A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering Basel III for VP-Level Risk Leaders in Global Financial Institutions
Turn regulatory depth into executive reach across risk, capital, and compliance functions
$199 one-time
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Most Basel III programmes focus on compliance checklists, not on positioning the practitioner to lead across silos
The situation this course is for
Senior risk professionals often have the technical skills but lack the structured approach to coordinate across capital planning, liquidity risk, and regulatory reporting teams. This creates invisible ceilings, where contributions remain functional rather than enterprise-wide. Without a shared implementation language, alignment stalls even when individual teams deliver.
Who this is for
VP-level risk, compliance, or capital planning leader at a global financial institution, technically strong but operating without central mandate, seeking to extend influence across functions and geographies
Who this is not for
Junior analysts, auditors focused on testing only, or consultants delivering one-off projects without ownership of institutional outcomes
What you walk away with
- Coordinate stress testing narratives across market risk, credit risk, and finance teams using a common framework
- Produce capital adequacy summaries that preemptively address internal and regulator follow-ups
- Lead ICAAP inputs without needing formal authority, using cross-functional templates and evidence flows
- Position yourself as the integration point between quantitative teams and senior leadership
- Deploy a repeatable process for Basel-driven capital planning cycles across quarters
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Basel III Architecture Overview
Break down the current Basel III framework structure including CRR2, CVA, leverage ratio, and output floor mechanics as implemented in major jurisdictions.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding the Basel III finalisation timeline and key milestones
- Core components of Basel III: capital, leverage, liquidity
- How CRR2 modifies capital treatment for credit risk
- The evolution of the output floor and its impact on model reliance
- CVA risk charge updates and implications for trading desks
- Leverage ratio buffer adjustments post-finalisation
- Net Stable Funding Ratio vs. Liquidity Coverage Ratio distinctions
- Jurisdictional variations: US, EU, UK, and APAC implementation paths
- Interaction between Basel III and local regulatory regimes
- Key differences from Basel II and transitional arrangements
- Role of the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision today
- How to track upcoming Basel revisions for early preparation
Module 2. Capital Adequacy Framework Design
Build a structured approach to tiered capital calculation, including Common Equity Tier 1, Additional Tier 1, and Tier 2 instruments.
12 chapters in this module
- Definition and components of Common Equity Tier 1 capital
- Regulatory adjustments to CET1 under Basel III
- Treatment of goodwill, DTA, and minority interests
- Additional Tier 1 instruments: features and constraints
- Tier 2 capital structure and subordination requirements
- Capital deductions: where banks commonly overstate
- Consolidation adjustments for cross-border entities
- Treatment of minority interests in consolidated capital
- Impact of regulatory capital treatment on funding strategy
- Interplay between internal capital models and reported ratios
- How capital ratios influence internal risk pricing decisions
- Common misalignments between finance and risk teams on capital data
Module 3. Standardised vs. IRB Approach Mapping
Compare standardised and internal ratings-based approaches for credit risk and identify optimal use cases.
12 chapters in this module
- Standardised approach: risk weights by exposure class
- Foundation IRB vs. Advanced IRB distinctions
- Eligibility criteria for IRB model usage
- Probability of default estimation methods
- Loss given default calibration techniques
- Exposure at default calculation under varying conditions
- Treatment of collateral and guarantees
- Large exposures framework integration
- Backtesting requirements for IRB models
- Model validation expectations from supervisors
- When to revert to standardised approach
- Common findings in model review cycles
Module 4. Leverage Ratio Implementation
Implement a consistent leverage ratio calculation across legal entities and business lines.
12 chapters in this module
- Definition of total exposure measure
- On-balance sheet items treatment
- Off-balance sheet conversions and adjustments
- Derivatives exposure calculation methods
- Securities financing transactions inclusion
- Clearing member exposure treatment
- Consolidation scope decisions
- Intercompany eliminations handling
- Reporting frequency and audit readiness
- Common calculation errors in practice
- Impact of leverage ratio on balance sheet optimisation
- How traders adapt to leverage constraints
Module 5. Liquidity Coverage Ratio Mechanics
Operationalise LCR calculation with correct stock and outflow/inflow assumptions.
12 chapters in this module
- High-quality liquid assets classification
- Stock of HQLA valuation and eligibility
- Total cash outflows: run-off rates by deposit type
- Contractual and non-contractual outflows
- Operational deposits treatment
- Cash inflows recognition and discounting
- LCR numerator and denominator construction
- Intraday liquidity monitoring integration
- Scenario testing for stress periods
- Common findings in liquidity reporting audits
- Interaction with resolution planning
- How treasury uses LCR outputs internally
Module 6. Net Stable Funding Ratio Design
Structure NSFR calculations with stable funding sources and required stable funding by asset class.
