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EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Get certified by joining Emirates Institute of Finance Certification Programs in collaboration with different international banking institutes.

ABOUT EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

The EIF learning pathways are now internationally accredited. The successful learners will be awarded a joint international certification by EIF and Chartered Banker Institute, UK. Chartered Banker Institute (CBI), established in 1875, was awarded the Royal Charter in 1975. CBI is UK’s largest Bankers Institute with over 30,000 members in different parts of the world.

THE EIF CERTIFICATION FRAMEWORK

  • The learning pathway is designed over a period of 1 – 2 quarters.
  • The successful learners will be awarded a joint certificate by EIF and CBI after the final assessment.
  • There will be formative and summative assessments during each learning pathway.
  • Completion of all the courses is mandatory to qualify for certification.
  • Summative assessment will be an objective online assessment conducted 4 times in a year covering all the topics covered in the learning pathway.
  • The pass percentage for successful completion of the international certification is 60%.
  • As these program are part of the EIF Annual Training Plan (ATP), there will not be any additional training cost.
  • However, an assessment and certification fee of AED 1,750 + VAT per person will apply for candidates appearing for the certification.
  • The learning pathway is targeted at an intermediate to advanced level focused on creating a working knowledge of the domain.
  • The ideal target audience is individual contributors with few years experience and/or new graduates being groomed for functional areas.
  • Existing experienced employees in the domain looking forward to updating their skills and getting certified can also join the pathway.
Learners who have attended the courses in the pathway at EIF in 2020, 2021, and 2022 can be exempt from attending these courses upon producing certificate of attendance

CREATING BUSINESS IMPACT FROM PATHWAY: SUGGESTIONS

1. Job Placement in respective domain while undertaking the learning journey

To ensure effective learning which translates to business impact, it is important that the learner is placed in the some domain while undergoing the learning journey.


2. Line Manager Involvement: Debriefing sessions

As the topics are highly technical in nature and involve practical aspects, the learning effectiveness is optimal when the line manager gets involved in the learning.

It is suggested that post each topic there is a one on one debriefing session.

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    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN FINTECH (EICF)

    Officials working in the areas of digital transformation, business strategy, process improvement and from relevant business domains.
    • Understand the dynamics of digital transformation in the financial services sector.
    • Understand the challenges and opportunities emanating from the fintech space.
    • Explore the use cases of blockchain in banking.
    • Explore how the technologies like AI, ML, Cloud, IoT, RPA etc. can be used in banking sector.
    • Understand the role of data protection and security.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: FINTECH

    01
    Fintech 101
    02
    Cybersecurity Essentials for All
    03
    Open Banking and API
    04
    Blockchain 101
    05
    AI & Machine Learning 101
    06
    Cloud Applications 101
    07
    Robotic Process Automation
    08
    Payment Tech
    09
    IoT Applications in Financial Sector
    10
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN RISK MANAGEMENT (EICRM)

    Officials currently working in different areas of risk management and people who are looking to explore a career in the risk management domain.

    • Understand the various risks faced by the bank and the risk management process.
    • Identify, quantify, manage, monitor various risks like credit, market, operational, liquidity and other risks.
    • Analyze the regulatory guidelines on capital and understand risk-based pricing.
    • Understand the importance of enterprise level risk management.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: RISK MANAGEMENT

    01
    Risk Management in Banks
    02
    Fraud Prevention & Detection Masterclass
    03
    Operational Risk Management
    04
    Business Continuity Planning
    05
    Key Risk Indicators in Risk Management
    06
    Credit Risk Management
    07
    Risk Adjusted Return on Capital
    08
    IFRS - 9 for Credit Professionals
    09
    Liquidity Risk Management
    10
    Market Risk Management
    11
    Stress Testing Masterclass
    12
    Enterprise Risk Management
    13
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN COMPLIANCE (EICC)

    MLRO, AML Manager, KYC & CDD Manager, Compliance Officer, Transaction Monitoring Officer, AML Sanctions Manager, Internal Auditor, FCC Compliance Officer or similar roles.

