The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Banking and Finance is a two-year program designed to provide students with practical skills, foundational knowledge, and industry-specific training in banking operations and financial management. This program prepares graduates for roles in financial institutions, corporate finance, and public financial management while fostering an understanding of ethical practices and economic principles.
| PROGRAMME |
SEMESTRE |
DURATION |
CREDIT |
PARTNER INSTITUTION |
ACCREDITATION |
| BANKING AND FINANCE |
4 SEMESTERS |
2 YEARS |
120 |
MINESUP |
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CORE OBJECTIVES
1. Develop Fundamental Knowledge in Banking and Financial Principles
- – Banking Operations : Understand the structure, functions, and services of banking institutions.
- – Financial Markets and Instruments : Learn about money markets, capital markets, and the instruments traded within them.
- – Corporate Finance Basics : Gain insights into financial decision-making within organizations.
- – Monetary Economics : Understand the role of monetary policies and central banking in economic stability.
2. Equip Students with Practical Banking and Financial Skills
- – Customer Relationship Management : Learn techniques for managing client accounts and fostering customer satisfaction.
- – Cash and Treasury Management : Understand cash flow management, liquidity planning, and treasury operations.
3. Foster Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities
- – Financial Statement Analysis : Develop skills to interpret and analyze financial reports for decision-making.
- – Loan Assessment and Recovery : Learn techniques for evaluating loan applications and managing debt recovery.
- – Market Analysis : Understand market trends and their impact on banking and finance.
- – Strategic Planning : Equip students with skills to contribute to financial strategies and business growth.
4. Enhance Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- – Client Interaction : Develop the ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
- – Report Writing : Gain skills in preparing detailed financial and operational reports.
- – Presentation Skills : Learn to present banking and financial data clearly and persuasively.
- – Team Collaboration : Foster teamwork skills in dynamic and cross-functional environments.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
1. Banking Roles
- – Bank Teller : Handle cash transactions, deposits, and customer inquiries.
- – Customer Service Officer : Address customer needs and manage accounts in banking settings.
- – Loan Officer : Assess loan applications and provide recommendations for approval.
- – Branch Operations Assistant : Support the daily operations of a bank branch.
2. Finance and Business Roles
- – Accounts Assistant : Support financial reporting and bookkeeping functions.
- – SME Banking Specialist : Assist small and medium enterprises in obtaining financial services.
- – Financial Clerk : Handle routine financial transactions and data entry tasks.
