This online course is designed for experienced professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and gain insights into the approaches used in Europe, with a particular focus on the Bundesbank. It is also suited for newcomers to central bank cash departments who wish to begin by acquiring a comprehensive overview of the field.

This course is designed for mid-level and senior central bank employees, as well as professionals responsible for the development, operation, or quality assurance of central bank IT systems. A solid understanding of central bank processes and IT environments is essential. Basic knowledge of software testing or IT project management is helpful but not required. 

Junior to mid-level central bank officials working in the communication department or economics/monetary policy department, especially in central banks under or moving towards an inflation targeting regime, and (ii) officials from central banks whose responsibilities require, or who have a strong interest in acquiring, a thorough understanding of central bank communication.

The course is tailored for individuals who are relatively new to cash management as well as for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in this field. Participants are expected to have at least a basic understanding or some prior experience in cash management.

The course is aimed at economists and statisticians from central banks who are interested in studying advanced topics in seasonal adjustment and in the efficient application of JDemetra+. Prior knowledge and/or experience of time series analysis in general and seasonal adjustment in particular are highly recommended.

The course is designed for mid-level and senior central bank employees, as well as professionals from payment and settlement system operators. A solid background in payment and settlement processes is essential. Basic knowledge of software testing or IT project management is beneficial but not mandatory. 

The course is aimed at experts in banking supervision or financial stability with a broad knowledge of banking supervision and regulation. They should also have a grasp of current regulatory developments with respect to sustainable and green finance worldwide and be willing to share their own experiences and national approaches. 

The course is designed for mid-level and senior employees of central banks. A solid background in payment clearing and settlement issues is essential for constructive and productive participation in the course. Participants should be familiar with the payment system policy and practices applied in their home countries. They will be invited to take an active part in the discussions and case studies, covering topics such as T2S, oversight and innovations.

This expert panel is geared towards central bankers as well as regulators and supervisors with expertise in the area of economic and financial education.

Policymakers in banking supervision, on-site and off-site supervisors, ICT auditors. Participants should have at least an intermediate understanding of banking supervision and ICT and be prepared to share their knowledge with other participants in the group.