Strategic Management & Best Practices in Banking

Introduction

This Strategic Management and Best Practices in Banking training course will enable banks to evaluate their current position in order to make effective strategic plans fit for the future needs of their customers, the economy and business environment. The training course examines the fundamental principles of strategic management which are then applied to the banking sector enabling bankers to make strategic decisions in line with their risk profile and regulatory requirements.

This training course evaluates the various options available for growth by stress testing and various risk management tools. As a result of those attending delegates will be able to contribute to major strategic decisions to ensure sustainability and profitability for the bank.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

• The current & future business & economic environment facing banks
• The essential elements of a strategic plan in banking
• Asset, liability, and risk management
• Strategic product portfolio for a digital age
• Regulatory requirements in banking which influence strategic decisions

Objectives

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

• Develop an appropriate strategic plan
• Evaluate strategic options based on risk & return
• Implement & manage strategic decisions
• Suggest and evaluate the bank’s asset & liability portfolio
• Act within regulatory requirements

Training Methodology

This Strategic Management and Best Practices in Banking training course will be conducted along workshop principles with formal lectures and interactive worked examples. Relevant cases will be used to illustrate the application of each tool in an operation environment. Each learning point will be re-enforced with practical exercises. The instructor will clearly explain and demonstrate how these techniques are applied using  real-life examples.

Organisational Impact

Organizations will gain:

• Improved awareness of business and economic conditions
• A strategic mindset throughout the organization
• Improved risk management and strategic evaluation of options facing the bank
• Improved decision making and management skills
• Staff who have increased confidence and understanding

Personal Impact

As a result of attending this training course delegates will:

• Improve their knowledge of the business & economic environment
• Be able to make or contribute effectively to strategic decisions
• Gain enhanced career prospects
• Improve their knowledge of strategic planning which they can apply to their bank
• Be able to analyse and critically evaluate strategic issues