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Overview This is a 2 day course on understanding credit markets converting credit derivatives, from plain vanilla credit default swaps through to structured credit derivatives involving correlation products such as nth to default baskets, index tranches, synthetic collateralized debt obligations and more. Gain insights into the corporate credit market dynamics, including the role of ratings agencies and the ratings process. Delve into the credit triangle, relating credit spreads to default probability (PD), exposure (EAD), and expected recovery (LGD). Learn about CDS indices (iTRAXX and CDX), their mechanics, sub-indices, tranching, correlation, and the motivation for tranched products. The course also includes counterparty risk in derivatives market where you learn how to managed and price Counterparty Credit Risk using real-world, practical examples Understand key definitions of exposure, including Mark-to-Market (MTM), Expected Exposure (EE), Expected Positive Exposure (EPE), Potential Future Exposure (PFE), Exposure at Default (EAD), and Expected Loss (EL) Explore the role of collateral and netting in managing counterparty risk, including the key features and mechanics of the Credit Support Annex (CSA) Briefly touch upon other XVA adjustments, including Margin Valuation Adjustment (MVA), Capital Valuation Adjustment (KVA), and Collateral Valuation Adjustment (CollVA). Who the course is for Credit traders and salespeople Structurers Asset managers ALM and treasury (Banks and Insurance Companies) Loan portfolio managers Product control, finance and internal audit Risk managers Risk controllers xVA desk IT Regulatory capital and reporting Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Overview 1 day course on IFRS 9 expected credit loss modelling, both for financial statement and capital stress testing purposes Who the course is for Credit risk management Quants ALM staff Finance Internal audit External auditors Bank investors – equity and credit investors Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

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Course Objectives The goal of this course is to provide you with the knowledge required to use more advanced functions and formulas and work with various tools to analyse and present data in spreadsheets, such as sorting, filtering, applying conditional formatting and charting the data. ' Customer Feedback Really useful and engaging course. Learnt a lot that will be very beneficial in my job. Trainer was great. Kelly Moreley - TACT Very happy with the course. Worked as a good refresher from what I knew already and enhanced my knowledge further in formulas + vlookup and shortcut keys. Jenny Price - Acer 1 year email support service Take a look at the consistent excellent feedback from our corporate clients visiting our site ms-officetraining co uk With more than 20 years experience, we deliver courses on all levels of the Desktop version of Microsoft Office and Office 365; ranging from Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced to the VBA level. Our trainers are Microsoft certified professionals with a proven track record with several years experience in delivering classroom, one to one, tailored and bespoke courses. Tailored In company training: You can choose to run the course exactly as they are outlined by us or we can customise it so that it meets your specific needs. A tailored or bespoke course will follow the standard outline but may be adapted to your specific organisational needs. Please visit our site (ms-officetraining co uk) to get a feel of the excellent feedback our courses have had and look at other courses you might be interested in. Recap on Excel formulas and calculations Overview of formulas in Excel Relative, Absolute and Mixed cell references Group editing worksheets Autofill and Flash Fill Changing Excel’s environment Options Changing the default number of sheets Creating an Autofill Custom List Adding tools to the Quick Access Toolbar Mastering Excel Tables Introducing Excel Tables Formatting a Table Creating Calculated Columns Using Slicers to filter your data Using Totals to get statistics out of your data Removing duplicates Converting Tables back to normal Ranges Using names Ranges In Excel formulas As a way of navigating through the workbook Advanced Formulas Simple IF examples Using IF to check if a cell is blank Nested IFs VLOOKUP HLOOKUP Text Functions Date Functions Conditional formatting Apply Conditional Formatting Customising Conditional Formatting Using Icons in Conditional Formatting Using Formulas to conditionally format cells Linking spreadsheets and workbooks Making a reference to another worksheet Making a reference to another workbook Editing links Troubleshooting links Analysing databases Quick analysis Sorting a database Apply filters to a database Advance filter Sorting and Filtering by Conditional Formats Charts Analyse trends in data using Sparklines Creating charts from start to finish Exploring the different Chart Types Apply Chart Styles Formatting Chart Elements Filtering Charts by Series or Categories Adding a Trendline to a Chart Create a Chart Template Attaching security to a spreadsheet and workbook Protect Cells Protect Structure of worksheets Protect a Workbook by adding passwords Introduction to Pivot Tables What are Pivot Tables? Using recommended pivot tables to analyse your data Who is this course for? Who is this course for? For those who want to explore in more detail formulas and functions, data analysis and data presentation. Requirements Requirements Preferably, delegates would have attended the Excel Introduction course. Career path Career path Excel know-how can instantly increase your job prospects as well as your salary. 80 percent of job openings require spreadsheet and word-processing software skills

