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Certified Banking and Investment Strategist

Online Certification  ·  12 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CBIS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Banking and Investment Strategist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Banking and Investment Strategist (CBIS) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in banking operations, credit, payments and financial services.

This 12 Weeks programme is structured around Basel, central-bank regulations and recognised banking and AML standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CBIS holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Banking and Investment Strategist
Acronym
CBIS
Category
Banking & Financial Services
Level
Executive
Duration
12 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Bank Officers and Tellers
  • Credit and Loan Officers
  • Banking Operations Staff
  • Relationship and Branch Managers
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior banking operations, credit and branch leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with Basel, central-bank regulations and recognised banking and AML standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex banking operations functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement banking operations systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to banking operations
Global Employability
Qualify for banking operations roles across commercial banks, microfinance institutions and financial-services firms worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Retail, Corporate and Digital Banking Operations
✦Credit, Lending and Loan Administration
✦Payments, Settlements and Transaction Processing
✦Risk, Compliance, AML and Financial Crime
✦Customer Experience and Relationship Banking
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Banking and Investment Strategist
Certified Banking and Investment Strategist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets · Types of banks and financial institutions · Banking products, services and delivery channels
2
Liquidity Versus Solvency
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets
3
Currency Exposure and Natural Hedging
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Data visualisation for finance
4
Investment Appraisal and Cost of Capital
Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Reading financial statements as a manager · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
5
Funding, Facilities and Timing
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Credit assessment and the five Cs · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Working with organisations on wellbeing
6
Regulatory and Prudential Constraints
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Risk assessment and safety planning
7
Control Over Treasury Operations
Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Disclosure, notes and integrated reporting
8
Projects and Delivery
Appraisal of development projects · Crisis, resilience and contingency planning · Leading finance projects and change · Forecasting and planning (FP&A)
9
Performance Measurement
Performance measurement and attribution · Corporate objectives and shareholder value · Interpreting financial performance · Performance and SLAs
10
Procurement and Suppliers
Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Professional writing and reports · Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Vendor selection and management
11
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics, transparency and reputation · Ethics and suitability · Ethics and transparency in tax · Ethics in tax practice
12
People Administration
Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost · Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers
13
International and Currency
International and cross-border tax · Foreign exchange and currency risk · Transfer pricing and international tax · Corporate governance and the finance role
14
Change
Finance transformation and target operating models · Organisational change management · Change and adoption in projects · Agile and digital transformation projects
15
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability of microfinance · Control environment and risk assessment · Emerging assurance areas (ESG) · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value
16
Learning and Research
Learning strategy and business alignment · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Blended and hybrid learning design · Motivation and self-directed learning
17
Financial Practice
Financial risk management and derivatives · Data visualisation and financial storytelling · Evidence-based financial recommendations · Financial data, master data and the chart of accounts
18
Banking and Financial Services
Digital finance, mobile money and payment operations · Insurance, risk transfer and retained risk · Payment risk types and management · Emerging payment technologies
19
Risk and Control
Statutory compliance and filings · Managing tax risk and audits · Tax compliance and the tax risk agenda · Regulatory and compliance requirements
20
Legal and Regulatory
Regulatory reporting and disclosure · Recovery and legal remedies · Regulatory capital and ratios · Managing audit and regulator relationships
21
Data and Reporting
Financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP) · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Applying reporting standards and accounting judgement · The finance function, month-end close and reporting cycle
22
Analysis and Decisions
Valuation and security analysis · Capstone scoping: a real financial problem or decision · Recommendations and decision support · Trend, common-size and comparative analysis
23
Operations and Process
Digital financial services · Portfolio quality and risk · The finance operating model and business partnering · Process re-engineering and shared services
24
Leadership and Management
SME portfolio management · Leading project governance · Innovation and continuous delivery · Cash and liquidity management
25
People and Development
Building a finance career and professional development · Category management and strategy development · Supplier development and improvement · Proposal development and donor reporting
26
Communication
Presenting financial information clearly · Safety communication and campaigns · Toolbox talks and safety communication · Communicating vision and telling stories
27
Stakeholders and Clients
Business partnering and influencing · Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships · Stakeholder mapping and engagement
28
Markets and Customers
Transfer pricing documentation · Transfer pricing basics · Go-to-market and channel strategy · The marketing concept and customer orientation
29
Technology and Systems
Digital currencies and CBDCs · Digital tax administration · Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Digital finance and automation roadmaps
30
Strategic Context
Financial strategy and capital allocation · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Collections strategy · Hedging strategies and instruments

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Liquidity Versus Solvency — applied to your own work
  • Currency Exposure and Natural Hedging — applied to your own work
  • Investment Appraisal and Cost of Capital — applied to your own work
  • Funding, Facilities and Timing — applied to your own work
  • Regulatory and Prudential Constraints — applied to your own work
  • Control Over Treasury Operations — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CBIS certification?

The Certified Banking and Investment Strategist (CBIS) is a Executive-level professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI). It is designed to equip professionals in banking operations, credit, payments and financial services with practical skills, internationally recognised frameworks, and the credentials needed to advance their careers.

Who should enrol in the CBIS?

This certification is ideal for Bank Officers and Tellers, Credit and Loan Officers, Banking Operations Staff and Relationship and Branch Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in banking operations, credit, payments and financial services with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CBIS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CBIS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with Basel, central-bank regulations and recognised banking and AML standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CBIS certification?

The Certified Banking and Investment Strategist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CBIS certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CBIS?

The Certified Banking and Investment Strategist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CBIS?

The Certified Banking and Investment Strategist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CBIS while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CBIS?

Graduates progress towards senior banking operations, credit and branch leadership roles. The CBIS strengthens your expertise in banking operations, credit, payments and financial services and positions you for advancement across commercial banks, microfinance institutions and financial-services firms.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Branch Manager
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Credit Manager
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CBIS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Banking Operations Lead
Government
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