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 training course will highlight:

• The current and future business and 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

Course Objectives

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

• Develop an appropriate strategic plan
• Evaluate strategic options based on risk and return
• Implement and manage strategic decisions
• Suggest and evaluate the bank’s asset and 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.

Organizational and Personal 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
• Improve their knowledge of the business & economic environment
• Be able to make or contribute effectively to strategic decisions
• Gain enhanced career prospects

Who Should Attend?

This McTimothy Training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Bank managers and senior professionals seeking a role in strategic management
• Bank professionals seeking to improve their knowledge
• Those responsible for implementing, managing, or dealing with change
• Those seeking to enter the sector
• Those with a keen interesting in banking and finance

Course Outlines

Understanding Strategic Management

• What is strategic management?
• Evaluating the current and future business and economic environment.
• Customer analysis and market segmentation.
• Vision, mission statement, values, objectives, and strategies: The elements of a strategic plan.
• Developing a strategic plan to meet future needs.

Strategic Management in Banking

• Strategic management in banking
• Evaluating the banks current position
• Evaluating strategic options and growth strategies
• Implementing strategic decisions
• Managing change

Developing a Strategic Product Portfolio

• Asset and liability management
• Aligning the product portfolio with risk and regulations (Basle)
• Developing international accredited banking product and service
• Online and digital banking as new strategies
• Evaluating performance: The balanced scored card approach

Mergers & Acquisitions in the Banking Sector

• What are Mergers and Acquisitions (M & A) and hostile takeovers?
• The benefits and problems of Mergers and Acquisitions (M & A)
• Valuing and financing a M & A
• Preparing staff for a Mergers and Acquisitions (M & A)
• Ensuring success for both the bank and staff post M & A

Risk Management Strategies in Banking

• Major risks facing banks.
• Developing a risk management strategy
• Measuring risk – VAR
• Stress testing and managing risk.
• Derivatives as a risk management tool