    • Understand the AML and CFT principles based on the UAE Federal Laws and Central Bank regulations.
    • Develop working knowledge in regards to the international recommendations and guidelines in the compliance domain from FATF and FSRs.
    • Identify the different types of sanctions and the sanction screening process.
    • Understand of international recommendations and guidelines relating AML /CFT/ FATCA /GDPR/CRS.
    • Understand the role of technology in combating financial crime.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: COMPLIANCE

    01
    KYC & CDD Compliance
    02
    AML & CFT Laws & Regulations
    03
    European Union Directives
    04
    Role of FATF & FSRBs
    05
    Financial Intelligence Units (FIU)
    06
    Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO)
    07
    Sanctions Monitoring
    08
    Transactions Monitoring
    09
    Trade Based Financial Crime Compliance
    10
    FATCA Rules & Regulations
    11
    Common Reporting Standards
    12
    GDPR Essentials
    13
    REGTECH
    14
    Effective Compliance Management Masterclass
    15
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN DATA ANALYTICS (EICDA)

    Analysts, Managers and others based on relevance.

    • Inspect, cleanse, transform and model data.
    • Discover useful information that supports decision making.
    • Present visual insights with dashboard and using charts.
    • Approach business problems analytically and analyze data to generate business insights.
    • Understand the usage of tools like Excel, Python, Power BI, Tableau Public.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: DATA ANALYTICS

    01
    Data Consolidation & Analysis using Excel
    02
    Dashboard using Excel
    03
    Data Visualization using Power BI
    04
    Dashboard using Tableau Public
    05
    Statistical Analysis using Excel
    06
    Analytics using Python
    07
    Introduction to Sales Analytics
    08
    Introduction to Fraud Analytics
    09
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN FRAUD MANAGEMENT (EICFM)

    Fraud Prevention and Detection Manager, Fraud Risk Monitoring Officer, Fraud Examiner, Fraud Control Unit Manager, Manager – Internal Control, Manager – Fraud Operations, Internal Auditor.

    • Identify and prioritize of fraud risks within the organisation.
    • Understand the different types and dimensions of fraud.
    • Familiarize with the key aspects of fraud prevention and detection for internal controls.
    • Understand the importance of fraud analytics – opportunities and challenges.
    • Plan and conduct internal fraud examination.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: FRAUD MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

    01
    Introduction to Financial Crimes
    02
    Cybersecurity Essentials for All
    03
    Phishing
    04
    Swim Swap
    05
    Malware & Ransomware
    06
    Internal Fraud
    07
    How Strong is my Password
    08
    Cheque Fraud Prevention
    09
    Identity Crime
    10
    Credit Card Fraud Prevention
    11
    Document Screening & Signature Verification
    12
    Fraud Prevention & Detection Masterclass
    13
    Introduction to Fraud Analytics
    14
    Fraud Investigation
    15
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN TREASURY MANAGEMENT (EICTM)

    Treasury Dealers, Treasury Mid Office, Treasury Back Office, Market Risk Management, Treasury Sales, Treasury Audit, and other related roles.

    • Understand the structure, role and working of the treasury function in a bank.
    • Understand the various asset classes and their application.
    • Analyze how to make profitable trading and investment decisions and manage the risk on the portfolio.
    • Apply the learnings to the actual dealing and trading environment.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: TREASURY PROFESSIONAL

    01
    Treasury Insights for Non-Treasury
    02
    Treasury Operations
    03
    Asset & Liabilities Management Primer
    04
    FX Primer
    05
    DCM & Fixed Income
    06
    Money Markets
    07
    Derivatives
    08
    Technical Analysis
    09
    Treasury & Portfolio Bourse Game
    10
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN TRADE FINANCE (EICTF)

    Corporate Relationship Managers, Trade Finance Specialist, Officials in Trade Finance & Credit Department, Internal Auditors.

