Credit Risk Analysis in Banking and Financial Institutions

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Understanding and Applications of Credit Risk in Banking and Financial Institutions

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts, methodologies, and tools used in credit risk management within financial institutions and corporations. Credit risk—the possibility of loss due to a borrower’s failure to make payments as agreed—is one of the most critical components of financial risk. Learners will explore the nature of risk, with a specific focus on credit risk, understanding how it differs from other types such as market and operational risks.

The course begins by defining risk in the financial context and explains the origins and implications of credit risk, which arises primarily from loans, bonds, trade receivables, and other credit exposures. Learners will learn about the various types of credit risk, including default risk, concentration risk, counterparty risk, and sovereign risk.

A key component of the course is credit risk measurement and assessment, where learners will explore both quantitative and qualitative approaches. This includes financial statement analysis, credit scoring systems, credit ratings, probability of default (PD), exposure at default (EAD), and loss given default (LGD). The course also discusses internal rating systems and external credit assessment institutions such as credit rating agencies.

Learners will gain hands-on insights into credit risk models used in the industry. The course also covers portfolio models of credit risk such as CreditMetrics, CreditRisk+, and KMV, along with regulatory frameworks like Basel Accords which guide risk-weighted asset calculation and capital requirements.

Additionally, the course covers credit risk mitigation strategies such as collateral management, credit derivatives (e.g., credit default swaps), guarantees, netting agreements, and diversification. Real-world case studies and practical exercises will be used to illustrate the implementation of these concepts.

By the end of the course, learners will have a strong understanding of credit risk and how it is identified, measured, managed, and mitigated in practice. This course is ideal for those aiming for careers in banking, credit analysis, risk management, or financial consulting.