| Course Name |
Financial Services - BFS |
| Course Provider |
Institute of Banking |
| Course Code |
111668 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ)
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Major |
University College Dublin |
Level 8 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Online or Distance |
| Location (Districts) |
Dublin City Centre |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
This programme enrols three times a year.
Next intake: Autumn Trimester (2022/2023 academic year).
Open in August 2022. |
| Application Date |
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Autumn Trimester
September 2021 – January 2022
Closing date for applications* 13/09/2021
Spring Trimester
January 2022 – May 2022
Closing date for applications* 28/01/2022
Summer Trimester
June 2022 – September 2...
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Autumn Trimester
September 2021 – January 2022
Closing date for applications* 13/09/2021
Spring Trimester
January 2022 – May 2022
Closing date for applications* 28/01/2022
Summer Trimester
June 2022 – September 202
Closing date for applications* 27/05/2022
* Places may be available after this date depending on availability.
Key dates:
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| Duration |
3 to 4 years.
Delivery: Online |
| Course Fee |
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Stage 1
• From €295 per module
Stage 2 Core Modules :
• Principles of Credit Risk €495
• Customer Experience Management €495
• Business Economics €630
• Finance & Investment Decisions €630
• Business Management â‚...
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Stage 1
• From €295 per module
Stage 2 Core Modules :
• Principles of Credit Risk €495
• Customer Experience Management €495
• Business Economics €630
• Finance & Investment Decisions €630
• Business Management €630
• Operational Risk Management Practices €595
Optional Modules:
• Digital Product Strategy €800
• Digital Product Execution €800
• Personal Debt Management & Personal Insolvency €595
Stage 3
• Core modules (excluding Banking in a Digital Age) €630
• Banking in a Digital Age €495
*Core textbooks are not included in your registration fee and must be purchased separately. The Programme Manager will provide details of the required core textbooks before each module commences.
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| Entry Requirements |
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Completion of the Professional Diploma in Financial Advice (QFA) plus six IOB modules at level 7
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Applicants with an ordinary degree in business (or equivalent) will be considered for direct entry to Stage 2
Or
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Completion of the Professional Diploma in Financial Advice (QFA) plus six IOB modules at level 7
Or
Applicants with an ordinary degree in business (or equivalent) will be considered for direct entry to Stage 2
Or
Holders of the *University Diploma in Financial Services are eligible for direct entry to Stage 2, subject to the completion of the three mandatory modules.
**Please note this is a 60 ECTs level 7 programme which IOB previously offered and is separate from the level 8 Professional Diploma in Financial Services.
Or
Holders of the Joint Financial Services Diploma are eligible for entry to Stage 2 subject to matriculation, which involves an NUI fee of €150. Further information is available from the Programme Manager.
Professional Body Membership
You must be a current member of IOB, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
Please note, the Professional Banker designation is a fundamental acquirement for those seeking to develop and advance a career in banking, including management roles.
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Award
When you successfully complete this programme, you will be awarded Bachelor of Financial Services from UCD.
This is a level 8 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Professional designation
Members who complete the relevant modules, and who commit to completing Continuing Professional Development hours, will be entitled to use the designation Professional Banker. |
| Course Content |
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At a glance
The Bachelor of Financial Services (BFS) Degree programme addresses the educational needs of those who wish to develop management and senior management careers in financial services. The BFS provides those who work in banking w...
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At a glance
The Bachelor of Financial Services (BFS) Degree programme addresses the educational needs of those who wish to develop management and senior management careers in financial services. The BFS provides those who work in banking with an ideal opportunity to acquire a level 8 University degree, which is recognised and supported by the financial services industry.
While providing a broad business foundation, this programme also examines contemporary issues of importance to the financial services industry. A key feature of this programme is that it merges academic knowledge with relevant professional skills and has been developed by both industry and academic subject leaders. Different modules involve various delivery approaches from a combination of eLearning and workshops to full days of lectures.
Who is this programme for?
The BFS is designed with those working full-time in mind, and is flexible so that candidates can continue to pursue their career goals while studying.
How will you benefit
Upon successful completion of the BFS degree graduates are expected to be able to;
• Broaden and deepen their technical understanding of the main activities in banking and associated risks
• Develop a highly marketable and transferable skill set, including decision-making, problem-solving, communication and analytic skills
• Enhance their critical awareness and understanding of the contemporary issues in financial services
• Apply concepts and techniques to evaluate complex business problems to aid decision-making
• Develop and critically evaluate strategy and the sustainability of business models in banking and financial services
• Integrate learning into professional practice to take responsibility for personal and professional development.
Continuous Professional Development
If you hold an IOB designation or a designation managed by IOB, CPD hours may be awarded on successful completion of this programme.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Modules and learning outcomes
Core:
• Principles of Credit Risk
• Customer Experience Management
• Business Economics
• Finance and Investment Decisions
• Business Management
• Operational Risk Management Practices
Options (choo...
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Core:
• Principles of Credit Risk
• Customer Experience Management
• Business Economics
• Finance and Investment Decisions
• Business Management
• Operational Risk Management Practices
Options (choose 1):
• Digital Product Strategy
• Digital Product Execution
• Personal Debt Management and Personal Insolvency
Stage three: (Complete all three core modules below, and choose to complete 30 ECTS using modules from the Risk and Credit stream outlined in the prospectus)
• Principles and Practice of Banking
• SME Credit Risk Assessment
• Banking in a Digital Age
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| Assessment Method |
Combination of continuous assessment and written exams. |
| Number of Credits |
180 |
| Further Enquiries |
For more information please contact education@iob.ie
Institute of Banking
Email: info@iob.ie
Phone: +353 (0)1 6116500
Fax: +353 (0)1 6116565 |
| Course Web Page |
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