    • Understand the fundamental principles of trade finance, parties involved and their roles in traded finance.
    • Understand the INCO terms, dealing with responsibilities of buyers and sellers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts for international trade.
    • Determine how the practices articulated in UCP 600 are applied by documentary practitioners.
    • Understand of Bank Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit and its legal frameworks.
    • Understand the various parties in the supply chain and the products offered to the clients.
    • Analyze trade based money laundering and other financial crimes.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: TRADE FINANCE PROFESSIONAL

    01
    Trade Finance Primer
    02
    Bank Guarantees
    03
    INCO Terms
    04
    Trade Finance Masterclass
    05
    Trade Finance Documents Examination (ISBP) Masterclass
    06
    Supply Chain Finance
    07
    Trade Based Financial Crimes
    08
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN QUALITY AND INNOVATION (EICQI)

    Quality Analyst, Quality Manager, Customer Experience Managers, IT Manger, Operations Manager, or similar related roles.

    • Demonstrate working knowledge of the concept of quality and its application in banking and financial sector.
    • Understand and apply quality management models like 5S, change management, seven tools of quality, business process re-engineering and lean six sigma.
    • Demonstrate working knowledge of agile principles and how it can be applied to the banking environment.
    • Understand the innovation culture in banking sector and how to embrace change in a positive way.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: QUALITY AND INNOVATION PROFESSIONAL

    01
    CBUAE Consumer Protection Standards Awareness
    02
    Customer Journey Mapping
    03
    RCA & Complaint Management
    04
    Basics of Process Management
    05
    Business Process Re-engineering
    06
    Lean Six Sigma
    07
    Understanding EFQM Model (Dubai Quality Awards)
    08
    Agile 101
    09
    Design Thinking Essentials
    10
    Creative Thinking & Problem Solving
    11
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN ISLAMIC RETAIL BANKING (EICIRB)

    Islamic Banking Professionals in Retail Banking, Operations, Sales etc.

    • Fundamental principles and key concepts of Islamic Banking and Finance.
    • Regulatory, Shari’ah and ethical framework for Islamic Banking and Finance Institutions.
    • Structure and mechanism of Islamic Retail Banking products and services.
    • AAOIFI Shari’ah standards for Murabaha and Ijarah.
    • Shari’ah compliance guidelines for documentation, procedure, and implementation of Islamic transactions.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: ISLAMIC RETAIL BANKING

    01
    Introduction to Islamic Banking
    02
    Islamic Liability Products
    03
    Islamic Asset Products
    04
    Card Products in Islamic Banks
    05
    AAOIFI Shari'ah Standard on Murabaha
    06
    AAOIFI Shari'ah Standard on Ijarah
    07
    Islamic Retail Banking Products — Checklist for Shari'ah Compliance
    08
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN INTERNAL AUDIT (EICIA)

    Internal Auditors, Compliance Officers, all staff of Audit and Risk Departments.

    • Identify areas to be audited by grouping, together end-to-end transaction and product processing cycles.
    • Prioritize auditable units and develop and implement risk-based auditing tools & techniques.
    • Create an effective AML audit / review program.
    • Identify treasury risks.
    • Review of treasury policy, operational risk controls, market risk controls and model code of conduct.
    • Review compliance with regulations and credit policy.
    • Plan and conduct internal fraud examination.
    • Understand the elements that contribute in implementing a comprehensive compliance monitoring and management system.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: INTERNAL AUDIT

    01
    Internal Audit
    02
    Credit Audit
    03
    Treasury Audit
    04
    Sales Audit
    05
    AML Audit
    06
    IT Security Risk & Audit
    07
    Fraud Investigations
    08
    Effective Compliance Management Masterclass
    09
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN WEALTH MANAGEMENT (EICWM)

    Wealth Relationship Managers, Assistant Relationship Managers, Portfolio Managers, Private Banking, Priority Banking and other related roles.

    • Demonstrate working knowledge of the wealth management domain.
    • Understand holistically the nature of the client’s requirements.
    • Develop working knowledge of various asset classes like equity, fixed income, real estate, structured products etc.
    • Understand how portfolio managers create and manage a portfolio based on the risk appetite of the client and the market conditions.
    • Understand the processes and tools of managing risks of the client portfolio.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: WEALTH MANAGEMENT

    01
    Investment Asset Classes & Vehicles
    02
    Industry Regulation
    03
    Understanding Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Financial Ratios
    04
    Financial Planning
    05
    Portfolio Creation & Asset Allocaiton Strategies
    06
    Equity Research Masterclass
    07
    ESG Investing
    08
    Technical Analysis
    09
    Behavioral Finance
    10
    Treasury & Portfolio Management Bourse Game
    11
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN CORPORATE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (EICCRM)​

    Relationship Manager, Assistant Relationship Manager, or similar client facing roles in Corporate and Business Banking.

