Program
First part of the CIOP training program
TRACK ONE
Introduction to financial markets
The introduction to financial markets course gives you an excellent overview of the financial markets, financial products and the important processes, which take place in the financial world. The course is divided into five parts:
- The financial market and its participants.
- Financial instruments.
- Processes in financial markets;
- Financial Markets today.
- The basics of financial mathematics.
With regards to the basics of financial mathematics the following topics will be discussed: simple interest and discount rate, compound interest, bond yields, risk management measures, geometric and arithmetic returns, normal distribution and covariance and correlation.
The blended learning course introduction to financial markets includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Introduction to financial markets.
- 9 may, 17 november
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request.
TRACK TWO
Portfolio Management
The Portfolio management course provides an in-depth understanding of portfolio management strategies and financial instruments. The course is divided into four parts:
- Overview of portfolio management theories.
- Asset allocation in an international environment.
- Extensive overview of financial instruments (equities, bonds, commodities, hedge funds, private equity, and real estate).
- Introduction to derivatives (options, futures, and swaps).
With regards to portfolio management theories, the course will cover Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT), the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), and the Efficient Market Hypothesis (EMH), including discussions on the Nobel Prize winners behind these theories.
With regards to financial instruments, both pricing and various sub-instruments/strategies will be discussed, along with the diversification benefits of each.
The blended learning course portfolio management includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Portfolio management.
- 20 february, 31 october
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
TRACK THREE
Securities Operations and Asset Servicing
The Securities Operations and Asset Servicing course is designed for professionals in asset and fund services departments. The course is divided into four parts:
- Participants and processes involved in the clearing and settlement of trades.
- Risk mitigating measures.
- Interoperability, its current market situation, complexity, and clearinghouse selection.
- Different electronic solutions.
With regards to clearing and settlement of trades, the course covers processes such as novation, netting methods (trade-for-trade and continuous net settlement), and various settlement methods, including pre- and post-settlement processes.
With regards to electronic solutions, the course discusses customer-specific tools, web-based platforms, and the widely used SWIFT messaging system.
The blended learning course Securities operations and asset servicing includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Securities operations and asset servicing.
- 28 march, 15 november
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
Second part of the CIOP training program
TRACK FOUR
Compliance and regulatory risk
The Compliance and Regulatory Risk course is designed to update and enhance participants’ knowledge of risk management related to regulatory supervision and requirements, providing insight into current compliance topics. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical examples and real-life cases and is structured as follows:
- Supervision in the financial services industry.
- Risk management governance, methodology, and risk mapping.
- Systematic Integrity Risk Analysis (SIRA).
- Compliance governance and framework.
- Actual compliance topics, including:
- AIFMD
- ESG
- DORA
- AML
- Sanctions
Managing regulatory risk in financial institutions is complex and varies by institution type, services, clients, and geographical focus. The course explores governance models, risk management methodologies, and risk mapping approaches, with an in-depth discussion on SIRA.
With regards to compliance, the course will cover the distinction between the broad concept of compliance and regulatory compliance. It will provide insights into best-practice compliance governance and the core components of a compliance framework. Several current compliance topics will be discussed in detail, with room for questions from participants’ daily practice.
The blended learning course Compliance and regulatory risk includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Compliance and regulatory risk.
- 23 april, 24 september
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
TRACK FIVE
AI in Finance
The AI in Finance course provides participants with insight into big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics, exploring their applications in various business cases. The course highlights the role of AI in KYC and AML, demonstrating the balance between human and artificial intelligence in combating financial economic crime. The course is structured as follows:
- Business Process Management.
- (Big) Data Management.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Machine Learning (ML).
- Robotics Process Automation (RPA).
- Applying AI in compliance through a KYC/AML business case.
With regards to Business Process Management, the course covers fundamental concepts such as Target Operating Models, Business Process Management, and Business Process Mining.
With regards to Machine Learning (ML), participants will be introduced to ML fundamentals, Deep Learning (DL), and Natural Language Processing (NLP).
The blended learning course AI in finance includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate AI in finance.
- 4 april, 10 october
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
TRACK SIX
Treasury and Financial Risk Management
The Treasury and financial risk Management course is designed to update and enhance participants’ knowledge of treasury functions and financial risk. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical examples and real-life cases to provide a comprehensive learning experience. The course is structured as follows:
- Positioning of Treasury Management in the organization.
- Treasury within financial institutions.
- Balance sheet and liquidity management.
- The relationship between Treasury and Risk Management.
- Currency and interest rate management.
- Financial instruments and hedging.
Upon completion of the course, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the treasurer’s role, the relationship between Risk Management and Treasury, and the importance of effective cash and foreign currency management. The course will also provide insights into commodities as an investment category and the significance of asset and liability management.
The blended learning course Treasury management and financial risk includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Treasury management and financial risk
- 9 april, 8 september
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 ex VAT
- In company pricing upon request
TRACK SIX
Blockchain in Finance
The Blockchain in Finance course provides participants with a solid understanding of blockchain technology and its applications in financial processes such as fund trading, corporate action processing, clearing, and settlement. The course is structured as follows:
- The Truth about Blockchain.
- Smart Contracts.
- Proof of Work vs. Proof of Stake.
- Bitcoin Energy Consumption.
- The Social Innovation of M-Pesa and Digital Currencies.
- Ethereum – Hyperledger – Corda.
- Governance in the Age of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology.
With regards to Proof of Work vs. Proof of Stake, the course explores and compares these two consensus mechanisms used in blockchain networks. It explains their fundamentals, adoption rates, and transaction verification models, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of Proof of Stake.
With regards to Governance in the Age of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, the course examines the impact of blockchain on governance, different blockchain environments, and implications for risk functions. It also presents a risk and controls framework by PwC and introduces the concept of digital continuous auditing.
The blended learning course Blockchain in finance includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Blockchain in finance.
- 23 may, 21 november
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
TRACK SIX
Derivatives
The Derivatives course aims to enhance participants’ knowledge of derivatives through a combination of theoretical learning and practical application. It builds upon concepts introduced in other courses, such as Portfolio Management, and provides a deeper understanding of derivatives. The course is structured as follows:
- Overview and history of the derivatives markets.
- Futures and options pricing models.
- Option strategies.
- Risk management of options and futures.
- Introduction to swaps and swap pricing.
With regards to option strategies, the course covers long calls, long puts, covered call writing, bull and bear spreads, strangles, straddles, condors, and butterflies, utilizing spreadsheets for practical application.
With regards to risk management, the course explores the Greeks—delta, gamma, vega, theta, and rho—along with the differences between exotic and plain vanilla options.
The blended learning course Derivatives includes access to digital study materials, a one-day classroom training session, and a MC exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the participant receives the CIOP certificate Derivatives.
- 14 march, 2 october
- Venue: Millennium tower, Amsterdam
- Blended learning course €795 (ex VAT)
- In company pricing upon request
