Planning and Risk Assessment Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level finance and asset management professionals who wish to optimize asset tracking, control, and compliance with international financial reporting standards (IFRS).

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

• Classify and configure fixed assets according to IFRS regulations.
• Manage asset creation, acquisition, and capitalization.
• Implement control measures for asset tracking and monitoring.
• Apply appropriate depreciation and amortization methods.
• Process asset movements, transfers, and disposals effectively.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting and audit standards.

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is designed for finance and accounting professionals at an intermediate level who wish to effectively manage, value, and audit fixed assets in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Understanding the lifecycle and classification of fixed assets.
• Applying local and international accounting standards for asset valuation and depreciation.
• Managing fixed assets using appropriate controls, tools, and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and tax frameworks pertinent to asset management and reporting.

Overview

Regulators worldwide are increasingly tying the level of risk assumed by banks to the capital they must maintain, while financial institutions are adopting risk-centric management frameworks. As banks, their products, regulatory environments, and global markets grow more complex, effective risk management becomes increasingly challenging. A critical insight from the banking crisis of the past five years is that risks are deeply interconnected; to manage them efficiently, banks must understand these interactions.

Key features of this course include:

• A comprehensive explanation of current risk-based regulations
• A detailed examination of the major risks confronting banks
• Industry best practices for implementing an enterprise-wide risk management approach
• The application of governance techniques to foster a group-wide culture where every employee actively manages risks in alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives
• An exploration of potential challenges risk managers may face in the future

The course utilizes extensive case studies designed to explore, examine, and reinforce the concepts and ideas presented over the five days. Historical banking events are analyzed throughout to illustrate how failures in risk management occurred and what actions could have prevented losses.

Objectives

The primary objective of this course is to assist bank management in delivering an appropriate integrated strategy for navigating the complex and evolving risks and regulations characteristic of the modern international banking environment. Specifically, this course aims to provide senior-level management with an understanding of:

• Major risks within the financial industry and key international risk regulations
• Strategies for managing a bank’s assets and liabilities to maximize returns
• The interplay between different risk types and how banks employ an integrated management approach
• Corporate governance and best practices for managing the diverse interests of stakeholders
• Methods for cultivating a culture of risk governance to minimize unnecessary risk-taking

Who should attend this seminar

This course is designed for individuals new to integrated risk management, senior management responsible for strategic risk management, or those seeking to deepen their understanding of enterprise risk management. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Board-level bank management
• Senior managers
• Senior risk managers and analysts
• Senior directors and risk managers responsible for strategic risk management
• Internal auditors
• Regulatory and compliance personnel
• Treasury professionals
• Asset and liability managers and analysts
• Regulators and supervisory professionals
• Suppliers and consultants to the banking and risk management industries
• Corporate governance and risk governance managers

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate professionals who aim to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems using RCA methodologies.

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

• Understand essential concepts of RCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Apply different RCA tools to identify the root cause of problems.
• Develop and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organizational improvement and prevention efforts.

The primary objective of this program is to shift the audit approach from a reactive 'detection' mode to a proactive 'prevention' strategy. By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team can focus on eliminating recurring findings. This ensures that recommendations provide lasting solutions once a weakness is identified, thereby protecting the company's operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Failing to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes in financial processes lead to cumulative losses that increase over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls instead of addressing new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Continuously reporting the same issues weakens the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level internal auditors who wish to enhance their audit effectiveness by applying structured RCA techniques.

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

• Understand RCA methodologies and their role in internal auditing.
• Identify and analyze the root causes of audit findings.
• Apply RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans based on RCA findings.
• Integrate RCA into the internal audit process to improve risk management.

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