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How Big Data, AI and Blockchain Are Changing Finance
Giné, Mireia; Antón, MiguelArticle ART-3200-EFinance, Information TechnologiesThe marriage of finance and technology has given rise to new players that are transforming the financial industry. Many of these fintech firms deliver more economical, flexible, user-friendly services, disintermediating financial services and capturing a considerable part of traditional banks' market share. The days of banks serving as the only access point to the financial system are over. Instead, new technologies are ushering in new forms of a...Starting at €8.20
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Basel III: Toward a new financial architecture
Soley, Jorge; Rahnema Alavi, Ahmad; Cutillas, SergiTechnical Note FN-583-EFinanceBasel III, some details of which are still to be worked out, marks another step by supervisors toward a stable and solvent banking sector. The technical note focuses not only on the specific features of Basel III but also on complementary regulations. It looks at the strategic impact on the banking sector, as in many people's view Basel III heralds a "new financial architecture".Starting at €8.20
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Banca de Inversión
de Heredia, Tomás; Cutillas, Sergi; Sánchez de León, Carlos; Soley, Jorge; Liechtenstein, HeinrichTechnical Note FN-424FinanceEsta nota proporciona una perspectiva general de los orígenes y principales actividades de la banca de inversión. Explica las diferencias que existen entre la banca de inversión y los bancos comerciales, así como también quiénes son los clientes habituales, qué instrumentos financieros usan y cómo está evolucionando para adaptarse a un cambiante marco regulador.Starting at €8.20
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Investment Banking
de Heredia, Tomás; Cutillas, Sergi; Sánchez de León, Carlos; Soley, Jorge; Liechtenstein, HeinrichTechnical Note FN-424-EFinanceThis note provides an overview of the origins and main activities of investment banks. It explains how they differ from commercial banks, who their main customers are, what financial instruments they use, and how they are evolving to adapt to changing regulatory framework.Starting at €8.20
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Basilea III: Hacia una nueva arquitectura financiera
Soley, Jorge; Rahnema Alavi, Ahmad; Cutillas, SergiTechnical Note FN-583FinanceBasilea III, pendiente aún de concreción en algunos temas, es un paso más de los supervisores para lograr un sector financiero estable y solvente. La nota técnica no sólo se centra en las características propias de Basilea III sino también en aquellas regulaciones que la complementan. Se estudian los efectos estratégicos sobre el sector bancario ya que muchos definen al sector después de Basilea III como "una nueva arquitectura bancaria"....Starting at €8.20
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Operational Finance: (1) Financial analysis
Antón, MiguelFNO-1-EFinanceThe goal of this course is provide learners with a methodology through which they can analyze a company's financial situation and develop sound financing decisions accordingly. 1. Analyze and interpret financial statements. 2. Execute financial forecasts. 3. Diagnose financial problems. 4. Develop action plans to resolve financial problems. -
Operational Finance: (3) Diagnosis and action plan
Antón, MiguelFNO-3-EFinanceIn this module, we introduce the final elements for a comprehensive understanding of operational finance. We'll explore tools like sensitivity analysis to evaluate decision outcomes under varying conditions. Additionally, we'll delve into key issues for the company and its shareholders, including sustainable growth and ROE (Return on Equity), while revisiting NFO (Need for Funds for Operations) and more. -
Operational Finance: (4) Sensitivity Analysis, NFO Revisted and Building up the ROE
Antón, MiguelFNO-4-EFinanceIn this module, we'll explore the Need for Funds for Operations (NFO) and Working Capital (WC), two key concepts essential for understanding the company's problems. Ultimately, armed with a thorough diagnosis, we'll create an action plan that will lead us towards sustainable growth. -
The Payments System
Antón, Miguel; Giné, MireiaTechnical Note FN-648-EFinancePayment systems are necessary for the correct functioning of any modern economy, providing individuals, merchants and firms with the means for making and receiving payments, clearing and settlement.Starting at €8.20
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El impacto del 'big data', la inteligencia artificial y el 'blockchain' en las finanzas
Giné, Mireia; Antón, MiguelArticle ART-3200Finance, Information TechnologiesEl maridaje entre finanzas y tecnología ha dado lugar a nuevos actores que están transformando el sector. Se conocen como fintech y prometen servicios financieros más económicos y flexibles tanto para el consumidor final como para las empresas de todos los sectores. Adiós a los bancos como único punto de acceso al sistema financiero, hola a nuevos mecanismos de financiación asequible, medios de pago más rápidos y eficientes e incluso una mejor re...Starting at €8.20