12 chapters in this module
- Available stable funding sources definition
- Required stable funding factors by asset type
- Wholesale funding treatment under NSFR
- Retail deposit stability assumptions
- Unsecured debt maturity considerations
- Securities financing transactions treatment
- Derivatives funding needs calculation
- Inter-subsidiary funding assumptions
- NSFR vs. LCR strategic implications
- Common gaps in implementation datasets
- How asset-liability committees use NSFR
- Long-term resilience planning using NSFR outputs
Module 7. ICAAP Process Integration
Embed ICAAP requirements into capital planning and stress testing workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- ICAAP governance structure design
- Scenario design for stress testing
- Reverse stress testing expectations
- Capital projection methodologies
- Profit and loss under stress assumptions
- Balance sheet depletion modelling
- Capital planning under multiple scenarios
- Integration with dividend and bonus planning
- Validation of ICAAP models
- Reporting to senior management and board
- Common findings in supervisory reviews
- How to position ICAAP as strategic tool
Module 8. Pillar 2A and SREP Readiness
Prepare submissions and evidence for supervisory review and evaluation process.
12 chapters in this module
- Pillar 2A definition and capital add-ons
- Supervisory stress testing expectations
- Internal capital adequacy assessment process
- Governance and oversight evidence
- Risk identification and aggregation
- Strategic risk inclusion
- Reputational risk integration
- Concentration risk reporting
- ICAAP narrative structure
- Evidence collection for auditors
- Engagement with supervisory teams
- Common gaps in SREP readiness
Module 9. Cross-Border Implementation Coordination
Align Basel III implementation across jurisdictions with differing requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- US GSIB surcharge implementation
- EU CRR2 transposition nuances
- UK PRA approach post-Brexit
- APAC variations by country
- Local liquidity requirements integration
- Consolidated vs. solo basis reporting
- Currency risk in capital ratios
- Transfer pricing impacts
- Intercompany lending constraints
- Regulatory reporting frequency differences
- Use of central internal models
- Conflict resolution in cross-border teams
Module 10. Internal Reporting and Dashboards
Design executive dashboards that communicate Basel III metrics clearly.
12 chapters in this module
- Key risk indicators selection
- Capital ratio tracking visuals
- Leverage and liquidity trend analysis
- Stress testing result presentation
- Model performance dashboards
- ICAAP narrative integration
- Board-level summary templates
- Finance team alignment
- Real-time monitoring tools
- Exception reporting triggers
- Audit trail integration
- Automated commentary generation
Module 11. Change Management for Basel Updates
Lead organisational adaptation to Basel revisions without central mandate.
12 chapters in this module
- Tracking Basel Committee consultations
- Internal stakeholder mapping
- Impact assessment methodology
- Model change coordination
- Process documentation updates
- Training needs analysis
- Testing and validation planning
- Communication strategy
- Vendor coordination for system changes
- Regulatory engagement preparation
- Timeline management across teams
- Post-implementation review process
Module 12. Sustaining Compliance Beyond Implementation
Embed Basel III compliance into business-as-usual processes.
12 chapters in this module
- Ongoing monitoring design
- Exception management workflow
- Model maintenance planning
- Data governance integration
- Periodic review schedule
- Audit preparation process
- Regulator inquiry handling
- Lessons learned documentation
- Succession planning for key roles
- Knowledge transfer mechanisms
- Continuous improvement cycle
- Benchmarking against peers
How this maps to your situation
- Current implementation phase at the firm
- Preparation for upcoming SREP cycle
- Post-merger capital planning integration
- Executive readiness for stress testing season
Before vs. after
Before
Working across risk, capital, and compliance teams without a shared language or structured coordination approach
After
Leading alignment across functions using a consistent, implementable Basel III framework without needing formal authority
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 90 minutes per module, designed for completion over one to two weekends.
If nothing changes
Without structured integration, even technically sound Basel III work remains siloed , limiting visibility into senior forums and slowing advancement into enterprise-wide leadership roles.
How this compares to the alternatives
Public courses focus on exam prep or high-level compliance , this is the only programme built specifically for senior practitioners leading implementation without formal mandate.
Frequently asked
Is this course suitable for non-technical risk leaders?
No , this is designed for technically fluent practitioners who need to lead coordination but don’t want to become compliance auditors. Fluency in capital calculations is required.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me in regulatory exams or audits?
Yes , the implementation playbook and templates are designed to produce regulator-facing outputs that hold up under scrutiny.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per module, designed for completion over one to two weekends..
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