evaluate and implement risk-mitigation strategies
Critically evaluate the transmission of banking risks and the wider societal implications
Critically reflect upon their professional practice and their role and contribution within the banking profession.
(NFQ Level 8, 10 ECTS)
Key categories of risks to which banks are exposed with focus on credit risk.
Basel principles for the management of credit risk.
Bank risk appetite frameworks.
Components of the credit risk management framework.
Credit portfolio management and credit concentration risk.
Credit risk appetite statements.
Credit culture.
The end to end credit process.
Overview of the canons of lending.
Credit application process.
Bank capital.
Risk weighted assets.
Basel II & Basel III, Basel IV.
Minimum Regulatory Requirements.
Introduction to credit models.
Impairment provisioning.
Stress testing.
Impairments and capital.
Pricing for risk.
Key Lessons from Irish banking crises, Honohan Report, Regling & Watson, Nyberg.
(NFQ Level 8, 10 ECTS)
On completion of this module, students will be expected to be able to: Explain what is meant by CEM. Explain the key stages in the CRM process. Demonstrate an understanding of the customer relationship cycle and the implications for financial institutions. Demonstrate an understanding of what customers value in their relationship with their financial institution. Discuss the ethical conduct underpinning interactions with customers. Assess the implications of regulation on CEM practices.
Members who complete the Professional Diploma in Financial Services, and who commit to completing Continuing Professional Development hours, will be entitled to use the designation Professional Banker - fundamental to those seeking to develop and advance a career in banking, including management roles.
IOB will provide all of the required CPD content online. In addition, we will provide a number of seminars annually.
Level 7 and 8 Key Dates 2023/24
Examination schedule 2023/2024
Autumn Trimester
29 September 2023
a) Individuals seeking admission to the Professional Diploma in Financial Services will have at least 3 years’ experience in a Retail Banking role, have completed a 30 ECTS Special Purpose Award/s at Level 7 NFQ e.g. Professional Diploma in Financial Advice and completed one of IOB's specialist Special Purpose Awards (min 10 ECTS) at Level 8 from IOB's suite of specialist programmes.
b) Admission will also be considered from individuals who possess an Honours Degree (min Hons. 2.2 Level 8 NFQ) with at least three years’ experience in a Banking role, and have completed one of IOB's specialist Special Purpose Awards at Level 8 (Min. 10 ECTS) from IOB's suite of specialist programmes.
You must be a current member of IOB, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
IOB was founded in 1898 by a small group of financial services professionals. Today we are Ireland's largest professional membership community.
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