    • Understand how to acquire, sustain, and offer the correct products to the corporate clients for all their business requirements.
    • Understand the clients business to assess business opportunity and risks.
    • Develop knowledge of sound credit proposals for approvals.
    • Know the compliance aspects regarding fraud and red flags to monitor and prevent losses.
    • Understand and analyze financial statements to know the financial strength of companies.
    • Acquire the skill of powerful negotiation, cross and upselling to increase the wallet share of the bank.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: CORPORATE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

    01
    Identifying Business Opportunities from Financial Statements
    02
    Understanding Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Class and Financial Ratios
    03
    Trade Finance Primer (Optional)
    04
    Treasury Solutions for Relationship Managers
    05
    Cash Management and Transaction Banking
    06
    Art of Cross Selling
    07
    Negotiation Skills
    08
    Fraud & AML Red Flags for Relationship Managers
    09
    Risk Adjusted Return on Capital — RAROC
    10
    Supply Chain Finance
    11
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN CREDIT ANALYSIS (EICCA)

    Credit Analyst, Credit Manager, Credit Operations, Credit Monitoring, Credit Risk or similar related roles.

    • Develop a working knowledge of the credit management process from initiation, underwriting, monitoring and credit risk management.
    • Understand and apply the credit analysis methodologies using financial statement analysis and other techniques.
    • Prepare sound credit proposals for approvals.
    • Develop a working knowledge on the credit documentation framework and methods.
    • Understand, analyze and report credit risk as per the Basel guidelines, IFRS – 9 etc.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: CREDIT ANALYSIS

    01
    Financial Statement Analysis Primer
    02
    Cashflow Statement Analysis
    03
    Identifying Red Flags using Financial Statement
    04
    Early Warning Indicators for Problem Loans
    05
    Credit Analysis using Bank Statement
    06
    Credit Appraisal Methods
    07
    Credit Documentation
    08
    Credit Risk Management
    09
    IFRS-9 for Credit Professionals
    10
    Assessment & Certification

    EIF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (EICEC)

    This program consists of three levels: Phase 1, Phase 2 and Business Communication. Phase 1 and Phase 2 focus on improving learners’ English language skills, while the Business Communication level aims to improve learners’ general professional correspondence abilities. All three levels employ a task-based learning approach, where learners learn by doing in order to complete real-world tasks they might encounter at work. The level of learners would be decided on the basis of initial Pre-Assessment.

    • Formulate written and spoken sentences that reflect accurate syntax, grammar and mechanics (i.e. word order, verb forms, and punctuation).
    • Compose clear and complete professional subject matter, including emails, proposals and/or presentations.
    • Use target terminology when speaking and presenting in a clear and courteous manner.

    LEARNING PATHWAYS: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

    PHASE 1: ENGLISH PATHWAY

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    Pre-Assessment
    01
    Active Listening
    02
    Modal Verbs
    03
    Cause & Effect
    04
    Tone of Voice
    05
    Clarifying & Summarizing

    PHASE 2: ENGLISH PATHWAY

    01
    Proposal Writing
    02
    Modal Verbs
    03
    Persuasive Writing
    04
    Polite Disagreement
    05
    Persuasive Speaking

    PHASE 3: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

    01
    Business Meeting Agendas
    02
    Giving & Receiving Feedback
    03
    Business Meeting Etiquette
    04
    Creating Presentations
    05
    Delivering Presentations

    OTHER PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

    FINTECH CERTIFICATIONS

    Certifications in Financial Technology or Fintech in collaboration with PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwC)

    EIF-PWC CERTIFICATE IN BLOCKCHAIN

    Blockchain technology is creating disruptive changes in the financial services industry. The use cases of Blockchain in the financial services industry include areas like KYC, Compliance, Trade Finance, Investment Banking and much more. EIBFS has partnered with PWC Academy, a global leader in fintech consulting, research and practice to deliver the joint certificate program for the learners in UAE.

