Executive Programme in Strategic Banking Leadership, Risk, Governance & Financial Technology
08 – 12 March 2027
Sandton Centre Johannesburg South Africa
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R19, 999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
The Executive Programme in Banking Strategy, Risk, Governance & Financial Technology is a high-level professional development programme designed for senior banking executives, Heads of Divisions, Head Office management and leaders responsible for strategic decision-making, governance, risk, financial performance and digital transformation.
The programme provides an integrated view of the modern banking environment, examining how banks can strengthen strategic performance while managing financial, operational, regulatory, technological and emerging risks. Participants will explore contemporary banking strategies, corporate governance, enterprise risk management, financial technology (FinTech), digital banking, cybersecurity, data-driven decision-making and regulatory expectations.
The programme is designed to be practical, strategic and executive-focused, using banking case studies, group discussions, scenario analysis and practical exercises to enable participants to apply concepts to their own institutions.
Programme Objectives
• Understand the changing banking environment and its implications for executive leadership and institutional strategy.
• Develop and evaluate effective banking strategies aligned with institutional objectives and market conditions.
• Strengthen strategic decision-making using financial, operational and customer intelligence.
• Understand the principles of effective corporate governance and board/executive oversight.
• Apply enterprise-wide approaches to identifying, assessing and managing banking risks.
• Examine emerging financial and non-financial risks, including technology, cyber, fraud, liquidity and operational risks.
• Understand the impact of FinTech, digital banking, artificial intelligence and automation on traditional banking models.
• Develop strategies for digital transformation and innovation within financial institutions.
• Strengthen regulatory compliance, risk culture and accountability across the organisation.
• Use data, analytics and technology to support executive-level decision-making.
• Examine cybersecurity, data protection and technology-related governance challenges.
• Analyse financial performance, capital adequacy, liquidity and profitability from a strategic management perspective.
• Strengthen crisis management, business continuity and organisational resilience.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, partnerships and new banking products and services.
• Apply strategic frameworks to real-world banking challenges through case studies and practical exercises.
Who Should Attend
• Heads of Divisions
• Head Office Senior Management
• Heads of Departments
• Executive Managers
• Senior Banking Managers
• Regional and Branch Management
• Risk Management Heads and Managers
• Compliance and AML/CFT Heads
• Internal Audit Executives and Managers
• Finance and Treasury Executives
• Credit and Lending Heads
• Corporate Banking Managers
• Retail Banking Managers
• Digital Banking Managers
• IT and Technology Executives
• FinTech and Innovation Leaders
• Strategy and Business Development Executives
• Governance and Legal Managers
• Operations Executives
• Senior Human Capital/Organisational Development Managers
• Other senior professionals involved in strategic banking decision-making
Course Outline:
Module 1: The Changing Banking Environment & Executive Leadership
• Global and regional banking trends
• Changing customer expectations and competitive pressures
• Traditional banking vs digital banking models
• Emerging challenges facing financial institutions
• Role of senior management in strategic transformation
• Executive decision-making and leadership
• Building an agile and resilient banking organisation
Module 2: Strategic Banking Management
• Strategic planning in financial institutions
• Developing a sustainable banking strategy
• Market analysis and competitive positioning
• Business model evaluation
• Customer segmentation and value propositions
• Growth and diversification strategies
• Strategic performance management
• Translating strategy into measurable results
Module 3: Financial Management & Banking Performance
• Understanding key banking financial indicators
• Profitability and performance management
• Balance sheet management
• Capital management
• Liquidity management
• Cost management and efficiency
• Revenue optimisation
• Financial forecasting and scenario analysis
• Executive interpretation of financial reports
Module 4: Corporate Governance & Executive Accountability
• Principles of effective banking governance
• Roles of the Board, executives and senior management
• Governance structures and responsibilities
• Risk and audit committees
• Accountability and transparency
• Ethical leadership and organisational culture
• Governance failures and lessons from banking cases
• Strengthening governance frameworks
Module 5: Enterprise Risk Management in Banking
• Banking risk landscape
• Enterprise Risk Management frameworks
• Credit risk
• Market risk
• Liquidity risk
• Operational risk
• Strategic risk
• Reputational risk
• Technology and cyber risk
• Risk appetite and risk limits
• Risk reporting to senior management and the Board
Module 6: Regulatory Compliance & Risk Culture
• Regulatory expectations in modern banking
• Compliance management
• AML/CFT and financial crime risks
• Know Your Customer (KYC)
• Customer due diligence
• Regulatory reporting
• Conduct risk
• Compliance monitoring
• Building a strong risk and compliance culture
Module 7: Financial Technology & Digital Banking
• FinTech ecosystem and emerging technologies
• Digital banking business models
• Mobile and internet banking
• Digital payments and electronic transactions
• Open banking and API-based services
• Digital lending
• Blockchain and distributed ledger technology
• Cloud computing in banking
• Banking-as-a-Service
• Strategic opportunities and risks associated with FinTech
Module 8: Artificial Intelligence, Data & Advanced Analytics in Banking
• AI applications in banking
• Machine learning and predictive analytics
• Customer analytics
• Credit scoring and risk modelling
• Fraud detection
• Automated customer service
• Data-driven decision-making
• Data governance and data quality
• Responsible and ethical use of AI
• Executive oversight of AI initiatives
Module 9: Cybersecurity, Digital Risk & Technology Governance
• Cybersecurity threats facing financial institutions
• Cyber fraud and financial crime
• Information security governance
• Technology risk management
• Data privacy and protection
• Third-party and cloud technology risks
• Incident response and crisis management
• Cyber resilience
• Executive and Board responsibilities for cyber risk
Module 10: Innovation, Transformation & Future of Banking
• Digital transformation strategies
• Innovation management
• FinTech partnerships and collaboration
• Designing customer-centric banking services
• Automation and intelligent banking
• Future banking operating models
• Managing organisational resistance to change
• Developing an innovation culture
• Preparing the bank for emerging technologies
Module 11: Crisis Management, Business Continuity & Organisational Resilience
• Banking crisis scenarios
• Liquidity and financial stress
• Operational disruptions
• Cyber incidents
• Business continuity planning
• Disaster recovery
• Crisis communication
• Executive decision-making during a crisis
• Institutional resilience and recovery strategies
Module 12: Executive Banking Strategy Case Study & Action Planning
• Integrated banking case study
• Identification of strategic, financial and operational challenges
• Risk and governance assessment
• Digital transformation opportunities
• Development of strategic responses
• Group presentations
• Executive action plan
• Institutional improvement priorities
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
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