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Date
June 22, 2026
Program Duration
5 days
Language
English
Fees
46,000
In Class Training
London
About Program
The Oxford Bank Governance Programme represents the pinnacle of executive training, merging the academic prestige of Saïd Business School with cutting-edge practices shaping the future of global banking. The program aims to empower decision-makers to anticipate regulatory shifts and manage strategic risks through a global lens that addresses modern market complexities. By focusing on innovation and regulatory compliance, the program refines leadership thought to enhance institutional resilience, ensuring leaders can steer their organizations toward sustainable growth that transcends competitive challenges and places them at the forefront of influential pioneers in the international banking landscape.
Program Goals
Strengthen your ability to lead the board effectively and with impact.
Apply global governance frameworks to ensure compliance and enhance performance.
Deep understanding of the latest trends in risk management and financial regulation.
Develop sustainable growth strategies that align with corporate values.
Stay up-to-date with future technological and regulatory developments in banking.
Join us for an unforgettable journey of exceptional learning
This program enables participants to gain a comprehensive understanding of essential financial concepts without requiring an accounting background. It covers financial statement analysis, the use of financial ratios for decision-making, budgeting, cost management, and capital project evaluation, with a strong focus on hands-on applications through exercises, simulations, and case studies. Program location: on the university campus.
Program Structure
5 Days
Program duration
4 guest
Number of guest speakers
In-person / Virtual
Application process
English
Program language
10 modules
Number of training modules
Program Agenda
In Class Training
Global theories and standards for effective corporate governance in banking
Creating resilient banking organisations
Understanding the view of regulators and navigating the changing business and regulatory environment
What is the board’s role in practice - and what are our legal, social and environmental responsibilities?
Developing board culture, and influencing organisational culture
Managing brand reputation and franchise at board level
In Class Training
Global regulatory architecture and developments
Bank capital regulation (Basel II/III and CRD IV) and understanding the view of the regulators
How do banks effectively respond to crises, and develop robust recovery and resolution plans?
Best practice capital and liquidity management
In Class Training
Measuring and managing credit, market and operational risks
Understanding the role of internal and external risk factors and managing them effectively
What can boards do to scrutinise and question risk management? And what is the regulators perspective on effective risk management?
Board awareness of financial statements and understanding issues in financial reporting
International developments in financial reporting for banks
In Class Training
Strategic decision making in responding to competitive pressures and the changing market environment
Building a responsible and ethical business to drive growth and mitigate risk
Understanding market structure and dynamics in search of growth
The boards’ role in developing organisational strategy
Addressing new challenges and opportunities like climate change through sustainable banking and lending
In Class Training
What will the bank of the future look like, and what will its role in society be?
Digital disruption and its implications for banking – Big data, FinTech, RegTech, Blockchain, and AI
The changing risk landscape – cyber-risk, disintermediation risk, sustainability risks
The future of regulation in banking
Geo and socio-political developments and their impact on bank strategy and governance
Trainers
Venture into a whole new realm of knowledge
Admission Criteria
10+ years of professional experience, specifically in banking, finance or financial services
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5+ years in a senior leadership position, ideally advising bank boards
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Experienced or aspiring board directors in banking, finance or financial services
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Experienced or aspiring non-executive directors in banking, finance or financial services
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Audit, compliance and legal professionals working with bank boards
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Last date for registration: one month prior to the program start date
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Application Process: Your Journey Starts Here
The admissions team will carefully review all elements of your application. The selection process will take up to eight weeks from the date of submission of a completed application.
Step 1
Online application and video interview
Step 2
Pre-selection and decision
Step 3
Interview with acceptance
Step 4
Admission Committee
Step 5
Final decision
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