LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM

International Financial Regulation

Certificate · Taught in en

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At a glance

1 mo

Duration

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IELTS

€5k

Tuition / yr

Language

Certificate

Level

One weekDuration
In-person on LSE campusLocation
November 2026Start Date
£4,000Fee
Minimum 3 years professional experience requiredTarget Audience

This one-week executive course provides an intensive exploration of the regulation of the global financial industry. It is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the strategies and tools used by regulators and supervisors worldwide. You will gain the ability to analyze, debate, and shape financial regulation strategies relevant to your own jurisdiction and in the context of evolving international frameworks. The course combines a broad overview of financial regulation with in-depth insights into specific areas, allowing you to navigate complex regulatory landscapes without getting lost in technical details.

Curriculum

The course is structured over five intensive days, covering a range of topics from the fundamental rationales for financial regulation to future challenges. Each day runs from 10:00 to 17:00 GMT with a one-hour lunch break. The schedule is subject to changes reflecting current policy developments.

Module 1
- The Anatomy of the Financial Market and the rationales for its regulation
Module 2
- Key Strategies and Tools of Financial Regulation
Module 3
- National, international and EU regulatory and supervisory structures
Module 4
- Banking, financial stability, and the Basel accords
Module 5
- Banking safety nets and shadow banking
Module 6
- Bank balance sheets and Credit Rating Agencies
Module 7
- Securities regulation
Module 8
- Derivatives and central clearing
Module 9
- Technology, payment regulation and digital finance
Module 10
- Looking into the future – Regulating in a complex world

Careers

This course is designed for professionals working in or aspiring to roles within financial institutions, regulatory bodies, central banks, supervisory authorities, legal practices, and policy-making environments. It aims to enhance your ability to analyze policy rationales, evaluate international standards, and confidently engage in professional debates on financial stability, supervision, and regulatory reform.

Professionals working in financial institutions
Professionals working in regulatory bodies
Professionals working in central banks or supervisory authorities
Legal practitioners advising on financial regulation and markets
Policy makers
Researchers
NGO representatives engaged in financial sector issues

Fees

Tuition (international)£4,000 for the one-week course.

Tuition (home)£4,000 for the one-week course.

Living—

Full payment is required upon registration to secure your place.

How to apply

1. Complete the Registration FormFill out the online registration form via the provided link.

2. Submit PaymentOnce your registration is submitted, full payment of the course fee is required to secure your place. Please complete payment promptly.

3. Request an Invoice (if needed)If your organization requires an invoice, please submit a clear, complete document on official letter-headed paper. This document must include the organization's name, address, contact details, date of issue, and an authorized signatory (name, role, and signature if applicable). Submit this to the Course Manager.