    The learners will develop understanding about the Blockchain technology and its use cases in various domains, thus making them well equipped for future roles.

    The successful participants will be awarded the Certificate in Blockchain jointly by PWC & EIBFS, after an intensive coursework which includes pre-course reading, classroom sessions, post course case study and final examination.

    The investment in the program is AED 7500/per person which includes training, materials and registration costs for the exam.

    EIF-PWC CERTIFICATE IN FINTECH

    Financial Technology (FinTech) has disrupted the financial services industry across all levels. The scope and application of fintech includes almost all key areas of banking and financial services industry.

    EIF has partnered with PWC Academy, a global leader in fintech consulting, research and practice to deliver the joint certificate program for the learners in UAE. This certificate program delivered by the experts would discuss the Fintech applications, fintech ecosystem, key technologies driving the change and fintech strategies in their organizations.

    The successful participants will be awarded the Certificate in Fintech jointly by PWC & EIF, after an intensive coursework which includes pre-course reading, classroom sessions, post course case study and final examination. The investment in the program is AED 7500/per person which includes training, materials & registration costs for the exam.

    EIF-PWC CERTIFICATE IN DATA ANALYTICS

    Data is the most important resource in the world. It is perceived as the ‘new oil. Data analytics is emerging as the most trending buzzword in the corporate world given its impact on making effective decisions.

    This certificate program will discuss how data analytics can be used for effective decision-making. The participants will learn through hands on approach how to prepare data, analyze and use it for descriptive, and predictive analytics.

    The successful participants will be awarded the Certificate in Data Analytics jointly by PWC & EIBFS, after an intensive coursework which includes pre-course reading, classroom sessions, post course case study and final examination. The investment in the program is AED 7500 + VAT / per person which includes training, materials and registration costs for the exam.

    PROGRAM METHODOLOGY

    PRE-COURSE READING
    1 WEEK
    CLASSROOM TRAINING
    2 DAYS
    POST-PROGRAM CASE STUDY WORK
    2 WEEKS
    FINAL ASSESSMENT
    The successful learner would receive the certificate jointly form EIF and PwC.

    CERTIFICATE IN BLOCKCHAIN

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    CERTIFICATE IN FINTECH

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    CERTIFICATE IN DATA ANALYTICS

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    COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATIONS

    Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Certification in collaboration with ACAMS, USA

    OVERVIEW

    In 2001, ACAMS set out with the mission to establish an international standard for testing the knowledge of those entrusted with the detection and prevention of money laundering.

    Since its inception, CAMS has become the gold standard in AML certifications and the preparation process strengthens core capacity to combat financial crime and protect the institutions from AML.

    • Risks and Methods of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing
    • Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Methods Recognition of Risks
    • Compliance Standards for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CT) International Regional AML Compliance Program
    • AML / CFT Compliance Program Design in Different Industry Settings Maintenance of an Effective AML / CFT
    • Compliance Program
    • Conducting or Supporting the Investigation Process
    • SAR and STR Filing
    • Assistance of Institutional Investigations
    • Assistance of Legal and Government Inquiries Domestically and Internationally

     

    TARGETED AUDIENCE

    Anti-Money Laundering Officers, Compliance Officers, Government Regulators, Enforcement/Intelligence Agents, Internal & External Auditors, Intelligence Officers, Risk Management Specialists, Attorneys and Certified Public Accountants, Investment Advisors, Real Estate Compliance Specialists, and Consultants.

    PREREQUISITES: 2 years’ experience related to Anti Money Laundering/compliance area

    METHODOLOGY: Interactive program based on lectures, extensive use of case studies, class work, exercises, progress assessment, final exam

    DURATION: 15 hours training. 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Once a week

    INVESTMENT: AED 7500 + VAT / per person (includes training, 1 year membership with CAMS, exam registration & mock exam)

    OVERVIEW

    The Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS) certification is the global program for equipping professionals with the tools they need to understand and interpret changing sanctions regimes.

