
Fraud remains a major concern for many financial institutions. This has become even more of a challenge with the adoption of technology and innovations by most of the institutions. Yet most institutions have not reflected on the range of factors contributing to fraud the increasing fraud cases. There is need for financial institutions to adopt a proactive approach to fraud management. This course provides learners with the required knowledge and skills for strengthening internal systems and processes for effective fraud management.
Course Objectives: The course is designed to help learners:
- Outline the concept of fraud and fraud risk;
- Explain the types, sources and key drivers of
fraud; and
- Describe the elements of an effective fraud risk management framework.
Target Learners: Operations Managers, Internal Auditors, Credit Officers, Risk and Compliance Officers and other Management staff of financial institutions.

Businesses exist to serve their chosen market. Clarity in markets served by businesses with respect to size and characteristics ensure strong alignment between products/services and their target markets. Most Financial Services Providers (FSPs) especially those serving clients at the bottom of the pyramid have not adequately articulated the markets to enable them serve these markets with appropriate products and through appropriate delivery mechanisms. The course is designed to provide guidance on market definition and development of appropriate strategies to reach the chosen market. Practical examples are provided on what should be considered by financial institutions in market definition, estimating market size and share, segmentation and targeting.
Course Objectives: The course is designed to help learners:
- Explain the importance of understanding markets
for FSPs;
- Appreciate the linkage between market size and Market Share on one
hand and business growth on the other hand;
- Explain how to use market
segmentation to enhance FSPs profitability and sustainability; and
- Explain various steps for conducting market segmentation.
Target Learners: Operations Managers, Marketing Managers, Credit Managers, and Officers of financial institutions.
