Overview

This module examines aspects of Global Banking which shape how international banks behave and operate. This includes consideration of what international banking involves and its evolution through time. This will also include contemporary themes such as discussion on the impact of developments in technology and digital banking, and consideration of Islamic Banking products in the appropriate context. The module will examine the wide panorama of the banking world - from High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) to Financial Inclusion, and global Mergers & Acquisitions. Throughout the module relevant case studies will be used from various geographies to illustrate the changing face of global banking.

The content of the module may include but will not be limited to examining the nature and evolution of international banks and global banking; the various demands of customer demographics; patterns and underpinnings of cross border financial flows; the examination of financial development and the role of global banking in addressing global issues such as financial inclusion; global banking risks and the challenges for bank regulation and capital requirement.

Assessment Strategy

Threshold C- to C+ (50-59%): Satisfactory performance. No major omissions or inaccuracies in the deployment of information/skills. Some grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements. Integration of theory/practice/information present intermittently in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Knowledge of key areas/principles only. Weaknesses in understanding of some areas. Limited evidence of background study. Answer inadequately focused on task and with some irrelevant material and poor structure. Arguments presented but lack coherence. Minor factual/computational errors. Lacking original interpretation.

Good B- to B+ (60-69%): Good performance. Most of the relevant information accurately deployed. Good grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements. Good integration of theory/practice/information in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills. Understands most but not all concepts/issues. Evidence of background study. Focused answer with good structure. Arguments presented coherently. Mostly free of factual errors. Some limited original interpretation. Well known links between topics are described. Problems addressed by existing methods/approaches. Good presentation with accurate communication

Excellent standard: 70+ An outstanding performance, exceptionally able. The relevant information is accurately deployed. Excellent grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practice elements. Good integration of theory/practice/information in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives. Strong evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.

Learning Outcomes

• Critically analyse recent developments and future potential in global banking.

• Critically review the nature of competition and risk across the banking panorama, and the challenge these present for regulation.

• Evaluate the empowering potential of technology and financial innovation to improve service provision, whilst also widening access.