The Language of Banking Course
The Language of Banking provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals and principles of finance and banking. Learners will gain comprehensive knowledge of different banking methods, products, and services. This course covers a range of key topics relevant to the modern-day banking industry, including accounting, credit fundamentals, compliance, digital banking, agile methodologies, and essential soft skills like emotional intelligence, flexibility, problem-solving, and stress management. On completion of this course, learners will have acquired vital knowledge of the banking industry and how it works.
Course level
Undergraduate
Course duration
max. 8 weeks
Estimated time per week
5-10 hours
Course prerequisites
None
Cost
$ -
Course credits
None
Relevant jobs
Entry-level banking jobs
The Language of Banking Course Overview
Name basic accounting principles and explain how financial statements are used in banks
Recall key credit concepts and principles including credit risk origination, governance, and credit facility types.
Identify basic banking operations that are critical to the functions of a bank.
Compare and contrast digital and traditional media marketing
List features of internal and external risk management compliance that guide banks in minimizing risk around actions such as due diligence and money laundering
Identify various financial markets and recall treasury products
The Language of Banking Course Skills
How will I learn?
Learning Experience
Your course starts on the first of the month. The course consists of 4 modules, and is designed to take you eight weeks to complete. Nexford’s learning design team has purposefully created courses to equip you with competencies mapped to the skills employers are looking for. Each course has 5-7 learning outcomes based on the skills employers need. Everything you learn gives you measurable skills you will use to succeed in today’s world of work.
Nexford courses are not live or recorded lectures. Instead, they’re reading, videos, interactive elements, quizzes and relevant case studies. Programs include assessments, peer-to-peer discussions, and a final project to practice what you’ve learned in a real-world context. Program content is available 24/7 during the course, and you have opportunities for collaboration and networking with learners during and after your program. Our global community of learners work at top companies such as Microsoft, Deloitte, and Google.
Nexford courses are rigorous and they encourage critical thinking - because we care about what you know how to do not what you know you have regular hands-on assessments reflecting the business world.
Course Outline
| Modules |
|---|
| 1: Banking Business Overview |
| 2: Digital Banking |
| 3: Office Productivity Tools |
| 4: Essential Traits and Leadership Skills |
How will I be graded?
View the catalog to learn about how this course is graded.
What will I get after completing the course?
You'll get real skills you can use at work, straight away.
Once you've taken one course, you can take more. Using stacked credentials, you’re able to take enough courses to make a certificate, and take enough certificates to build a degree.
What support will I receive?
When you have a dedicated team on your side, you'll never be alone studying at Nexford. Hailing from many different countries and with online education expertise, our faculty provides you world-class support. Ask them questions during one-to-one office hours or live chat, email them any time, and get individual feedback on your assessments.
While you’re learning, you’ll also have full access to the Nexford online library, which includes access to millions of full-text articles, industry reports and key sources such as the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times and The Economist.
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The Language of Banking Course Testimonials
My weekly reflective journal is my Nexford highlight. Thanks to faculty support, I continually apply principles to my enterprise – and I've been able to scale beyond considerable measure.
