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Monetary policy stance: Firming Inflation Expectations Anchor Amid Rising Price Pressures

Published By: RBA

Published On: May 18, 2026

Published In: Latest news Publication Publications Research

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FINANCIAL INSTITUTION ANALYSIS THROUGH BANK SIMULATION (B@NKSIM)

PROPOSED DURATION: • 5 DAYS

Learning objectives:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the main methods used by external observers to analyse financial institutions.
  • Explain the major decisions currently taken in the banking sector and their implications.
  • Analyse how different areas of the banking business interact to influence overall business and financial performance.
  • Interpret the overall strategy of their financial institution and its key drivers.
  • Apply knowledge from the simulation game to connect and synthesise the topics covered during the four previous modules.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND FINTECH

PROPOSED DURATION: • 4 DAYS

Learning objectives:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Assess the main transformation drivers impacting their institution and translate them into clear priorities.
  • Map a priority customer journey and identify concrete opportunities to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
  • Compare key digital banking business models (platforms, partnerships, BaaS, embedded finance) and select relevant options for their context.
  • Select and justify high-value digital/AI/data/cloud use cases, including value, feasibility, and key risks.
  • Define a pragmatic transformation roadmap (quick wins + mid-term initiatives) with governance, KPIs and change/adoption actions.
  • Present a concise “transformation blueprint” to stakeholders (structure, rationale, and expected outcomes).

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT: Leading as a Manager Coach

PROPOSED DURATION: • 4 DAYS

Learning objectives:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Reflect on their personal leadership style and managerial role.
  • Adopt a coaching mindset to empower and develop their team members.
  • Manage performance effectively while maintaining motivation and engagement.
  • Identify and develop future talents within their organization.
  • Balance team care with self-care for sustainable leadership.

SUSTAINABLE FINANCE AND ESG

PROPOSED DURATION: • 2 DAYS

Learning objectives:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Map ESG priorities to their bank’s strategic objectives and identify 2–3 concrete areas for integration (e.g., lending policies, product design, client segmentation). 
  • Design governance arrangements by defining clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes for ESG within their organization. 
  • Embed ESG factors into existing risk management frameworks, including credit, market, and operational risk assessment practices. 
  • Interpret and apply relevant ESG regulations and reporting standards to their bank’s context, identifying immediate compliance gaps and actions. 
  • Develop a practical, step-by-step action plan to implement ESG initiatives in their own bank, including quick wins and longer-term priorities.

STRATEGY, GOVERNANCE, & INTERNAL CONTROL

PROPOSED DURATION: • 5 DAYS

Learning objectives:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Define and monitor long-term strategies in alignment with the Mission, Values, and Risk Appetite set by the Board of Directors.
  • Translate the fundamental principles of corporate governance into robust and effective organisational practices.
  • Apply the Fit and Proper requirements at both Non-Executive and Executive levels.
  • Identify and explain the expected contributions of Commercial, Support, and Control functions within a sound risk management framework.
  • Describe the positioning, purpose, and functioning of the Risk Management, Compliance, and Internal Audit functions.
  • Distinguish between the main financial and non-financial risk categories to which a financial institution is exposed and outline the associated risk management tactics and mitigating measures.
  • Explain the risk management cycle and analyse the interrelationships across risk categories, including the cause-and-effect domino dynamics between them.