    The Certified Global Sanctions Specialists (CGSS) Certification is the culmination of five years of research and development on international sanctions compliance. The program equips professionals with the tools they need to understand and interpret changing sanctions regimes.

    CGSS is best suited for mid-to senior-level professionals, in the following areas:

    • Sanctions Compliance
    • Economic Sanctions
    • Financial Sanctions
    • Sanctions Screening
    • AMLICTE
    • AML Sanctions
    • Regulatory Compliance
    • Risk Management
    • Legal Counsel
    • Embargo
    • Compliance Technology
    METHODOLOGY

    Interactive program based on lectures, extensive use of case studies, class work, exercises, progress assessment, and final exam.

    INVESTMENT

    AED 7500 + VAT (includes training, 1 year membership with CAMS, exam registration, and mock exam)

    CISI CERTIFICATIONS

    Certifications in collaboration with Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment Qualifications.

    OVERVIEW

    The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is the largest and most widely respected professional body for those who work in the securities and investment industry in the UK and in a growing number of financial centers globally. By providing 8 professional qualifications, it will ensure that practitioners in the financial services industry attain the competence they need.

    TARGET AUDIENCE: SCA regulations for Brokers, AML/Compliance Team, Investors, Risk Management officers, etc.

    INVESTMENT: Based on qualification

    • Level 3: International Introduction to Investment
    • Level 3: UAE Financial Rules and Regulations
    • Level 3: Securities
    • Level 3: Operational Risk in Financial Services
    • Level 3: Risk in Financial Services
    • Level 3: Global Financial Compliance
    • Level 3: Fundamentals of Financial Services
    • Level 3: Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ)
    • Level 3: International Certificate in Wealth and Investment Management (ICWIM)

    Send us an email, for more details about this certification.

    RISK IN FINANCIAL SERVICE CERTIFICATION

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    CHARTERED FINANCIAL ANALYST CERTIFICATION

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    ISLAMIC BANKING CERTIFICATION

    A certification in collaboration with Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI)

    OVERVIEW

    Islamic banking and finance has witnessed phenomenal growth during last decade with the UAE developing into a global hub of Shari’ ah complaint economy and finance.

    As the number of financial institutions offering Islamic products is increasing, there is a pressing need for qualified professionals with in-depth knowledge of Islamic banking transactions and products who can meet the requirements of this growing Islamic finance market.

    With the establishment of the HA, the Higher Shariah Authority, the Islamic Banking sector in the UAE is set for transformational changes. The HS is supervising the implementation of Shariah Standards issued by AAOIFI, the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions. All financial institutions offering Islamic products must be fully complaint of the AAOIFI standards.

    The program Certified Islamic Banker’ aims to develop qualified personnel with strong knowledge of Shariah standards, Islamic banking products and operations as well Islamic financial market operations amongst employees across all functional areas to avoid any non-compliance issues.


    PROGRAM INVESTMENT: AED 7500 + VAT person including training, exam fees and certification

    After the completion of this course, the learners would be able to understand the:

    • Key guiding principles of Islamic banking and finance
    • Islamic banking VS conventional banking: Main differences in fund management and operations
    • Regulatory and Shari’ah framework for Islamic banking and finance institutions
    • Overview of the AAOIFI Shariah Standards for most used transactions
    • Types and structure of Islamic banking products; Liability products, Asset products, corporate banking products; Investment products
    • Islamic financial market operations; Islamic stocks, Sukuk* Takaful products
    MODULES
    • Module 1: Islamic banking concepts and operations; AAOIFI Shari’ah Standards for most used transactions
    • Module 2: Islamic Liability Products and Card Operations
    • Module 3: Islamic Asset Products
    • Module 4: Islamic Corporate/Business and Trade Financing, and Working Capital Financing
    • Module 5: Islamic Financial Markets and Takaful Operations

    LEAN SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT CERTIFICATION

    A certification collaboration with the International Quality Federation, United States of America.

    OVERVIEW

    Green Belts play a very important in any six sigma project. This certification has been developed to equip the participants with the skills/ competency expected from a green belt. The certification focusses on the basic tools and techniques of the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology and how they can be implemented in banking. The programs is custom designed for bankers and looks at real life examples of how six sigma can be implemented in the banking/financial sphere.

