This expert panel is aimed at central bank managers and experts in IT, strategic offices, innovation and digitalisation departments, as well as fintech observers and anyone interested and involved in this field. 

The expert panel will serve as a platform for the exchange of experiences and knowledge. Participants will be asked to actively contribute to the panel, e.g. in the form of a presentation.

The course is aimed at mid-level central bankers who are active in the area of financial market development and would like to gain an overview and deeper understanding of strategic and operational approaches to developing financial markets. Applicants should have at least two years of practical experience in the field of financial market development, a sound grasp of the key concepts and knowledge of the fundamentals of financial market structures and operations. Participants are expected to make an active contribution to the course and to share their knowledge and experiences with their peers. Participants should have stable internet access and appropriate camera equipment.

This course is aimed at central bank officials working in the area of financial stability. Participants should have a sound understanding of the surveillance and analysis of systemic risk and macroprudential policy.

The expert panel is designed to provide central bankers with a platform to share their experience and knowledge. Active participation is an essential part of the course.

Mid-level to senior banking supervisors from central banks and supervisory authorities. Basic knowledge of the Basel framework is essential. Participants should also be familiar with the supervisory policies at their institution and be prepared to actively contribute to discussions.

This course is aimed at those new to roles in a central bank’s cash or IT department who would like to start by gaining an overview of the field, through to more experienced experts and project managers wishing to expand their knowledge and learn about the Bundesbank’s approach.

This course is aimed at experts in banking supervision. They should have a thorough understanding of the supervisory initiatives and innovation strategy at their central bank or competent authority and be prepared to share their knowledge with the other participants in the group. Active participation in the form of a short presentation on one of these topics is mandatory.

The course is designed for mid-level and senior employees involved in issuing and processing banknotes and coins or in dealing with counterfeit money as well as for executives and managers heading groups, sections or divisions in the cash department. Participants should have a sound background in cash management and be willing to talk about their area of responsibility.

This online course is aimed at those new to roles in central bank cash departments who would like an introduction to how to plan future demand and how to monitor the cash stock, through to more experienced experts wishing to expand their knowledge as well as those that are responsible for supervising such processes.

Staff from HR units of central banks. Participants should have good knowledge of the systems and procedures used in their respective institutions to manage HR issues.

This course is aimed at central bank officials working in the area of financial stability. Participants should have a basic understanding of the surveillance and analysis of systemic risk and macroprudential policy. Input from participants on current developments in their home countries is appreciated. The course may also be of interest to staff working in other central bank areas related to financial stability, such as banking supervision, monetary policy or payment systems.