Introduction to Bank Resolution

• 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

Module 0: video lectures and live class
The consequences of the 2007-2008 global financial crisis and the “Too-Big-To-Fail” problem

Module 1: video lectures
Background and fundamentals of bank resolution

Module 2: video lectures and live class
The resolution process

Module 3: video lectures
Introduction to resolution planning and resolvability assessment

Module 4: video lectures
Navigating through MREL and TLAC rules

Module 5: video lectures
The funding of bank resolution

Module 6: video lectures and live class
The role of state aid and of DGS in resolution

Module 7: video lectures
Resolution in practice: real-life cases within the Banking Union

Module 8: video lectures
International cooperation in resolution

The course will span across 5 weeks, with a total duration estimated between 13 and 15 hours. 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 group activities and moments for virtual exchanges with the course instructors and the other course participants during three interactive live classes:

• Live class 1: Institutional arrangements for resolution (Thu 16 April, 1:00 to 2:30 PM CET)
• Live class 2: Resolution planning and tools (Tue 21 April, 1:00 to 2:30 PM CET)
• Live class 3: State aid (Tue 12 May, 1:00 to 2:30 PM CET)

Live classes will take place on MS Teams. Participation to live classes is mandatory, active participation is encouraged.

The course is designed for junior professionals working in law firms and consultancy firms, government officials, junior staff from supervisory, resolution, and financial authorities, as well as students.

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.

The fee includes tuition, access to all course materials and pedagogic activities, as well as a certificate of attendance after the course has been completed.

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:

The below group discount applies to 3 or more participants who register for the same course from the same institution. 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.

€ 722,50 – Group discount academic
€ 977,50 – Group discount public sector
€ 1062,50 – Group 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.