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Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions

Governance, Risk Management & Compliance for Financial Sector Professionals

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Mar 2026 London $ 5,950
04 - 08 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
20 - 24 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
05 - 09 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
16 - 20 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 London $ 5,950

Course Summary

The Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions training course equips experienced financial sector professionals with a comprehensive, integrated understanding of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) as it applies within regulated banking and financial institutions. Drawing on current best practice and the latest legal and regulatory requirements, the programme bridges governance theory with real-world supervisory expectations and operational realities.

Participants explore board effectiveness, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, financial crime governance, and internal audit convergence. Designed for experienced professionals, the course provides practical tools and strategic insight to strengthen governance culture, regulatory alignment, and principled performance within complex financial institutions.

Skills & Competencies

From this Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Integrated GRC Framework Application
  • Board Governance & Oversight Evaluation
  • Financial Risk Governance Expertise
  • Regulatory Compliance & AML/CFT Strategy
  • Crisis & Digital Risk Oversight
  • Governance Culture & Ethical Leadership

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions training course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply integrated Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) frameworks within regulated financial institutions
  • Evaluate board structures, committee mandates and director effectiveness
  • Assess and govern credit, market, liquidity and operational risks
  • Implement risk-based AML/CFT and financial crime prevention frameworks
  • Interpret emerging regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations
  • Strengthen governance culture and enterprise-wide risk oversight

How You Will Learn

This training course uses structured expert facilitation, guided discussion, analytical review of regulatory developments, and applied governance frameworks. Participants engage in practical governance analysis, peer insight exchange, and structured reflection to translate advanced regulatory principles into effective organisational application.

Who should Attend?

This Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions training course is suitable for experienced professionals in regulated financial institutions, including:

  • Board Members & Non-Executive Directors
  • Chief Risk Officers & Chief Compliance Officers
  • Chief Audit Executives
  • Senior Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Managers
  • Finance Directors & Treasury Professionals
  • Regulators & Supervisory Officials
  • Company Secretaries & Corporate Counsel
Course Outline
Day 1

Corporate Governance in Financial Institutions: Foundations and Board Effectiveness

This day examines corporate governance principles within regulated financial institutions and evaluates board effectiveness under current legal and supervisory expectations. It also explores governance culture and ESG integration within modern financial institutions. The topics covered will include:

  • Definition, principles and added value of corporate governance in regulated financial institutions
  • The latest legal and regulatory governance requirements applicable to banks, insurers and investment firms
  • Board composition, models and effectiveness evaluation
  • The CRO, CCO and CAE
  • Governance culture
  • Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) integration and current reporting obligations
Day 2

GRC Integration: Risk Management, Compliance & Internal Audit Working Together

This day focuses on integrating governance, risk management, compliance and internal audit into a unified GRC system. It examines the Three Lines of Defence model and emerging digital risk considerations. The topics covered will include:

  • The GRC perspective: governance, risk and compliance as an integrated system
  • The Three Lines of Defence model: roles, responsibilities and how convergence adds value
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Risk-based internal audit
  • Risk-based compliance
  • AI and digital risk management

Day 3

Banking Regulation and Financial Risk Governance

This day explores prudential and conduct regulation affecting financial institutions and examines governance oversight of key financial risks. Participants analyse capital adequacy, stress testing and operational risk under current regulatory frameworks. The topics covered will include:

  • The current regulatory landscape for financial institutions: prudential, conduct and supervisory requirements
  • Capital adequacy requirements
  • Credit risk governance
  • Market risk, interest rate risk in the banking book and liquidity risk
  • Operational risk: technology, conduct, third-party and outsourcing risk under current regulatory frameworks
  • Stress testing and scenario analysis

Day 4

Financial Crime, AML/CFT Compliance and Conduct Risk

This day addresses financial crime governance and risk-based AML/CFT compliance obligations. It reviews fraud, market abuse, conduct risk and regulatory expectations for compliance leadership. The topics covered will include:

  • Current AML/CFT legal and regulatory requirements
  • Money laundering and terrorist financing
  • Customer due diligence and politically exposed persons under current requirements
  • Fraud risk governance
  • Market abuse, conduct risk and consumer protection obligations
  • The MLRO and compliance function

Day 5

Crisis Governance, Digital Risk and Building Governance Culture

This day examines governance during crisis situations and addresses operational resilience and digital transformation oversight. It concludes with emerging fintech and digital finance governance considerations. The topics covered will include:

  • Board governance during financial crises
  • Operational resilience
  • Digital transformation governance: technology strategy oversight, AI and model risk, and cyber governance
  • Fintech, crypto-assets and digital finance

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 governance frameworks directly with their regulatory environment, supervisory expectations, and strategic risk profile. The programme can be contextualised to reflect jurisdiction-specific requirements, board structures, internal control maturity, and financial sector priorities, ensuring direct organisational relevance and measurable governance strengthening.

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 Corporate Governance for Banking & Other Financial Institutions training course.

  • Stronger alignment with SAMA expectations
  • Enhanced financial crime compliance readiness
  • Improved board-level regulatory confidence
  • Advanced prudential risk governance capability
  • Strengthened institutional resilience frameworks
  • Greater supervisory engagement effectiveness
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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

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No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

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