This certificate program is designed to offer participants a comprehensive understanding of credit and lending practices in both consumer and commercial settings. The course will cover the principles of credit analysis, the evaluation of creditworthiness, and the techniques used in sound lending decisions. Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions in a credit or lending role.
• Grasp the history, evolution, and significance of credit and lending in modern economies. • Differentiate between various types of lending practices, including consumer, commercial, and digital lending. • Employ the five Cs of credit (Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions) to evaluate potential borrowers. • Understand and apply credit scoring systems and credit reports in lending decisions. • Use a structured approach to make informed and sound lending decisions. • Factor in risk-return profiles and align decisions with organizational objectives. • Identify different types of risks associated with lending, such as credit risk, market risk, and operational risk. • Apply strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring the stability and profitability of lending portfolios. • Understand the role of regulatory bodies in the lending sector. • Ensure compliance with local and international lending regulations and standards. • Recognize and avoid predatory lending practices and other unethical behaviors. • Advocate for fair lending practices that prioritize the well-being of borrowers. • Stay updated with emerging trends in the credit and lending industry, including FinTech solutions, digital lending platforms, and alternative credit models. • Incorporate technological advancements and innovative practices into traditional lending processes. • Seek opportunities for professional development in the credit and lending sector. • Use feedback and industry changes as a catalyst for growth and refinement of lending strategies.
• Bank employees interested in a career in credit • Graduates from universities who seek careers in credit. • Professionals from other industries who wish to joining banking. • Entrepreneurs and businesses involved in credit services.
What will you study? Module One • History of Credit and Lending • Importance of credit in the economy • The Credit environment. • Credit delivery channels. • Credit Policy. • Credit information sharing. Module Two • Credit Analysis • Credit scoring and rating Module Three • Risk Management in Lending-Credit risk, market risk, operational risk • Mitigation strategies and hedging Module Four • Principles of sound lending. • Security for Lending. • Microfinance Lending. • Islamic finance Module Five • Consumer Lending -Personal loans, mortgages, and auto loans • Credit cards and revolving credit Module Six • Business and Commercial Lending-Evaluating business creditworthiness • Structuring and syndicating loans Module Seven • Risk Management in Lending-Credit risk, market risk, operational risk • Mitigation strategies and hedging Module Eight • Monitoring, Supervision/follow-up, and management of impaired assets. Module Nine • Impact of central bank policies on lending • Regulation, legislation, and industry codes. • Environment Social Governance and Green Financing. Module Ten • Ethical Considerations in Lending-Fair lending practices • Predatory lending and its implications Module Eleven • Emerging Trends in Credit and Lending-FinTech and digital lending • Peer-to-peer lending and crowdfunding Learning outcomes By the end of this program, participants should be able to: • Grasp the history, evolution, and significance of credit and lending in modern economies. • Differentiate between various types of lending practices, including consumer, commercial, and digital lending. • Employ the five Cs of credit (Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions) to evaluate potential borrowers. • Understand and apply credit scoring systems and credit reports in lending decisions. • Use a structured approach to make informed and sound lending decisions. • Factor in risk-return profiles and align decisions with organizational objectives. • Identify different types of risks associated with lending, such as credit risk, market risk, and operational risk. • Apply strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring the stability and profitability of lending portfolios. • Understand the role of regulatory bodies in the lending sector. • Ensure compliance with local and international lending regulations and standards. • Recognize and avoid predatory lending practices and other unethical behaviors. • Advocate for fair lending practices that prioritize the well-being of borrowers. • Stay updated with emerging trends in the credit and lending industry, including FinTech solutions, digital lending platforms, and alternative credit models. • Incorporate technological advancements and innovative practices into traditional lending processes. • Seek opportunities for professional development in the credit and lending sector. • Use feedback and industry changes as a catalyst for growth and refinement of lending strategies. Opportunity for Further Study: Participants who successfully complete the Certificate in Credit and Lending Practices can enrol on the Certified Credit Manager Program or take up another short course from UIBFS.
Duration: 3 Months Investment: UGX 900,000 Start dates: January/May/September
COST: Investment: UGX 1,700,000
