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By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the strategic role of Asset‑Liability Management (ALM) and its importance in balance sheet risk and profitability frameworks.
• Describe the regulatory context for Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book (IRRBB) and key measurement techniques for EVE and NII sensitivities.
• Apply ALM measurement tools such as repricing gap analysis, duration, convexity, earnings at risk (EaR) and economic value of equity (EVE) to assess balance sheet risk.
• Design and interpret stress‑testing scenarios for IRRBB and balance sheet risks using internal modelling approaches.
• Assess and implement hedging strategies using derivatives (e.g., swaps, caps, floors) to manage interest rate exposures.
• Incorporate behavioural assumptions and advanced modelling of non‑maturing deposits and embedded options into IRRBB and ALM frameworks.
• Develop optimization approaches that balance risk, funding costs, capital requirements, and profitability across assets and liabilities.
• Integrate Funds Transfer Pricing (FTP) and governance practices into balance sheet and ALM decision‑making.
• Interpret ALM dashboards, risk reports and governance frameworks to support strategic steering and supervisory engagements.

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Why is it beneficial to obtain this certification?

Earning the IRRBB, ALM & Balance Sheet Optimization Masterclass certification gives finance and risk professionals deep, practical expertise in Asset-Liability Management (ALM) and Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book (IRRBB) - two of the most critical areas in modern banking risk management. The course teaches how to measure and manage interest rate and liquidity risks, understand regulatory expectations (such as Basel guidelines), and apply balance sheet optimization techniques that enhance profitability and capital efficiency. It also covers tools used by banks - such as gap analysis, economic value and earnings-at-risk measures, stress testing and hedging strategies - enabling you to contribute confidently to strategic decision-making and risk governance frameworks that safeguard long-term institutional resilience.

From a career and compensation perspective in the U.S. financial market, expertise in ALM and IRRBB can significantly improve your professional value and earning potential. Roles that utilise these skills - such as ALM Analyst, IRRBB Risk Specialist, Balance Sheet Manager or Treasury/Capital Risk Manager - are increasingly in demand as banks and regulators place greater emphasis on robust risk and capital frameworks. For example, an Associate Interest Rate Risk (ALM/IRRBB) position in New York typically ranges from $110,000 – $130,000 per year, reflecting the premium for these capabilities in a major financial hub.

As professionals gain experience and take on leadership or specialist roles, total compensation can rise substantially, especially when combining IRRBB/ALM expertise with credit, stress testing or enterprise risk functions. This certification helps you stand out by formally validating your ability to manage complex balance sheet risks, align risk with strategic objectives and navigate regulatory expectations - boosting both career mobility and negotiating power in competitive banking and risk management markets.

About The Trainer

A financial engineer with over 20 years of practical experience in international financial institutions. Her expertise is strongly focused on Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book (IRRBB), Asset Liability Management and Balance Sheet Management, with most of her career spent enhancing ALM profitability and efficiency. She holds a PhD in Finance and has published research that has received strong recognition from both academics and industry practitioners.

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