Basel Norms (Basel 1/ Basel 2/ Basel 3 till 2015) Simplified Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview (80-120 words) describing structure and time commitment.
Module 1: Introduction to Basel Accords
Estimated time: 1.5 hours
- Overview of the Basel Committee and its role in banking supervision
- Historical context and the need for standardized banking regulations
- Introduction to the three pillars of Basel norms
Module 2: Basel I – The Foundation
Estimated time: 2 hours
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) and its significance
- Risk-weighting of assets and the 8% capital requirement
- Limitations of Basel I and its impact on global banking
Module 3: Basel II – Enhancements and Challenges
Estimated time: 2.5 hours
- Introduction of the three pillars: Minimum Capital Requirements, Supervisory Review, and Market Discipline
- Advanced approaches to credit, market, and operational risk
- Limitations and criticisms of Basel II
Module 4: Basel III – Strengthening the Framework
Estimated time: 2.5 hours
- Enhanced capital requirements and liquidity standards
- Introduction of the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR)
- Impact of Basel III on global banking stability
Module 5: Real-World Applications
Estimated time: 1.5 hours
- Case studies of banks implementing Basel norms
- Challenges faced during implementation
- Lessons learned and best practices
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of banking operations
- Familiarity with financial statements
- Interest in regulatory frameworks or risk management
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Understand the evolution and purpose of Basel I, II, and III frameworks
- Explain the necessity, advantages, and shortcomings of each Basel framework
- Compare the approaches to credit, operational, and market risk across the Basel frameworks
- Grasp key concepts like Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR), Risk-Weighted Assets (RWA), and Tier 1/Tier 2 capital
- Apply these concepts to real-world banking scenarios