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Banking & Financial Intermediation

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Banking & Financial Intermediation

The Role of Banks and Financial Intermediaries

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
20 - 24 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

Banks and financial institutions play a major role in the development and stability of society, but recent events have highlighted the need for professionals to understand their risks, functions, and impact. This training course examines the role of banks and financial intermediaries, the financial markets they operate in, and the instruments they use, such as derivatives, to manage or reduce risk. Participants will develop a strong understanding of the monetary and financial system, banking services, balance sheets, and credit provision fundamentals. The Banking & Financial Intermediation training course equips professionals with the knowledge to evaluate credit risk, interpret bank financial statements, and grasp the key functions that financial intermediaries perform in both stable and turbulent environments.

Across five days of interactive learning, delegates explore how banks operate, how financial instruments are applied, and how financial crises influence banking practice, while acquiring practical tools to analyse risk and recommend appropriate banking services. Emphasis is placed on understanding the core mechanics of financial intermediation, identifying risks, and interpreting how financial markets affect institutional stability. The Banking & Financial Intermediation training course prepares banking professionals, credit analysts, and finance stakeholders to make informed decisions and contribute to financial stability and effective risk management.

Skills & Competencies

From this Banking & Financial Intermediation training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Financial intermediation understanding
  • Credit risk evaluation
  • Banking services analysis
  • Financial statement interpretation
  • Risk reduction techniques
  • Regulatory and financial market insight

 

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Banking & Financial Intermediation training course, you will learn to:

  • Evaluate the role and risks of financial institutions as intermediaries.
  • Recommend or seek appropriate banking services.
  • Analyse a bank’s income statement and balance sheet.
  • Evaluate credit risk and make lending decisions.
  • Use financial instruments for profit and risk management.

How You Will Learn

Learning unfolds through structured exploration of banking principles, financial markets, and risk analysis techniques. Participants examine financial instruments, case scenarios, and practical examples that reinforce understanding of intermediation roles and credit decision-making. Emphasis is placed on applying analytical thinking to real-world banking practices to enhance confidence and capability in financial evaluation.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals involved in banking, credit evaluation, finance decision-making, or those seeking a deeper understanding of financial intermediaries and markets.

This Banking & Financial Intermediation training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Professionals responsible for making credit decisions
  • Relationship managers providing banking services
  • Those with aspirations to become credit analysts
  • Professionals seeking finance on behalf of their organisation
  • Individuals with interest in the banking sector and financial crisis

 

Course Outline
Day 1

An Overview of The Monetary Financial System

This day introduces the structure and functions of the monetary and financial system, and the scope of financial intermediation. Participants explore core financial markets, instruments, and the concept of disintermediation. The topics covered will include:  

  • The Monetary & Financial System
  • What is Financial Intermediation?
  • The Role & Scope of Banking & Financial Intermediation
  • Financial Instruments & Securitisation
  • Financial Markets
  • Disintermediation
Day 2

Banking Services

This day focuses on the various services banks provide to personal and business clients, including accounts, savings, investment options, and international trade functions. The topics covered will include:

  • Personal & Business Services
  • Current Accounts & Payment Services
  • Savings & Deposits
  • Investments
  • Private Banking & Wealth Management
  • International Trade
Day 3

The Bank’s Balance Sheet & Income Statement

This day explores the components of a bank’s balance sheet and income statement, and the role of central banks in shaping financial operations. The topics covered will include:  

  • The Roles of the Central Banks
  • Retail, Investment & Private Banking
  • The Bank’s Income Statement
  • The Bank’s Balance Sheet
  • Assets & Liabilities
  • Capital Adequacy & International Regulation
Day 4

Providing Credit – the Bank’s Major Role

This day focuses on credit provision, credit analysis, risk-return trade-offs, and other lending considerations within banking. The topics covered will include:  

  • Types of Finance: Assets, International Trade & Working Capital
  • Off Balance Sheet Finance
  • Credit Analysis/Evaluating Credit Applications
  • The Bank’s Risk Return Trade Off
  • Reducing Risk 
  • Monitoring & Controlling Lending
Day 5

The Financial Crisis and Lessons Learnt

This day examines the causes and consequences of the financial crisis, the role of derivatives, and regulatory responses. The topics covered will include:  

  • Causes of the Financial Crisis
  • Consequences of the Financial Crisis
  • The Role of Derivatives
  • Lessons Learnt
  • International Regulatory Requirements
  • The Confidence Function
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this in-house training course enables organisations to align financial intermediation principles, credit analysis techniques, and risk evaluation with internal banking policies, operational priorities, and regulatory expectations. Customisation ensures participants focus on real organisational scenarios that strengthen financial expertise and decision-making capability.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Banking & Financial Intermediation training course:

  • Stronger credit risk evaluation capability
  • Greater understanding of core banking functions
  • Enhanced financial decision-making confidence
  • Deeper insight into balance sheet and income analysis
  • Improved risk management and mitigation skills
  • Expanded knowledge of financial instruments and markets

 

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