Financial Institutions and Risk Management, 7.5 hp

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the role and management of financial institutions, with a particular focus on risk assessment and mitigation. Students will examine key risk categories — including credit, liquidity, market, foreign exchange, operational, and technological risks — within the framework of global regulatory standards such as Basel guidelines. The course emphasizes analytical skills for evaluating financial statements, calculating essential ratios and risk measures, and assessing institutional stability. Contemporary topics such as financial innovation and sustainability are integrated to ensure relevance in today’s evolving financial landscape. The course combines theory with practical applications to prepare for professional challenges in banking and risk management.