The BSc (Hons) Business degree, offered in collaboration with Plymouth Marjon University by Results Consortium, is meticulously crafted to equip students for the dynamic business landscape. The curriculum delves into the operations of SME businesses, unraveling the keys to their success and imparting valuable insights for effective work within such enterprises or even entrepreneurship. The program, conducted in London and Northampton, ensures a comprehensive exploration of various business dimensions, covering management strategies, business structures, marketing, supply chain and operations management, and finance. Real-world examples and case studies drawn from a spectrum of business entities, from startups to multinational corporations, enrich the learning experience, providing a profound understanding of diverse methodologies in business management. Additionally, the placement opportunities in SME businesses during the second and third years enable students to gain hands-on practical experience, enhancing their employability. 

Overview This is a 2 day applied course on XVA for anyone interested in going beyond merely a conceptual understanding of XVA and wants practical examples of Monte Carlo simulation of market risk factors to create exposure distributions and profiles for derivatives used for XVA pricing Learn how to do Monte Carlo simulation of key market risk factors across major asset classes to create exposure distributions and profiles (with and without collateral) for derivatives used for XVA pricing. Learn how to calculate each XVA. Learn sensitivities of each XVA and how XVA desks manage these. Learn regulatory capital treatment of counterparty credit risk (both for CCR and CVA volatility) and how to stress test this within ICAAP or system-wide external, supervisor-led capital stress test. Who the course is for Anyone involved in OTC derivatives XVA traders XVA quants Derivatives traders and salespeople Risk management Treasury staff Internal audit and finance Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Course Objectives This course aims to provide delegates with a foundation for Excel knowledge and skills. ' Customer Feedback Great course and excellent trainer. Thanks Tracy Preston - Western Power Distribution Very helpful course. Would definitely take another one. Pedro was very patient and made it fun and engaged with us all. Laura Smith - James Grant Very professional and well mannered, fun and pleasant at the same time. I learnt a lot Carolina Foster - CNN 1 year email support service Take a look at the consistent excellent feedback from trainees visiting our site ms-officetraining co uk With more than 20 years experience, we deliver courses on all levels of the Desktop version of Microsoft Office and Office 365; ranging from Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced to the VBA level. Our trainers are Microsoft certified professionals with a proven track record with several years experience in delivering public, one to one, tailored and bespoke courses. Tailored in company training courses: You can choose to run the course exactly as they are outlined by us or we can customise it so that it meets your specific needs. A tailored or bespoke course will follow the standard outline but may be adapted to your specific organisational needs. Please visit our site (ms-officetraining co uk) to get a feel of the excellent feedback our courses have had and look at other courses you might be interested in. What is Excel? The Excel Interface Ribbon, Tabs and Groups Microsoft Office Backstage view Working with Workbooks Create a blank Workbook Create a Workbook using a Template Opening and saving Files Working with worksheets Worksheet navigation Select one or multiple Worksheets Insert, Move, Copy or Delete a Worksheet Working with Cells, Rows & Columns Cell References How to select cells or ranges Different types of data Move, Copy and Delete cells Pasting Options Find and Replace Working with Rows and Columns Overview of formulas in Excel Autocalculation The parts of an Excel formula Using calculation operators in Excel formulas The difference between Absolute, Relative and Mixed references Using Excel functions; Sum, Average, Max and Min Cell Formatting Font Format options Number Format options Change the Fill and Borders Cell Alignment An Introduction to Charts Create a simple Chart Format your chart Page Layout and Print Page Layout and Page Break View Change the Page Orientation Set Page Margins Headers and Footers in a worksheet Print a worksheet or workbook Who is this course for? Who is this course for? For those who want to explore in more detail formulas and functions, data analysis and data presentation. Requirements Requirements General knowledge of the Windows OS Career path Career path Excel know-how can instantly increase your job prospects as well as your salary. 80 percent of job openings require spreadsheet and word-processing software skills

