MBA www.smurfitschool.ie/bankers-emba Executive MBA in Regulation and Compliance The Institute of Bankers School of Professional Finance The Association of Compliance Officers in Ireland MBA Programme for managers and professionals working in Regulation and Compliance. Executive MBA programme (two years, part-time). Delivered in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) by UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business in partnership with the Institute of Bankers’ School of Professional Finance and in association with the Association of Compliance Officers of Ireland (ACOI). UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business www.smurfitschool.ie/bankers-emba 1 Executive MBA in Regulation and Compliance UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business is Ireland’s leading Graduate Business School and competes with the best internationally, driven by a faculty of committed, world-class professionals. The School has over 1200 students and a global network of 10,000 alumni. The value of an MBA for student and employer lies both in the quality of the programmes and the reputation of the School. Both the Financial Times and the Economist list UCD Smurfit School of Business among the top 100 Business Schools world wide and the school has consistently been ranked the leading business school in Ireland. Evidence of the quality of UCD Smurfit School MBA programmes is the triple accreditation held by the school from AACSB International (US), AMBA (UK) and Equis (EU), the so-called ‘Triple Crown’ of MBA Accreditations. 2 www.smurfitschool.ie/bankers-emba The Institute of Bankers School of Professional Finance The Institute of Bankers’ School of Professional Finance The Institute of Bankers in Ireland is the professional education body for the banking and financial services sector in Ireland. It is one of the world’s oldest and best respected banking institutes with over 33,000 individual members and over 40 corporate members. In the current academic year, the Institute enrolled more than 9000 students on its portfolio of educational programmes. In May 2006, the Institute’s School of Professional Finance became the first ever external entity to become a recognised school of UCD. Programmes delivered by the School of Professional Finance include a Bachelor of Financial Services and MSc in Risk Management The Association of Compliance Officers of Ireland (ACOI) ACOI is the professional body for compliance professionals. Its main objectives are to - provide a forum for compliance officers - assist members to fulfil their duties - facilitate training and education - promote knowledge and understanding of compliance and business ethics. The ACOI’s Professional Diploma in Compliance Programme is the benchmark qualification for compliance professionals. UCD Smurfit School Executive MBA in Regulation and Compliance The MBA in Regulation and Compliance is designed specifically to develop the knowledge, skills and perspective required for leaders and senior professionals in regulation and compliance. The MBA qualification is regarded internationally as the hallmark of successful managers- a prerequisite for individuals and organisations who seek to gain competitive advantage. It equips motivated individuals with an exceptional portfolio of academic and practical business skills. Studying for an MBA from UCD Smurfit School enables students to apply both creative and analytical thinking to every business issue. At the same time it also provides students with a unique framework from which to develop their experience, build on their strengths and nurture their individual talents. The MBA programme suite at UCD Smurfit School is focused on producing leading-edge MBA graduates. The aim is to help participants achieve their professional goals in the most practical way possible. While academically rigorous and very demanding, these programmes are intended to be practical in focus. Regulation and compliance are key areas supporting the growth, credibility and viability of the Irish economy. For industry to consolidate the huge growth experienced in recent years, it is vital that a cadre of regulators and compliance professionals of the highest quality be developed. The Executive MBA in Regulation and Compliance is designed to create this cadre. It is underpinned by an innovative design, combining the academic excellence of UCD Smurfit School with the professional leadership of the ACOI in regulation, compliance and ethics and the experience and insight of the Institute of Bankers’ School of Professional Finance in professional education. The MBA is designed to produce graduates who are both specialists in the field of regulation and compliance and have the knowledge and skills to provide leadership and strategic direction within their own units and their organisations as a whole. Programme Mission The key mission objectives of the Executive MBA in Regulation and Compliance are: · To deepen understanding of the key components of the firm and the markets in which it operates · To develop an insight into management concepts and techniques and their application in the work environment · To enhance analytical, problem solving and decision making skills applicable in general management, compliance and regulation · To develop understanding of strategy and leadership in complex, changing organisations · To provide specialist knowledge in the fields of regulation and compliance and to integrate this knowledge with the managerial orientation of the programme · To cultivate interpersonal skills. Who Should Undertake this Course? Suitable for managers and professionals in · compliance functions · regulators and professional firms Programme Structure This two-year, part-time programme is run over four semesters, as follows: Semester 1 Introduction to General Management & Competitive Strategy Business Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility Decision Making & Data Analysis Financial Reporting Performance-driven Marketing Theory of Regulation 3 www.smurfitschool.ie/bankers-emba Semester 2 Management Accounting Economic Policy & Business Financial Markets & Valuations Operations Management in Financial Services Treasury, Foreign Exchange & Derivatives Semester 3 Leadership in Organisations & Cross- cultural Management Global Strategic Management Strategies for Human Resources Strategic Issues in Financial Services Theory & Practice of Compliance Semester 4 Strategic Implementation & Management of Change Risk Management Project Management Management for Compliance Risk Information Systems Teaching Faculty The teaching faculty will include both academics from UCD Smurfit School as well as leading practitioners. Teaching /Learning Methodology At UCD Smurfit School equal weight is given to formal and informal education. Learning is both classroom based and project-based, using experiences and expertise to solve business challenges. Both individual and team-based assignments form the backbone of the course through lectures, casework and projects. Diversity reigns with students sharing different backgrounds and experiences, personalities and learning styles in a true reflection of the workplace. Lectures, discursive and interactive, projects and cases help students apply what they learn to genuine problems experienced at work. This bridges the gap between the School and the workplace. Being able to draw upon skills students learn helps them deal with issues in the workplace more effectively. Orientation Week Last week in August (block-release). During this pre-programme week students will cover: · Introduction to Quantitative Analysis for Business · Introduction to Financial Accounting · Management Communication · Team Development & Working in Groups · Case Study Analysis · Away Day Standard Entry Requirements: · A university degree (any discipline) or equivalent professional qualification. · Successful completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550 · A minimum of three to five years relevant business experience · Two references, normally from current or former employers Examination and Assessment Examinations are held mid-way and at the end of each semester. The final degree award is determined from the composite grade for all module assessments across all four semesters of the programme. Most individual modules are assessed on a mixture of continuous assessment and written examinations. Location All lectures take place in the Education Centre, Institute of Bankers’ School of Professional Finance at 1 North Wall Quay, Dublin. Lectures will generally take place two evenings per week from 5:30 pm to 9:45 pm. In addition, a limited number of intensive 3-4 day modules may also be included. Applications Process Admissions are administered by the Institute of Bankers. Please complete the MBA programme application form and submit, together with supporting documents. Applications forms may be downloaded from the Institute web site at www.bankers.ie/emba or may be completed on-line. Candidates will be expected to attend an admissions interview. Emphasis is placed on the candidate’s objectives in undertaking the programme, their commitment to it and their ability to contribute to a team-based learning environment. Closing Date for Applications The deadline for receipt of applications to the programme is Friday, 11 July 2008. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis, if places are available. Further Information MBA Programme Director School of Professional Finance Institute of Bankers 1 North Wall Quay Dublin 1 Telephone: +353 1 6116526 (Direct) Fax: 353 1 6116565 Email: emba@bankers.ie Fees Further information may be obtained by contacting the MBA Programme Director. Certified Banker Designation Members of the Institute of Bankers who successfully gain the MBA qualification and who have at least 3 years relevant work experience are eligible to apply for designation as a ‘Certified Banker’. The Certified Banker (CeB) designation is the most prestigious exam-based professional designation offered by the Institute. Those awarded this designation have the education and experience for a wide range of managerial roles in banking and financial services.