Helping businesses and individuals perform more effectively

Professional qualifications in banking & finance

We are The London Institute of Banking & Finance and we exist for a very simple reason – to advance banking and finance by providing outstanding education and thinking, tailored to the needs of business, individuals and society.

Our approach reflects what our customers have told us they want – relevant and flexible role-specific professional qualifications that help individuals and companies perform better.

Previously known as The Chartered Institute of Bankers / ifs University College, we are the only professional body for banking and finance with degree awarding powers. We have been based in the City of London since 1879, delivering leading financial education throughout the world that continues to set the industry standard.

Developing better professionals

We advance careers by equipping people with the knowledge and capability to perform more effectively and responsibly, through learning and professional recognition leading to Chartered status.

Our qualifications are developed by banking and finance sector experts and leading practitioners, and are respected as the industry standard. They are relevant for a range of roles and experience across retail, consumer, business, commercial and corporate banking, as well as meeting the regulatory requirements for practitioners in regulated advice.

We support firms and individuals to meet the requirements of the FCA’s Individual Accountability Regime by providing a series of qualifications in conduct and ethics.

Tailored around you

We’ve focused on the essentials, so your employees will cover more relevant content in a shorter timeframe and progress more quickly.

Our professional qualifications are highly flexible and designed to fit around busy work commitments. Our programmes can integrate with your in-house learning, providing recognition and accreditation to your training and staff development initiatives. Many of our qualifications are included in the Apprenticeship Standards in financial services.

The London Institute of Banking & Finance programme has contributed massively in strengthening the capability, competence and professionalism of our people to build credibility and confidence with our customers.

Jennifer E M Crawley, Deputy UK Director of Small Businesses, HSBC BANK PLC

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We are The London Institute of Banking & Finance and we exist for a very simple reason – to advance banking and finance by providing outstanding education and thinking, tailored to the needs of business, individuals and society.

Our approach reflects what our customers have told us they want – relevant and flexible role-specific professional qualifications that help individuals and companies perform better.

Previously known as The Chartered Institute of Bankers / ifs University College, we are the only professional body for banking and finance with degree awarding powers. We have been based in the City of London since 1879, delivering leading financial education throughout the world that continuesto set the industry standard.

Developing better professionals

We advance careers by equipping people with the knowledge and capability to perform more effectively and responsibly, through learning and professionalrecognition leading to Chartered status.

Our qualifications are developed by banking and finance sector experts and leading practitioners, and are respected as the industry standard. They are relevant for a range of roles and experience across retail, consumer, business, commercial and corporate banking, as well as meeting the regulatory requirements for practitioners in regulated advice.

We support firms and individuals to meet the requirements of the FCA’s Individual Accountability Regime by providing a series of qualifications in conduct and ethics.

Tailored around you

We’ve focused on the essentials, so your employees will cover more relevant content in a shorter timeframe andprogress more quickly.

Our professional qualifications are highly flexible and designed to fit around busy work commitments. Our programmes can integrate with your in-house learning, providing recognition and accreditation to your training and staff development initiatives. Many of our qualifications are included in the Apprenticeship Standards in financial services.

The London Institute of Banking & Finance programme has contributedmassively in strengthening the capability, competence and professionalism of ourpeople to build credibility and confidence with our customers.

Jennifer E M Crawley, Deputy UK Director of Small Businesses, HSBC BANK PLC

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The London Institute of Banking & Finance Professional Qualifications Framework provides clear pathways for career development and professional recognition through to Chartered status.

Whether students are new to the industry, keen to upskill their technical and specialist knowledge or an experienced practitioner, the framework supports individuals and organisations to develop the knowledge, skills and competence required of today’s banking and finance professionals.

A range of mandatory, role-based and specialist qualifications for banking & finance professionals.

ExpertThe Expert stage provides the pathway to Chartered status and is designed for those in, or aspiring to, senior roles.

To be awarded Chartered Associate status, candidates are required to achieve 135 credits (at least 75 at Level 6) and have three years of relevant experience. Candidates coompleting the level 6 Diploma in Financial Advice (Adv DipFA) are also eligible. Chartered status is maintained through membership of The London Institute of Banking & Finance and a commitment to a programme of annual CPD.

ProfessionalThe Professional stage offers a range of industry recognised qualifications designed to support those in management and graduate entrant roles. Candidates who achieve a minimum of 60 credits at Level 4 or 5, including the study of the compulsory Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (5PCE) qualification, are eligible to achieve the Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance designation and apply for Associate status of The London Institute of Banking & Finance.

PractitionerThe Practitioner stage provides a range of Certificate qualifications in specialist areas such as complaints handling, retail and commercial banking conduct and debt collection. Qualifications at this stage provide a good foundation for further progression and those holding a Certificate level qualification are eligible to apply for Membership of The London Institute of Banking & Finance.