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    Upon completion of the program, the participants will be required to pass the IQF exam which is administered online. Participants will also be encouraged to lead and complete one project within 1 year of course completion, coaching for which will be provided by EIF faculty.

    PREREQUISITES: A basic understanding of quality or Lean Six Sigma training from EIF

    METHOD OF DELIVERY: Interactive program based on lectures and case studies.

    DURATION: 60 hours

    TARGETED AUDIENCE: Process managers, Project leaders, Operations Managers

    PROGRAM INVESTMENT: AED 7,000 + VAT/person

    COURSE CONTENT

    I

    DEFINE PHASE

    • The Basics of Six Sigma
    • Six Sigma Fundamentals
    • Selecting Lean Six Sigma Projects
    • The Lean Enterprise

    II

    MEASURE PHASE

    • Process Definition
    • Six Sigma Statistics
    • Measurement System Analysis
    • Process Capability

    III

    ANALYZE PHASE

    • Patterns of Variation
    • Inferential Statistics
    • Hypothesis Testing
    • Hypothesis Testing with Normal & Non-Normal Data

    IV

    IMPROVE PHASE

    • Simple Linear Regression
    • Multiple Regression Analysis

    V

    CONTROL PHASE

    • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
    • Six Sigma Control Plans

    GREEN & SUSTAINABLE FINANCE CERTIFICATION

    A certification collaboration with Chartered Banker.

    ABOUT THE PROGRAM

    This certification is focused at developing the learner’s knowledge, understanding and skills relating to green and sustainable finance by providing an overview of, and introduction to, the underpinning science, principles, and practice of the field. It aims to increase the learner’s knowledge and understanding of the range of green and sustainable products and services in the banking, investment, and insurance sectors supporting the transition to a low-carbon world.

    On completion of this certification, the learner should be able to:
      • Explain what is meant by ‘green’ and ‘sustainable finance, and the ways in which the finance sector can support the transition to a sustainable, low carbon economy.
      • Explain the role of a range of key players and policy and regulatory frameworks in building and supporting a sustainable financial system
      • Explain the importance of monitoring, measuring, and reporting the flow of investment to support the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon world.
      • Examine the nature and importance of key climate related and environmental risks, and how different types of financial services activity, products and services can improve the quality and functioning of the natural environment and natural systems.
      • Describe the role of the financial service sector, in supporting the development of green and sustainable finance and the transition to a low carbon economy

    MODE OF DELIVERY: Self-paced E-learing followed by a two-day Final exam preparatory training.

    PROGRAM DURATION: As the program is primarily self-paced E-learning, it can be completed in minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 12 months.

    PROGRAM INVESTMENT: AED 6500 + VAT/Person

    CLIMATE RISK CERTIFICATION

    A professional certification collaboration with Chartered Banker.

    SUMMARY

    Managing climate-related risks and supporting the transition to a low-carbon world are amongst our most significant global challenges. Central banks and financial regulators consider the identification, measurement, and disclosure of these risks to be a priority. Recognising the strategic importance of this topic, the Chartered Body Alliance have developed their first joint qualification, the Certificate in Climate Risk. This qualification is aimed at financial services risk professionals (or aspiring risk professionals) globally who wish to develop and demonstrate their knowledge of climate risk.

    On completion of this certification, the learner will be able to:
    • Describe climate change and its impacts on the environment, economy, society, and the financial services sector.
    • Identify, describe, and classify climate-related financial and non-financial risks, and the impacts of these on the economy, society, and the financial services sector.
    • Examine the challenges in measuring, monitoring, and reporting climate risks, and the availability and quality of data.
    • Outline common approaches to modelling climate risks, including the use of scenario analysis.
    • Examine regulatory approaches and responses to climate risk at global, regional, and national levels, and their impacts on the financial services sector.
    • Discuss the opportunities for the financial services sector in supporting the transition to a sustainable, low carbon world.

    MODE OF DELIVERY: Self-paced E-learning followed by a two-day Final exam preparatory training.

