Overview
This online 8-week course is specifically designed for regulators, policymakers and public sector financial authorities. It provides key insights, hands-on tools and practical project-based learning opportunities to navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape around open banking and open finance, and to empower more jurisdictions to develop their open banking ecosystems.
Next cohort: 4 September to 29 October 2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Language: English
Time commitment: 5-6 hours per week, self-paced and live online learning
Fee: $2,500
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Course details
Crafted exclusively for financial authorities, the Open Banking and Open Finance for Regulators course is an engaging 8-week online learning experience. The course is your gateway to a wealth of global expertise, as we bring together seasoned professionals to share their insights on a global stage. Our mission is simple: to demystify the realm of open banking and open finance, making it accessible and meaningful for you.
In this course, we will guide you through the maze of open banking concepts and terminology. Beyond the technical jargon, we will unveil the strategic significance of open banking and how it fits seamlessly into the digital economy landscape.
Discover the varied objectives that different countries pursue with open banking, from fostering financial inclusivity to driving innovation. Plus, we’ll delve into safeguarding consumers in this evolving landscape, considering legal frameworks and readiness levels across jurisdictions.
But this isn’t your typical lecture-style learning. You’ll immerse yourself in real-world case studies, exchange insights with peers, and engage in live online sessions that suit your schedule. It’s an interactive journey that empowers you to learn, discuss, and apply these insights in your context. Join us to unravel the potential of open banking and open finance. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with a deeper understanding and actionable knowledge, poised to shape the future of banking with confidence.
Topics
- Module 0: Introduction: Welcome
- Module 1: Foundations of Open Banking & Open Finance
- Module 2: The Global Market Landscape of Open Banking & Finance
- Module 3: Policy Objectives and Regulatory Considerations
- Module 4: Technical Design and Infrastructure Development
- Module 5: Implementation Strategy & Ecosystem Development
- Module 6: Governance and Supervision
- Module 7: Open Data & Digital Market Infrastructure
- Capstone Project Presentation
Benefits
You will gain:
- practical tools to visualize information on open banking implementation globally
- foundational and practical knowledge of open finance terminology, considerations, and implementation approaches
- access to the global Regulator Knowledge Exchange community platform
- hands-on support in the practical development of the most impactful capstones POCs
- a prestigious Certificate of Completion issued by Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education
Who should attend
The course is for you if you are a regulator, policymaker, government official, risk, compliance, innovation or professional who wishes to understand further the policy, economic, technical, legal, regulatory, supervisory, governance and implementational aspects of open banking and open finance from a comparative context.
Faculty & speakers
The course is overseen by leading experts and academics from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, Cambridge Judge Business School and draws on insight from global Open Banking experts from the industry.
Book your place
Join our next cohort which runs from 4 September to 29 October 2025.