Banking Fundamentals
Build a practical understanding of how banks operate, make money and manage financial performance. Explore bank balance sheets, funding, capital, liquidity and key performance measures to build the confidence to understand and discuss modern banking.
Understand how banks work
Explore key banking functions
Build practical banking knowledge
At a glance
Pathways
4
CPD Credits
5.5
Learning Hours
5
Expert Presenters
8
English
subtitles English
Level
Foundational
Education conditions
100% Online
Certificate type
Shareable Certificate
About this Program
Banks sit at the heart of the financial system, but understanding how they operate requires more than knowing the products they offer. This course explores the fundamental mechanics of banking, from how a bank balance sheet works and how banks generate returns to the role of funding, capital and liquidity. Through expert-led learning, you’ll develop the knowledge needed to interpret bank performance, understand the factors that influence financial strength and engage more confidently in banking-related discussions.
What you will learn
Explain how banks operate and generate revenue
Interpret the key assets, liabilities and equity on a bank balance sheet
Understand the role of funding and deposits in a bank’s business model
Distinguish between bank capital, liquidity and solvency
Assess key measures of bank financial performance and resilience
Understand how regulation and capital requirements influence bank strategy and decision-making
Who is this for?
This course is designed for professionals who need a strong grounding in how banks operate, including those working within financial services as well as professionals who regularly work with, advise or analyse banks. It is particularly suitable for early-career professionals, new joiners and those moving into banking-related roles.