    PROGRAM DURATION: As the program is primarily self-paced E-learning, it can be completed in minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 12 months.

    PROGRAM INVESTMENT: AED 6500 + VAT / Person

    CIPD CERTIFICATIONS

    The following are CIPD certifications from Level 3, 5, and 7.

    CIPD qualifications are global benchmark qualifications for HR professionals covering various areas like organizational development, Learning and development, talent management, business partnering and other strategic HR areas. This program is delivered in collaboration with a specialized partner in the domain vices in the banking, investment, and insurance sectors supporting the transition to a low-carbon world.

    OVERVIEW:
    • Business culture and change in context
    • Principles of analytics
    • Core behaviours for people professionals
    • Essentials of people practice

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    Professionals operating at entry level but with aspirations of rapid advancement to management level to increase their knowledge and ability relating to HR, L&D and business issues.

    OVERVIEW:

    • Organisational performance and culture in practice
    • Professional behaviours and valuing people
    • Talent management and workforce planning
    • Leadership and management development
    • Evidence-based practice
    • Employment relationship management
    • Reward for performance and contribution

     

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    For those operating at management or at a level higher in people management to increase their knowledge and ability relating to people management and business issues.

    OVERVIEW:
    • Organisational performance and culture in practice
    • Professional behaviours and valuing people
    • Learning & Development design to create value
    • Facilitate personalised and performance focused learning
    • Evidence-based practice
    • Supporting self-directed and social learning
    • Leadership and management development

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    For L&D Professionals operating at a management or higher level to increase their knowledge and ability in learning and development and how the function relates to business issues.

    OVERVIEW:
    • Work and Working Lives in a Changing Business Environment
    • People Management and Development Strategies and Performance
    • Personal Effectiveness, Ethics & Business Acumen

    Business Research in People Practice (involves a research project):

    • Strategic Employment Relations
    • Strategic Reward Management
    • Resourcing and Talent Management to Sustain Success
    • Well-being at Work

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    Experience people practitioners, operating at or about to advance to strategic level in either people management or development. For those who wish to extend their skills, shape strategy, policy and people practice.

    Assessments: All 3 qualifications are assessed by written assignment, there are no exams.

    Cost of Program:
    • Level 3: AED 17,000 + VAT
    • Level 5: AED 23,000 + VAT
    • Level 7: AED 34,000 + VAT

    Payment Terms: Payment must be made within 1 month of the course start date.

    Delivery Method: Virtual Instructor Lead Training on Zoom.

    RETAIL BANKER CERTIFICATION

    To achieve the Certified Retail Banker qualification, it is required to complete all three awards mentioned below. However, they can be taken individually as well.

    OVERVIEW:

    The “Level 5 Award in Certified Retail Banker” involves the knowledge, skills, and competencies of three National Qualification Awards:

    • 01: Award in Retail Banking Customer Service
    • 02: Award in Retail Banking Operations
    • 03: Award in Retail Banking Sales

    Learners will be required to complete the three awards to achieve the Certified Retail Banker qualification. However, they can also choose to take the qualifications individually. All th awards have been designed, developed, and verified by RNDC and sub committees of industry experts, and have been approved by the National Qualifications Authority.

    TARGETED AUDIENCE:
    • Individuals aspiring to work in retail bank environment within the sales, service and operations departments.
    • employees with up to 5 years work experience retail bank environment within the sales, service and operations departments, who are looking forward to enriching their skills.

    DURATION:
    • Program start date: ( 7 weeks) including classroom sessions & assessments
    • No. of Classroom sessions – 15 days
    • No. of Assessment sessions – 7 days (Assessment time may vary for each module. For some modules assessment time could be 1 – 2 hrs only).

    PRE REQUISITES:
    • Working knowledge of English Language to meet the requirements of the Award.
    • Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree holders. or individualswith 3 years of banking experience.

    METHOD OF DELIVERY:
    • Exclusive delivery and assessment methods have been adopted to measure the learning outcomes and performance criteria.
    • Job shadowing, guest speakers, professional discussions, assignments, projects and portfolio development are allocated in notional hours.
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