
Explore derivatives as tools for hedging and speculating across equities, rates, FX, and commodities; compare exchange-traded and OTC contracts, and learn pricing models and risk metrics.
Course Description:
This course provides a clear and practical overview of the Basel 3.1 regulatory reforms, sometimes referred to as the “final Basel III package.” It is designed to help learners understand how these changes reshape banking capital requirements, credit risk, operational risk, and the overall prudential framework.
You will learn how to:
Explain the objectives and key reforms introduced under Basel 3.1
Understand the updated credit risk framework, including revised risk weights and wholesale/retail exposures
Explore market and CVA risk changes, and their impact on capital requirements
Review the operational risk framework and simplification of approaches
Understand the output floor and its role in aligning standardised and internal models
Examine the integration of Basel 3.1 with IFRS 9 and other regulatory requirements
Map exposures and calculate risk-weighted assets (RWAs) using standardised, foundation, and advanced approaches
By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently interpret and apply the Basel 3.1 reforms, with practical examples and structured explanations that link directly to real-world banking practice.
This course is designed for:
Risk and compliance professionals in banking and finance
Credit risk analysts, actuaries, and consultants working with regulatory models
Students and early-career professionals preparing for roles in financial risk management
Prerequisites:
No prior regulatory experience is required, but a basic understanding of banking and risk concepts will be useful.
AI Disclosure (per Udemy policy):
This course uses artificial intelligence (AI) only for voice narration. All regulatory content, explanations, and teaching materials are authored and reviewed by the instructor to ensure accuracy and quality.