Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Private Banking
Surveys in banks both in Liechtenstein and the neighbouring region verify the demand for continuing education in social, professional, sales and methodological competence for their staff. The Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Private Banking builds on this demand and provides in-depth continuing education. Participants are not only schooled and trained in all facets of private banking, but they also acquire valuable impulses for their personal development. This continuing education programme specifically promotes:
- insight and readiness for lifelong learning
- comprehensive consulting competence (professional, social, sales and methods)
- consulting attitude that promotes trust
- pro-active and motivated acquisition
- active contribution to a productive business culture
The Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Private Banking provides continuing education as a qualified specialist and private banking junior consultant.
Graduates
- understand the business policy significance of private customer relationships
- have at their disposal all-round and specific product knowledge and are acquainted with customer needs
- recognise the significance of effective teamwork
- communicate efficiently with both customers and with co-workers
- efficiently apply teamwork methods
- master the fundamentals of acquisition
- are able to utilise tools to efficiently organise their working environment
- are conversant with the Liechtenstein banking environment
Study Contents - Focuses
- Professional competence (private client business, trusts, economics, money and capital markets, banking business games, etc.)
- Social and sales skills (teamwork, communication, consulting and sales, etiquette, etc.)
- Methodological competence (presentation techniques, working effectively, etc.)
- Liechtenstein specifics
Completion
“Certified Private Banker” certificate
Graduates of the Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) are eligible for admission to the Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in Private Banking.
Admission Requirements
Eligible for admission to the Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) are:
- Higher-education graduates with a concentration in economics
- Graduates of other higher education programmes with equivalent professional experience in the financial services sector
- Graduates of specialised courses of study in the financial services sector or
- Completion of a commercial apprenticeship with a minimum of 2 years additional professional practice in the financial services sector
Duration of Study
2 semesters (approx. 7 months)
Tuition
CHF 7'600.-
Application and Dates
The Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Private Banking begins in October. