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Banks: Basics
Banks: Bank Regulations
Banks: Bank Assets
Banks: Percentages and Interest Rates

Amendment 42-24 Authorized for use 1 January 2025 / Mandatory 1 January 2026

Description

The term "financial institution" covers a lot of ground, from commercial banks to savings and loan associations to credit unions. This introductory course explains what each does and how they differ.

What this course covers:

  • What commercial banks, savings and loans, and credit unions each do
  • How these financial institutions differ from one another
  • The basics of how banks operate
  • Why staying current on changing financial regulations matters

Great for anyone working in or alongside a financial institution who wants a solid foundation in how banks fit the wider financial system.

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Banks

Banks: Basics
Banks: Basics

"Financial institution" is a broad term covering commercial banks, savings and loan associations, and credit unions. This module lays out the basics of each so you can tell them apart.

What this course covers:

  • The core role of commercial banks, savings and loans, and credit unions
  • Key differences among these financial institutions
  • Fundamental concepts every banking learner should know
  • Why financial laws and regulations keep changing

A useful starting point for new banking staff and anyone who works with financial institutions.

Banks: Bank Regulations
Banks: Bank Regulations

Banks are regulated by the FDIC, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, but do you know why? This course explains the reasons behind banking regulation.

What this course covers:

  • The four main reasons banks are regulated
  • The four entities that share regulatory duties for commercial banks
  • How federal regulators divide oversight responsibilities
  • The process of evaluating a commercial bank's financial performance

Ideal for banking staff who need to understand the regulatory framework their institution operates within.

Banks: Bank Assets
Banks: Bank Assets

Commercial banks are the most diversified of the nation's depository institutions, with the broadest asset and liability powers. This course explains the assets banks hold and why.

What this course covers:

  • The types of assets commercial banks may hold
  • Bank lending practices with commercial and industrial firms
  • Business and consumer loan types banks offer
  • Bank liabilities, capital, and capital requirements
  • How asset and liability structures are organized

Built for banking professionals who want a clearer picture of asset-liability management and bank balance sheets.

Banks: Percentages and Interest Rates
Banks: Percentages and Interest Rates

Comprehending percentages and interest rates is essential to working in the banking industry. This course helps learners build confidence with the math behind everyday banking.

What this course covers:

  • How to define and calculate percentages
  • Basis points and yield differentials
  • The concept of interest in banking
  • Simple and compound interest and how to calculate each

Perfect for new banking employees who want a firm grasp of the percentages and interest calculations they will use on the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed for employees who need to complete Banks training

Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.

The course takes approximately 29 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.

Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.

Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.

Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).

Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.

Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.

Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.

Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.

Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.

Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.

Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.

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