
Financial stability, macro-prudential and resolution
Introduction to Bank Resolution
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29/04/2025 - 12/06/2025
Location
Online
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Registration Deadline
23/04/2025
Level
Introductory
Approach
Qualitative
Delivery mode
Online
This introductory course provides a starting point for understanding the impacts of the 2007-2008 global financial crisis and the challenges posed by the “Too-Big-To-Fail” dilemma that triggered a global and complex regulatory reform and led to the establishment of the EU bank resolution framework.
The program offers participants the tools and insights needed to address the challenges of bank recovery and resolution within the Banking Union, by dissecting the EU Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD) and Single Resolution Mechanism Regulation (SRMR), as well as by highlighting their key objectives and applications. This introductory course covers the preparation for resolution (“resolution planning” – MREL) and the resolution timeline and process, including the relevant institutional arrangements. Particular emphasis is given to this respect, firstly in analysing the “conditions for resolution” (taking into account the resolution actions taken by the Single Resolution Board, SRB) and secondly in navigating the related State aid considerations. Discussions with speakers and other participants will zoom in on the role of funding in resolution, including the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) under the SRM Regulation and the related Intergovernmental Agreement; and on the importance of the cross-border cooperation arrangements, such as Crisis Management Groups and Resolution Colleges.
- Understand the context for the establishment of the EU bank resolution framework: grasp the impact of the 2007-2008 financial crisis and the “Too-Big-To-Fail” dilemma on regulatory reforms
- Identify key elements of the EU Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD) and the Single Resolution Mechanism Regulation (SRMR)
- Comprehend the fundamentals of resolution planning learning about MREL, resolution preparation, resolution timeline, and relevant institutional arrangements
- Identify the conditions for resolution and understand the actions taken by the Single Resolution Board
- Examine State aid challenges and their implications in bank resolution
- Understand funding in resolution learning about the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) and its governance
- Understand the role of Crisis Management Groups and Resolution Colleges in cross-border bank resolution
- Develop practical insights by engaging in case studies and discussions to deepen understanding of resolution in practice
Download the completed Course Agenda.
Module 0: pre-recorded lecture and live class
The consequences of the 2007-2008 global financial crisis and the “Too-Big-To-Fail” problem
Module 1: pre-recorded lecture
Background and Fundamentals of Bank Resolution
Module 2: pre-recorded lecture
The Resolution Process and the role of Valuation in Resolution
Module 3: pre-recorded lecture or live class (TBC)
Introduction to Resolution Planning and Resolvability Assessment
Module 4: pre-recorded lecture
Navigating through MREL and TLAC Rules
Module 5: pre-recorded lecture
The Funding of Bank Resolution
Module 6: pre-recorded lecture and live class
The Role of State Aid and of DGS in Resolution
Module 7 (Optional): pre-recorded lecture
US bank resolution framework and FDIC experience with bank resolution prior to 2023
Module 8 (Optional): pre-recorded lecture
Insights on cross-border Cooperation in Supervision and in Resolution
The duration of the course is approximately 15 hours, including 3 hours of optional materials. The exact duration of the course will depend on prior exposure to the topic of bank resolution and individual engagement with the course contents and activities.
Most of the course consists of video lectures and activities that can be performed at your own pace. In addition, there will be moments for virtual exchanges with the course instructors and the other course participants during three interactive live classes:
- Live class 1 – Conversation about the basics of the Banking Union – 29 April, 11:30 – 13:00 CET
- [TBC] Live class 2 – Introduction to Resolution Planning and Resolvability Assessment – 27 May, 11:30 – 13:00 CET
- Live class 3 – Group Activity on State Aid – 12 June, 11:30 – 13:00 CET
Live classes will take place on Zoom. Participation to live classes is mandatory, active participation is encouraged.
The course is designed for public officials from regulatory and supervisory authorities, private sector professionals as well as students and researchers aiming at achieving a foundational knowledge in bank resolution.
Course Director
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Seraina Grünewald
Part-time Professor - Florence School of Banking and Finance
University of St. Gallen
Faculty
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Maria Ana Barata
Research Associate
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
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Seraina Grünewald
Part-time Professor - Florence School of Banking and Finance
University of St. Gallen
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Eva Hoßdorf
Responsible for the recovery and resolution planning activities
Commerzbank
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Pamela J. Farwig
Consultant
US Treasury Office of Technical Assistance Banking and Financial Services Team
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Michael H. Krimminger
Senior Counsel
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
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Pierre Schlosser
Deputy Director
Florence School of Banking and Finance
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Emiliano Tornese
Part-time Professor - Florence School of Banking and Finance
European Commission
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Tobias Tröger
Chair of Private Law, Trade and Business Law, Jurisprudence
Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main
Course Coordinator
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Livia Hinz
Research Associate
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
Researcher
Department of Law
FULL FEES*:
- € 850 – Academics
- € 1150 – Public sector
- € 1250 – Private sector
*Please note that the payment must be settled one week before the start of the course.
Please submit a certificate attesting your status of Professor, PhD Student or Research Associate to fbf@eui.eu before registering. FBF secretariat will provide you with a code to register. Seats for academics are limited.
GROUP DISCOUNT (-15%) for minimum 3 participants from the same institution:
A group discount is available for institutions registering three or more participants. To qualify, the names of all participants must be submitted together in a single email to FBF. Please note that this offer cannot be applied retroactively to individual registrations completed at different times. Those wishing to take advantage of the group discount must write an email to fbf@eui.eu, stating the full names of the proposed participants.
- € 722,5 – Group discount academic
- € 977,5 – Group discount public sector
- € 1062,5 – Group discount private sector
BUNDLE DISCOUNT (-15%)
Register for both Introduction to Bank Resolution (introductory level) and the Bank Resolution Academy (intermediate level) to receive a 15% discount. Take advantage of this offer to deepen your expertise in bank resolution at a reduced price. To claim your discount, contact us at fbf@eui.eu, and we will provide you with a discount code.
- € 722,5 – Bundle discount academic
- € 977,5 – Bundle discount public sector
- € 1062,5 – Bundle discount private sector
CANCELLATION POLICY
Paid registration fee is non-refundable. However, registrant substitution may be made up to 15 days before the start date of the course by contacting fbf@eui.eu.