IABF / DBF – Elements of Banking & Non-Bank Finance

What Will You Learn?

• Banking Fundamentals: Understand the core functions of banks, such as deposits, loans, and payment services, and their role in economic stability.
• Non-Bank Financial Institutions: Gain knowledge of non-bank entities like insurance companies, investment firms, pension funds, and microfinance institutions, and their contributions to the economy.
• Regulatory Environment: Learn about the regulatory frameworks governing both banking and non-banking sectors, including the roles of financial authorities and international bodies.
• Financial Products & Services: Explore a variety of financial products, including savings accounts, loans, mortgages, insurance, and investment products offered by banks and non-bank institutions.
• Risk Management: Learn the principles of risk assessment and management employed by both banks and non-bank financial institutions to minimize financial risk and protect against economic fluctuations.
• Impact of Technology in Finance: Understand how technology is transforming banking and non-bank finance through digital banking, fintech innovations, and blockchain technology.
• Global Financial Integration: Study the growing interdependence between domestic financial systems and the global financial market, including cross-border regulations and international finance.