Professional Certificate in International Corporate Banking
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| Dates Duration | 2, 16, 30 October, 13, 17 November 2010 9 am – 5 pm
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| Venue | Institute of Bankers, IFSC, Dublin 1 |
| Course Fees | Full Fee: €1600 Network Members Fee: €1000 |
| Accreditation | Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualificiation subject to UCD ratification |
| CPD Hours | To be confirmed |
Programme Introduction
The Professional Certificate in International Corporate Banking aims to provide participants with a critical understanding of the Corporate Banking market and the professional competencies to develop and manage profitable corporate customer relationships.
In an uncertain economic climate, retaining customers and building relationships is critical to ongoing profitability. This is particularly relevant in the Corporate Banking market, where relationships with good customers afford opportunities to provide a wide range of products across an extended time frame as businesses grow and expand.
It is also vital that Corporate Bankers possess sound credit assessment abilities as well as a thorough understanding of the products and services available to corporate customers. These skills will enable the Corporate Banker to create financial solutions to meet the requirements of their corporate customers.
Programme Objectives
On successful completion of this programme candidates will be able to:
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Analyse a facility proposal including assessment of security offered, borrower evaluation and sensitivity analysis of financial accounts submitted by the borrower;
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Structure a credit facility and covenants to provide the appropriate level of return for a given level of risk;
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Build and effectively manage existing corporate relationships and foster new business development;
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Manage out existing relationships;
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Decline proposals without jeopardising future opportunities;
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Describe the appropriate financing and related products and services for different types of proposal including:
>> Project/structured finance
>> Acquisition finance
>> Property finance
>> Asset finance
>> FX and interest rate products
>> Global transmission services - Cash management, trade services, etc.
>> Debt financing vehicles (including securitisation, CDOs, etc.)
Who should undertake the Professional Certificate in International Corporate Banking?
This qualification is aimed at those working in corporate and international banking who want to deepen their skills or those aspiring to such roles.
Programme Structure
Participants will attend a series of lectures for each module. Lectures will be interactive sessions at which candidates will develop their understanding of the assigned pre-reading material through discussions, exercises and case studies. The lectures will be led by Tom O’Connor, Corporate Banking Manager at Ulster Bank Corporate Markets, and supported by subject matter experts and/or guest speakers with significant experience in International Financial Services.
Programme Delivery
Lectures will take place in the in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), Dublin.
Learning Supports
When your registration has been processed you will have access to the following learning supports for each module:
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Specifically written comprehensive and user-friendly study manual
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Access to the online Student Centre (using your password which will be sent to you following registration), including:
>> Individual lecture and examination schedule
>> Lecture notes and handouts
>> Sample exam paper
>> Secure access to your examination results
>> Tutor contact through an email helpline
To Register
The closing date for registrations is Friday, 10th September 2010. To register, please click book this course and complete all sections of the Application Form.
Programme Leader - Tom O’Connor
Tom O’Connor MBA, MII Grad., FLIA is an experienced professional with over 20 years experience in Retail and Corporate Banking. Currently he works for Ulster Bank Corporate Banking and manages the MNC and Professional Services Team. Tom is an experienced lecturer in such areas as Regulation, Fund Accounting and Lending. He is a
member of MBA Association of Ireland, currently serving on its Education committee and is also involved with the Open University of Ireland Alumni Association.
Syllabus Summary (This is a summary fof the syllabus and not a full statement of content.)
Module - Assessing and Structuring Credit Proposals
Module - Corporate Financing and International Products and Services
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Project/Structured Finance
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Acquisition Finance
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Asset Finance
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FX and Interest Rate Products
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Global Transmission Services
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Debt Financing Vehicles
The Institute of Bankers School of Professional Financeis a recognised school of University College Dublin, affiliated with UCD College of Business and Law.