FAQs

Why consider the BTRM in preference to FRM, PRMIA, ACCA, ALMA, CFA, ACT, CertBALM or ACI qualifications?

The BTRM teaches in-depth actual practitioner best-practice in the field of bank balance sheet risk management. It addresses topics covered only lightly, if at all, in other learning programmes including subjects such as liquidity risk management, funds transfer pricing, centralised clearing, collateral management and the XVAs, to name but a few. It is taught by practitioners for practitioners

When will the BTRM commence?

Cohort 19 starts on Wednesday 10th April 2024

How long is the course?

The examined part of the course takes place over 6 months, with the examination taking place at the end of the course.

What is the fee & early bird structure?

There is a 20% discount available until 12th January, 15% discount until 16th February and 10% discount available until 22nd March, 2024.

Who should attend the BTRM?

The BTRM Certificate of Bank Treasury Risk Management will enhance the careers of the following:

Treasury Senior Management
Heads of ALM / Money Markets
Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) membership
Heads of Balance Sheet Management
Senior Risk Management
Liquidity Managers
Liquidity stress testing
Balance Sheet Managers and Funds Transfer Pricing
Money Markets / Repo Traders
Collateral management
Treasury consultant
Product controllers
Financial accountants
Regulators in the liquidity risk space
Policy analysts in central banks

Can I defer my Bank Treasury Risk Management educational learning?

At any stage during the BTRM you may defer your education until the next cohort. The cohort runs twice per annum, every April and October.

How do I write the final examination if I’m based outside of the UK?

All non-UK based students sit the exam at their own desktop, using the BTRM online examination and digital invigilator system.

Where do I attend the course?

The course is globally online but can be attended in-person at One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London. Weekly lectures at 17.30 every Wednesday, and selected other weekdays, for up to 3 hours.

How do I access the live global streaming lectures?

The live streaming will be available on Cisco Webex, you will be given weekly login access details.

What happens if I fail The BTRM?

You will have one chance to retake the final examination.

What happens if I miss a lecture week?

All the live streamed lectures are recorded and are available for you in your BTRM member’s area for the duration of the course.

Can I stagger my BTRM payments?

Yes, the BTRM offers flexible payment options where candidates can pay for the course by instalments.

Option 1:

Pay in full on Registration

Option 2:

Full course: Pay 50% on registration and 50% in week 14
Stage 1 Only: Pay 50% on registration and 50% in week 12
Stage 2 Only: Pay 50% on registration and 50% in week 14 (Lecture week 23)
Self-study pack: Pay 50% on registration and 50% prior to taking the final examination

Option 3:

Full course: Pay £1000 on registration, 50% of remaining balance at week 11 and the final 50% in week 21
Stage 1 Only: Pay £1000 on registration, 50% of remaining balance at week 6 and the final 50% in week 12
Stage 2 Only: Pay £1000 on registration, 50% of remaining balance at week 7 (Lecture week 20) and the final 50% in week 23
Self-study pack: Pay £1000 on registration, 50% of remaining balance to qualify for Stage 2 and the final 50% prior to taking the final examination

Is it possible to take only selected modules?

The BTRM offers two flexible study options so you can decide how to complete the course:

Full Course: Complete the 5 modules in 6 months
Stage 1 & 2: Complete the 5 modules in 2 x 3 month stages. Please note that candidates must pass Stage 1 and then Stage 2 to become BTRM certified. Stage 2 cannot be taken as a stand-alone.