Programme Info
The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Deposit Insurance programme provides students with the skills to meet the demand for expertise around deposit insurance. The stability of the banking system is a core objective of regulators globally as bank failures can have grave consequences. Thus, the course lays great emphasis on the knowledge of contemporary issues and challenges relating to the global practice of deposit insurance as well of bank failure resolution options.
Objectives
The EMBA programme in Deposit Insurance seeks to:
- Develop highly competent and versatile practitioners through the provision of relevant academic and professional training.
- Promote independent thinking for the development and implementation of policies for a sustainable banking system.
- Emphasise the application of appropriate qualitative and quantitative knowledge in decision making.
Scope
The EMBA programme in Deposit Insurance cuts across various areas in the private and public sectors of the economy. Students will complete relevant courses in related areas in addition to project work in their areas of interest.
Entry Requirements
Candidates for the EMBA programme in Deposit Insurance shall have the following:
- Minimum of one year working experience in the industry.
- Bachelors’ degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in any relevant discipline.
Admission is twice in a year: April and October.
Mode of Study
The mode of study for the EMBA programme in Deposit Insurance shall be by course work, organisational case studies, annual attendance of the School’s international conference, and case project report.
Duration
The duration for the Executive MBA programme in Deposit Insurance shall be four (4) semesters. This is a weekend programme which can be one (1) contact per month over a 5 month period for each semester.
Employment Opportunities
The EMBA programme in Deposit Insurance prepares students to improve professionalism in deposit insurance practices and failure resolution mechanisms. The programme equally trains them to fill middle and senior level management positions in business, commerce, industry, and government. With their education and training, they can set up their own businesses since the programme also emphasises self-employment and consultancy.