This diploma is designed for individuals who are involved in the financial management of their bank, including junior officers up through CEOs, CFOs, and other senior officers making key decisions that affect bank profitability.

The courses required for this diploma cover the analysis of bank performance, the measurement and management of interest rate risk, and the management of funding, liquidity and capital. The required courses all use the same textbook that provides participants with the basic concepts in each of the areas. Each of the courses includes exercises in which participants apply these concepts to their own institution. Candidates should have an understanding of accounting and financial markets before beginning the required courses. Experience in the use of electronic spreadsheets is helpful but not required.