Trainings

Apply Now, Deadline - May 10, 2024

MAKING MARKETING A STRATEGIC FUNCTION IN BANKING, Training Course

Overview

In the contemporary banking sectors, effective marketing of banking products and compliant advertising practices are paramount to thrive amidst competition and regulatory requirements. This training programme is essential as it equips bankers with the skills to understand customer needs, optimise product portfolios, and drive revenue growth through targeted marketing strategies. By navigating advertising regulations and monitoring campaign effectiveness, bankers can enhance brand visibility, build customer trust, and contribute to the overall success and profitability of their institutions. This training not only fosters professional development but also ensures that bankers are equipped to leverage marketing as a strategic tool in enhancing the market position and reputation of banks in the evolving financial landscape. The MBF Academy provides a first-class training course empowering professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in marketing their products and services. This course will run for eleven days comprising the theoretical-empirical sessions alongside visiting Oxford city and the London Sightseeing Tour to complement the programme.

Application details

Extended Deadline - March 22, 2024

INTERNATIONAL TRADE HORIZONS: ELEVATING BANKS IN EXPORT-IMPORT EXCELLENCE,

Training Course

Overview

In a rapidly evolving global economic landscape, the success of banks hinges on their ability to navigate the intricacies of international trade. The "International Trade Horizons: Elevating Banks in Export-Import Excellence" training course is meticulously crafted to offer an immersive and comprehensive exploration of export-import operations, empowering banks to excel in the dynamic world of cross-border transactions. This course provides an excellent opportunity for professionals to gain insights into the latest trends and innovations shaping global trade. Moreover, participants will acquire practical skills to streamline export-import operations and reduce inefficiencies and learn effective strategies to navigate risks associated with cross-border transactions. This will ultimately elevate their organisations’ role in the global trade landscape through strategic decision-making. The MBF Academy provides a first-class training course empowering professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in international trade. This course will run for eleven days comprising the theoretical-empirical sessions alongside visiting the SEACITY Museum (Southampton) and the London Sightseeing Tour to complement the programme.

Application details

Extended Deadline - March 15, 2024

THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF SWIFT IN INTERNATIONAL TRANSACTIONS FINANCIAL ECOSYSTEM:

STRATEGIC INSIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND PRACTICE, Training Course

Overview

In the dynamic landscape of global finance, cross-border payments play a pivotal role in fostering economic growth, facilitating international trade, and connecting financial institutions worldwide. For international finance professionals, understanding and mastering the intricacies of cross-border transactions is not just a necessity but a strategic imperative. Specifically, cross-border payments are the lifeblood of international trade. Efficient and seamless transactions are essential for businesses engaged in import and export activities, promoting economic partnerships on a global scale. Moreover, access to cross-border payment systems enhances financial inclusion by allowing individuals and businesses to participate in the global economy. It opens doors to a broader range of financial services and investment opportunities. In addition, a comprehensive understanding of cross-border payments is crucial for mitigating risks associated with currency fluctuations, regulatory compliance, and geopolitical factors. Bankers equipped with the right knowledge can navigate these challenges adeptly. The MBF Academy provides a first-class training course empowering international finance professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the realm of cross-border payments, with a specific focus on the strategic importance of SWIFT. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will gain a competitive edge in navigating the intricacies of international transactions, ensuring the seamless flow of funds and fostering financial excellence on a global scale. This course will run for eleven days comprising the theoretical-empirical sessions alongside visiting the SEACITY Museum (Southampton) and the London Sightseeing Tour to

complement the programme.

