Financial stability, macro-prudential and resolution

Bank Resolution Academy

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Dates

22/09/2025 - 24/09/2025

Location

Florence, Italy

Level

Intermediate

Approach

Qualitative

Delivery mode

Residential

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The Bank Resolution Academy provides an in-depth exploration of the European Union’s Bank Resolution legal and institutional framework, designed for professionals with prior knowledge of bank resolution seeking to expand their expertise in this critical area. Tailored for an intermediate audience, this Academy blends theoretical insights with practical applications to equip participants with the necessary knowledge to understand the implications of bank failures and the importance of effective resolution mechanisms in maintaining financial stability.

Building upon prior foundational knowledge, participants will be guided through the complexities of bank resolution within the EU context, discuss real-life cases, and assess the application of resolution tools, such as bail-in measures, transfer tools, and resolution planning, to address potential financial distress within banking institutions.

The Academy will also look at the evolving landscape of bank resolution, highlighting current challenges and emerging trends shaping the EU regulatory framework. Participants will engage in discussions on cross-border resolution cooperation, the role of deposit guarantee schemes, and the integration of cyber-security considerations in resolution planning.

By the end of the Academy, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of the EU Bank Resolution legal and institutional framework, enabling them to effectively navigate regulatory requirements, mitigate risks, and contribute to the stability and resilience of the banking sector within the European Union.

Understand the historical context and fundamental principles underlying the EU Bank Resolution legal framework, including its objectives, regulatory foundations, and the role of key stakeholders in maintaining financial stability.
Evaluate the efficacy of resolution tools and strategies available under the EU Bank Resolution framework, including bail-in measures, transfer tools, and resolution planning, to effectively address financial distress and mitigate systemic risks.
Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies, examining past bank failures and resolution processes to develop practical insights into the application of resolution mechanisms and the challenges encountered in practice.
Distinguish the different resolution options available under the EU Bank Resolution legal framework for non-viable banks under the EU resolution framework.
Identify the goals of resolution financing under the EU Bank Resolution legal framework: differences between loss absorption and liquidity support tools.
Understand the expected changes introduced by the Crisis Management Deposit Insurance review to the EU Bank Resolution legal framework.
Analyse court cases involving the SRB, in particular, ex-ante contributions to the SRF and past resolution cases
Evaluate the future challenges to the EU resolution framework, including emerging risks.

This programme is designed for intermediate profiles in EU institutions, the three ESAs, ministries of finance, and central banks with at least 2 years of experience in bank resolution topics. For those without this minimum exposure, we recommend starting with our Introduction to Bank Resolution online course, scheduled for 29 April – 12 June 2025. The programme also welcomes emerging scholars in financial topics and private sector practitioners, including representatives from trade associations, journalists, law firms, consultancies, banks, and investment funds.

Academy Director

Seraina Grünewald

Part-time Professor - Florence School of Banking and Finance

University of St. Gallen

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