Regulated Advice and Specialist RolesOur qualifications also support staff in regulated advice and specialist roles including trade finance and asset finance.

Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (6PCE)

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Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (5PCE)

Certificate in Retail Banking Conduct of Business (CertRBCB)

Certificate in Business Banking and Conduct (CertBB&C)

CHARTERED ASSOCIATESHIP135 credits with 75 at Level 6 including Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (6PCE)

+ three year’s relevant industry experience

PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN BANKING & FINANCE60 credits at Level 4 or 5, including Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (5PCE)

SPECIALIST & REGULATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Level 6 Diploma in Financial Advice (Adv DipFA)

Level 6 Award in Pension Transfers (AwPETR)

Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA)

CeMAP Diploma

The above qualifications can also contribute to the

Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance

Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice (CeMAP)

Certificate in Regulated Equity Release (CeRER)

Certificate in Financial Planning and Administration (CeFAP)

Certificate in Long-Term Care Insurance (CeLTCI)

UK Financial Regulation (UKFR)

Diploma in Asset Finance (DipAF)

Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees (CSDG)

Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS)

Financial Services Regulation & Ethics (FSRE)

The above qualifications can also contribute to the

Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance

Certificate in Supervising in a Regulated Environment (CeSRE)

Award in Supervising in a Regulated Environment (AwSRE)

Certificate for Automotive Finance Specialists (CertAutoFS)

Certificate in International Trade & Finance (CITF)

Certificate in Credit Union Professional Conduct (CeCUPC)

Certificate in Regulated Complaints Handling (CeRCH)

Award in Customer Complaints Handling (AwCCH)

Certificate in Consumer Debt Collection (CertDC)

Certificate in Principles of Payment (CertPAY)

ExpertStudy set at Level 6

of the RQF

ProfessionalStudy set at Levels 4

& 5 of the RQF

PractitionerStudy set at Level 3

of the RQF

RETAIL & CONSUMER BANKING BUSINESS, COMMERCIAL & CORPORATE BANKING REGULATED ADVICE SPECIALIST ROLES

CHARTERED ASSOCIATESHIPAdv DipFA + three year’s relevant industry experience

Retail Lending

Retail Financial Services

Diploma in Retail Banking Conduct of Business (DipRBCB)

Corporate Relationship Management

Commercial & Corporate Financial Services

Finance of International Trade

Diploma in Business and Commercial Banking and Conduct (DipBB&C)

Strategic Management in Financial Services

Digital Retail Banking*

Risk Management in Banking

Strategic Management in Financial Services

Corporate Lending

Advanced Work-Based Learning

Risk Management in Banking

* Under development

Our professional qualifications

Study ExperienceOur qualifications are delivered predominantly via online distance learning with a range of resources available to students, depending on the level and complexity of each programme, including:

• Online and printed learning materials

• Comprehensive week-by-week study guides

• Video and audio downloads

• Online discussions, webinars and tutorials

• Access to Knowledgebank, our e-library

Our student services team is also on hand to provide advice and guidance to students on navigating their studies, registering for assessments and dealing with changing circumstances.

Student Membership At the Professional Stage of our qualifications framework and above, all students become members of The London Institute of Banking & Finance for the duration of their studies. The cost of membership is included in the registration fee.

Membership gives students access to a range of services that can further support their development, help them build their professional networks and demonstrate their professional credentials.

Chartered status Chartered status is a mark of senior standing in the banking and finance industries. It demonstrates to employers, customers and regulators that the holder has reached the peak of professional education in their field. Chartered professionals make a commitment to ongoing development and the highest standards of conduct and ethics.

Chartered Associate status is awarded on completion of the Chartered Associate programme or the Level 6 Diploma in Financial Advice and is maintained through completion of high quality annual CPD.

Apprenticeships We have worked with employer groups on the development of Apprenticeships in financial services, covering entry and higher levels. Our qualifications are included in a range of Apprenticeship Standards providing valuable evidence of achievement against knowledge competencies.

If you are considering starting or expanding an Apprenticeship programme, then we can help you to navigate the requirements, deliver maximum value from your Apprenticeships levy and achieve the best outcomes for your organisation.

At a glance why partnering with us makes sense

Relevant and flexible role-specific professional qualifications

Practical learning to help individuals and companies perform more effectively and responsibly

Industry leading benchmarks developed and delivered by respected sector practitioners

Flexible and adaptable learning to fit around development needs and commitments, and provide pathways for progression

Regulatory qualifications enable individuals to achieve FCA examination standards

Chartered status and professional diplomas demonstrate a commitment to ongoing development and high standards

Supports firms and individuals to meet the requirements of the FCA Individual Accountability Regime

Partnering with our clients to provide accreditation of internal training programmes

Closely aligned to the new Apprenticeship Standards

Ongoing learning and development through access to our wider global community of like-minded individuals, leading industry thinkers and practitioners

The only professional body for banking and finance with degree awarding powers

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