About this programme

This course provides central bankers and regulators with the knowledge to balance financial innovation with regulatory oversight. It explores the rise of FinTech, digital currencies, blockchain, AI, and digital payments, while addressing regulatory frameworks, cybersecurity, risk management, and cross-border implications. Participants will gain insights into how central banks can foster innovation, ensure stability, and drive financial inclusion.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Central bank officials and regulators
Financial policy makers and government advisors
Supervisors and compliance officers in financial services
Legal and risk management experts in monetary authorities
Professionals in payment systems, treasury, and financial innovation units

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Analyze the impact of FinTech on financial stability and central banking.
Evaluate regulatory approaches for digital payments, blockchain, and crypto-assets.
Explore central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and their policy implications.
Address cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and consumer protection.
Develop innovation-friendly regulatory sandboxes and frameworks.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: FinTech Ecosystem & Central Banking Implications

Overview of global FinTech trends
Disruption of traditional banking and monetary systems
Case Study: Mobile money and financial inclusion in East Africa

Module 2: Regulatory Frameworks for FinTech & Digital Finance

Supervisory approaches to digital payments, P2P lending, and open banking
Risk-based regulation vs. innovation promotion
Case Study: Regulatory sandboxes in the UK & Singapore

Module 3: Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies & Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)

Blockchain fundamentals for regulators
CBDC design, benefits, and risks
Case Study: China’s digital yuan and its global implications

Module 4: Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Consumer Protection

Cyber risks in FinTech ecosystems
AML/CFT and fraud detection measures
Case Study: Data privacy and digital ID in India’s Aadhaar system

Module 5: Future of FinTech Regulation & Innovation Strategies

RegTech and SupTech for regulatory efficiency
Cross-border cooperation and global financial standards
Case Study: Cross-border payment innovations under BIS initiatives

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact (Central Banks & Regulators)

Strengthens regulatory capacity to oversee FinTech and digital finance
Enhances innovation-friendly policies that promote inclusion and stability
Builds resilience to financial risks, fraud, and cybersecurity threats
Supports cross-border cooperation in digital finance regulation

Individual Impact

Improves understanding of FinTech ecosystems and regulatory challenges
Equips with strategies to balance innovation with risk management
Enhances skills in supervising digital payments, crypto, and AI adoption
Prepares participants to shape future-ready regulatory frameworks

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
NakuruNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kigali	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Accra	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dakar	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book