Southeast Asian Financial Industry Association 2024 Professional Development Series Training
2024-06-08
Training
Theme: Digital Finance, RegTech, and Climate Risk—Empowering ASEAN Financial Talent
I. Training Program Overview
• Program Name: 2024 ASEAN Financial Professionals Capacity Enhancement Program
• Organizer: Southeast Asian Financial Industry Association
• Academic Support: National University of Singapore Business School, Asian Development Bank Institute
• Schedule: June 10–14, 2024 (5 days)
• Training Venue: Monetary Authority of Singapore Academy + Online Synchronous
• Language of Instruction: English (with simultaneous interpretation in major ASEAN languages)
• Target Participants: Mid-level managers of financial institutions, regulatory officials, fintech practitioners
• Class Size: Limited to 80 participants (40 in-person + 40 online)
II. Training Module Design
Module 1: Frontiers of Digital Financial Innovation (June 10–11)
• Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Technical Architecture and Cross-Border Applications
• Artificial Intelligence in Credit Risk Management and Wealth Management Practices
• Open Banking API Ecosystem Development
• Blockchain Applications in Compliant Trade Finance
• Digital Identity and KYC Standardization Implementation
Module 2: In-Depth Analysis of Financial RegTech (June 12)
• Interpretation of ASEAN Unified Regulatory Reporting Standards
• Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Technology Innovations
• Compliant Pathways for Cross-Border Data Flows
• Practical Case Studies of FinTech Regulatory Sandboxes
• Comparative Analysis of Digital Asset Regulatory Frameworks
Module 3: Climate and Sustainable Finance Practices (June 13)
• Application of ASEAN Sustainable Finance Taxonomy
• Climate Risk Stress Testing Model Development
• Green Bond Issuance and Certification Processes
• Key Design Elements of Transition Finance Instruments
• Guidance on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures
Module 4: Leadership and Change Management (June 14)
• Organizational Transformation in Digital Transition
• Cross-Cultural Team Leadership Development
• Financial Innovation Project Incubation and Management
• Regulatory Communication and Policy Influence Strategies
• Career Development Planning Workshop
III. Teaching Features
1. Case-Driven Instruction
• Analysis of 20+ real-world ASEAN cases
• Singapore’s digital banking transformation case study
• Indonesia’s inclusive fintech practices
• Thailand’s green bond market development
2. Hands-On Workshops
• Digital financial product design sprint
• Climate risk scenario simulation
• Regulatory technology (RegTech) solution design
• Cross-border payment system sandbox simulation. Expert Mentor Team
• Former senior officials from regulatory authorities
• Chief Risk Officers of multinational banks
• Chief Technology Officers of leading fintech companies
• Sustainable development experts from international organizations
IV. Faculty Lineup (Partially Confirmed)
Regulatory Experts
• Former FinTech Director, Monetary Authority of Singapore
• Deputy Director, Digital Finance Department, Bank Negara Malaysia
• Senior Technology Regulation Advisor, Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand
Industry Leaders
• Chief Innovation Officer, DBS Bank
• ASEAN Compliance Director, Standard Chartered Bank
• ASEAN FinTech Leader, Ernst & Young
Academic Authorities
• FinTech Professor, National University of Singapore
• Senior Research Fellow, Asian Development Bank Institute
• Visiting Scholar, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
V. Participant Benefits
Knowledge and Skills Enhancement
• Master the latest applications of digital financial technologies
• Gain proficiency in ASEAN regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements
• Develop capabilities in climate risk assessment and management
• Acquire skills in designing sustainable financial products
Professional Certification
• Awarded the "ASEAN Financial Professional" certificate upon completion
• Eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours
• Outstanding participants recommended for internships with international organizations
Resource Network
• Inclusion in the ASEAN Financial Talent Database
• Access to one-on-one mentoring opportunities with industry experts
• Entry into the Southeast Asian Financial Elite Community
• Priority participation in subsequent high-level events organized by the association
VI. Registration Information
Training Fees
• In-person full program: USD 2,800 (includes materials, meals, and site visits)
• Online full program: USD 1,800
• Single module registration: USD 800/module
• Association members: 15% discount
• Group registration (3+ participants): 20% discount
Early Bird Discounts
• 30% discount for registrations completed by April 30, 2024
• Special subsidies for participants from ASEAN emerging markets (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar)
Application Requirements
1. Minimum 3 years of work experience in finance-related fields
2. Proficiency in English (proof or interview required)
3. Recommendation letter from current employer
4. Submission of a personal career development plan
VII. Alumni Feedback
"The training perfectly integrated cutting-edge theory with ASEAN practices, helping me design my company’s digital transformation roadmap."
—Deputy General Manager, Vietnam Investment Bank
"The practical tools from the climate risk module were directly applied to our green credit project with significant results."
—Director of Sustainability, Philippine Commercial Bank
"The peer network established has become a vital resource for expanding my regional business."
—Founder, Indonesian FinTech Company
Shaping the Future of ASEAN Finance Begins with Empowering Talent
The Southeast Asian Financial Industry Association is committed to cultivating a new generation of financial leaders with global vision and local insight.
Contact Information
Training Department Email: training@safia.asia
Official Website: www.safia.asia