Application details

Extended Deadline - February 25, 2024

HEALTH INSURANCE. EFFECTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN SELLING INSURANCE PRODUCTS, Training Course

Overview

Since Covid-19 pandemic, state hospitals and medical clinics have been under extreme pressure and the patients have been experiencing long waiting times. Although health insurance is not the thing people would use every day, but having one provides reassurance when the worst occurs. One could access to healthcare at private hospitals and clinics rather quickly with the health insurance. Therefore, health insurance provides substantial peace of mind and less anxiety for people about their future. On the

other hand, the insurance industry has been turbulent being impacted by some essential disruptors including digitalisation of insurance functions, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) as well as changing customer preferences and tastes. To remain competitive, insurance companies need highly skilled professionals to better support their customers and team members as well as to manage business challenges. Therefore, the MBF Academy, based in the United Kingdom, will be organising a first class executive training course for professionals supporting them in developing ownership of important skills through the combination of their theoretical, technical, and business knowledge. The aim of this seminar is to (1) explore mandatory and voluntary health insurance policy, and (2) introduce the applications of effective technologies in selling and distributing insurance products. Upon its competition, the participants will have improved their skills enabling them to manage complex problems and responsibilities associated with their professional roles. The course will run for eleven days including the theoretical-empirical sessions alongside visiting the SEACITY Museum (Southampton) and the London Sightseeing Tour to complement the programme.

Application details

March 26 - April 5, 2024

CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES IN CORPORATE MANAGEMENT, Training Course

Overview

Over the period March 26 - April 5, 2024, the MBF Academy organised an up-to-date

training course on "Contemporary Challenges in Corporate Management and HRM" empowering

corporate and HRM professionals with the skills, knowledge and experience required to meet the

challenges of their roles professionally and efficiently. Overall, 14 professionals from various

organisations of Uzbekistan, namely, Agrobank, Aloqabank, OrientFinansBank, Trastbank, Inha

University in Tashkent and Leader Finance Capital attended the training in Bournemouth, UK. The

programme included corporate management and HRM-related lectures, seminars and discussions,

tours in London, Cardiff, Oxford and Salisbury (Stonehenge). A training course Gala Dinner at

the Saroy Turkish Restaurant, Bournemouth, was a pleasant completion of the training course,

where the participants continued to discuss various interesting issues raised during the training

course made contacts and thanked the organisers for the well-planned event.

February 27 - March 8, 2024

STRATEGIC AUDITING AND IFRS 9 IMPLEMENTATION:

IMPACT ON BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, Training Course

Overview

Over the period February 27-March 08 (2024), the MBF Academy organised an up-to-date training

course on “Strategic Auditing and IFRS 9 Implementation: Impact on Business Management”

empowering audit professionals with the skills, knowledge and experience required to meet the

challenges of their roles professionally and efficiently. Overall, 19 professionals of various

organisations of Uzbekistan, namely, Aloqabank, OrientFinansBank, Uzsanoatqurilishbank and JV

Uz-Kor Gas Chemical attended the training in Bournemouth, UK. The programme included the

audit and IFRS 9 related lectures, seminars and discussions, tours in London and visiting a museum

in Southampton. A training course Gala Dinner at the Saroy Turkish Restaurant, Bournemouth,

was a pleasant completion of the training course, where the participants continued to discuss

various interesting issues raised during the training course made contacts and thanked the

organisers for the well-planned event.

December 5 - 12, 2023

CREDIT MANAGEMENT IN BRITISH BANKS, Training Course

Over the period December 5-12 (2023), the MBF Academy organised a one-week, up-to-date training course on “Credit Management in British Banks” in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. The aim of the training course was to equip participants with both theoretical and practical skills in banking credits, which are critical for navigating today’s evolving financial landscape. By contrasting practices in the UK with developing countries, this course provided a comprehensive understanding preparing participants for the global challenges in the banking sectors. The training course commenced with the theoretical comparisons of the bank credit-supplying practices in the UK with developing countries, with a particular focus on those of Uzbekistan. The course then moved on to cover the credit scoring system and the monitoring process of the use of loans. The participants of the training from the Uzpromstroybank (one of the oldest and the second largest banks in Uzbekistan) had an opportunity to meet the specialists from Lloyds Bank and HSBC Bank and exchange views on the changing global financial sector. A training course Gala Dinner at the Zizzi Italian Restaurant, Bournemouth, was a pleasant completion of the training course, where the participants received their certificates of attendance. In an informal atmosphere, participants continued to discuss various interesting issues raised during the training course, made contacts and thanked the organisers for the well-planned event.