Do you dream of starting a career in art, design or media? Are you interested in doing a creative Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree? Are you curious about studying art at University level but need a bit more experience, a confidence boost or want to immerse yourself in a few new creative techniques before you start your degree? Join us on our free two-week Making Change course. This course has been designed to prepare you to start university, alongside building a portfolio and gaining support for your application. You will get an art school experience, and during the course you will get the chance to meet the lecturers for the subjects you are interested in studying. You will learn how to work with different painting and printing techniques, test your skills as a fine artist, and get hands-on with materials, all while building a portfolio. This course has been designed to support you commencing your Undergraduate or Postgraduate studies with Arts University Plymouth in September 2025 or 2026. “Honestly, I can't believe the course was only three weeks long. The connections we all made were genuine, positive and have created a new opportunity for me that I have been trying to achieve for the past 20 years without success!” MAKING CHANGE STUDENT, MARCH 2022 What will I learn? During the course you will make, discuss and experiment with materials and ideas, whilst preparing for entry onto one of our Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses. You will be supported in making an application, and you will improve your knowledge of the higher education sector. Are you a mature student? Did you know that 31% of students at Arts University Plymouth are mature students? We pride ourselves on being a creative environment for all ages. As well as support in completing your application, you'll be given advice and tips on how to prepare your portfolio, as well as comprehensive student finance advice. Previous graduates of our Making Change courses have gone on to study at degree level on subjects including Fashion, Textiles, Fine Art, Craft and Material Practices and Painting, Drawing & Printmaking, and across our range of postgraduate courses. What are the entry requirements for this course? You don’t need to have a portfolio prepared - you just have to bring your enthusiasm and meet the following criteria: At the start of the course I am between the ages of 18 - 70, I'm eligible to work in the UK (i.e. I have a National Insurance number), I am interested in studying at Arts University Plymouth in September 2025 or 2026. I want to explore higher education opportunities at an undergraduate or postgraduate level, I am eligible for at least two years of student funding or I am looking at self-funding a Higher Education course,* I am able to attend all six sessions (see dates below). *More information on whether you are eligible for financial support can be found at www.gov.uk/student-finance/who-qualifies. If you are unsure if you are eligible, we can discuss this with you once you have applied. When does this course run? This course takes place on campus at Arts University Plymouth with sessions from 10am to 3:30pm, every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 4th - 13th June 2025.

An Exciting Practical Face to Face Course with FIONA BALDING, learning about and developing eco printing techniques, for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, both Art & Design and D&T.

The BA (Hons) in Business Management with a Foundation Year, in collaboration with Leeds Trinity University, spans four years and is designed to empower students with the necessary academic skills and tools for confident study. Throughout the program, students engage in modules aimed at enhancing their academic abilities and gaining foundational knowledge in business operations and management principles, including insights into entrepreneurship and the basics of marketing.  Upon the successful completion of the Foundation Year, students seamlessly transition to the first year of the Business Management BA (Hons) degree. The curriculum delves into the intricacies of organizational structures and operational strategies, covering fundamental aspects of accounting, finance, marketing, and providing opportunities to explore international business concepts. Developed in collaboration with employers, the program offers a comprehensive education in various facets of modern business management, addressing not only organizational challenges but also legal, ethical, and sustainability issues confronting companies in the contemporary business landscape.