Board & Senior Management Training

About the Programme

Enhancing board members' and senior managers' skills in regulatory and compliance is crucial for traditional financial institutions and Fintechs to meet evolving supervisory expectations and industry trends.

The compliance burden is steadily increasing, with new requirements and complex rules being introduced almost daily across jurisdictions. Supervisors have adopted a zero-tolerance approach to misconduct, making it imperative for Boards to be proactive, well-informed, and resilient in navigating this challenging environment.

We offer comprehensive programme where participants will develop a robust understanding of regulatory foundations, as well as acquire practical tools to excel in Board discussions and decision-making.

Why we created this programme?

This programme was born from a shared idea between long-time colleagues and friends. Drawing on our practical experience across various institutions and organizations, we wanted to create a comprehensive learning journey tailored to the real-life needs of existing and aspiring board members and senior managers.

Our goal was to take knowledge often scattered across different roles and responsibilities and bring it together in one structured programme — combining both practical insights and actionable skills.

We are proud to be supported by a network of exceptional professionals who complement our expertise. Together, we are able to cover a wide spectrum of topics — from essential soft skills to specialized technical and regulatory areas — ensuring participants leave equipped to confidently navigate the challenges of their roles.

Three detailed modules

The program is organized into three comprehensive modules, which may be pursued individually or combined into a complete curriculum. Collectively, these modules address the essential competencies required by every member of a financial institution’s Board to facilitate effective and efficient oversight.

Module 1 Overview

Explore financial markets and senior management’s critical roles for effective board governance.

This module covers:

• Key business development areas in financial services

• Latest EU industry trends and regulatory updates

• Core financial regulation fundamentals

• Payments, open banking & PSD3

• Senior management roles, duties & competencies

• Overview of main financial services

• Supervisory landscape

• Governance essentials: management bodies, responsibilities & liability

• Management information systems and oversight practices

• 3LOD in practice

• Risk culture, appetite setting & EWRA

• Business plans, forecasts & change management

• New product approval processes and risks

Module 2 Risk

Understand financial institutions’ risk types and crucial oversight questions for senior managers.

This module covers:

• AML fundamentals & EWRA

• Competition and conduct requirements (ABC, gifts/entertainment, conflicts of interest, anti-slavery)

• Advertising rules & consumer protection

• Personal data protection

• Key financial, legal & prudential obligations

• Treasury practices (safeguarding, client funds management)

• ESG essentials

• AI in financial crime prevention & criminal misuse

• Sanctions compliance

• Client funds regime & investment options

• Prudential requirements & financial reporting

• Wind-down planning, ICAAP & ILAAP

Module 3 Skills

Management Bodies in Action: interpersonal skills, decisions making dynamics and case simulations.

This module covers:

• Independence of mind: what it really means in practice

• Effective documentation & discussion quality in management body meetings

• Tools for assessing management body performance (self-assessments, escalation paths, etc.)

• Meeting frequency, culture & decision-making dynamics

• Conflict management

• Time and stress management techniques

• Evaluating functional performance, including 2LOD

• Managing regulatory affairs & interactions with the public sector

• Board / Supervisory Board assessments: what to ask & what to expect

• Case studies

Programme lecturers

Jekaterina Govina

Fintech and compliance expert, ex regulator, NED

Ruta Mrazauskaite

Compliance expert, ex Revolut, ex Airwallex

Dovile Grigiene

Chair of Supervisory Board at Revolut, ex Swedbank

Raimondas Berniunas

Migle Petkeviciene

AND OTHER EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS

Board Member at SME bank, ex Revolut, ex SEB

Compliance, Partner at Sorainen

FAQs

What is the training about?

Our training covers three modules focused on financial markets, risk typology, and management skills for board members.

Who should attend?

Can modules be combined?

What topics do modules cover?

How is training delivered?

Yes, modules can be taken individually or as a complete course for comprehensive learning.

The programme includes an overview of financial markets, risk questions for senior managers, and soft skills through case simulations.

This training is designed specifically for board members and senior managers of financial institutions seeking effective compliance oversight skills.

Training is delivered through interactive sessions including case simulations and practical management exercises.

Need a customized program for your organization? Contact us.

Comprehensive training modules for financial institution board members and senior managers