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Strategic Management & Best Practices in Banking

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Strategic Management & Best Practices in Banking

Strategic Planning for the Digital Age

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
06 - 10 Jul 2026 London $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950

Introduction

This Strategic Management and Best Practices in Banking training course will enable banks to evaluate their current position in order to make effective strategic plans fit for the future needs of their customers, the economy and business environment. The training course examines the fundamental principles of strategic management which are then applied to the banking sector enabling bankers to make strategic decisions in line with their risk profile and regulatory requirements.

This training course evaluates the various options available for growth by stress testing and various risk management tools. As a result of those attending delegates will be able to contribute to major strategic decisions to ensure sustainability and profitability for the bank.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

  • The current & future business & economic environment facing banks
  • The essential elements of a strategic plan in banking
  • Asset, liability, and risk management
  • Strategic product portfolio for a digital age
  • Regulatory requirements in banking which influence strategic decisions

Objectives

At the end of this training course, you will learn to:  

  • Develop an appropriate strategic plan
  • Evaluate strategic options based on risk & return
  • Implement & manage strategic decisions
  • Suggest and evaluate the bank’s asset & liability portfolio
  • Act within regulatory requirements

Training Methodology

This Strategic Management and Best Practices in Banking training course will be conducted along workshop principles with formal lectures and interactive worked examples. Relevant cases will be used to illustrate the application of each tool in an operation environment. Each learning point will be re-enforced with practical exercises. The instructor will clearly explain and demonstrate how these techniques are applied using  real-life examples.

Organisational Impact

Organizations will gain:

  • Improved awareness of business and economic conditions
  • A strategic mindset throughout the organization
  • Improved risk management and strategic evaluation of options facing the bank
  • Improved decision making and management skills
  • Staff who have increased confidence and understanding

Personal Impact

As a result of attending this training course delegates will:

  • Improve their knowledge of the business & economic environment
  • Be able to make or contribute effectively to strategic decisions
  • Gain enhanced career prospects
  • Improve their knowledge of strategic planning which they can apply to their bank
  • Be able to analyse and critically evaluate strategic issues

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Bank managers & senior professionals seeking a role in strategic management
  • Bank professionals seeking to improve their knowledge
  • Those responsible for implementing, managing, or dealing with change
  • Those seeking to enter the sector
  • Those with a keen interesting in banking & finance
Course Outline
Day 1

Strategic Management

  • What is strategic management?
  • Evaluating the current & future business & economic environment
  • Customer analysis & market segmentation
  • Vision, mission statement, values, objectives & strategies: The elements of a strategic plan
  • Developing a strategic plan to meet future needs
Day 2

Strategic Management in Banking

  • Strategic management in banking
  • Evaluating the banks current position
  • Evaluating strategic options & growth strategies
  • Implementing strategic decisions
  • Managing change
Day 3

Developing a Strategic Product Portfolio

  • Asset & liability management
  • Aligning the product portfolio with risk and regulations (Basle)
  • Developing international accredited banking product and service
  • Online & digital banking as new strategies
  • Evaluating performance: The balanced scored card approach
Day 4

Mergers & Acquisitions in the Banking Sector

  • What are Mergers & Acquisitions (M & A) and hostile takeovers?
  • The benefits & problems of Mergers & Acquisitions (M & A)
  • Valuing & financing a M & A
  • Preparing staff for a Mergers & Acquisitions (M & A)
  • Ensuring success for both the bank & staff post M & A
Day 5

Risk Management Strategies in Banking

  • Major risks facing banks
  • Developing a risk management strategy
  • Measuring risk – VAR
  • Stress testing & managing risk
  • Derivatives as a risk management tool
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

Participants include professionals from public sector, semi-government, and private sector organisations, across a wide range of roles and industries. Attendees range from administrative and operational professionals to technical specialists, managers, and senior decision-makers.

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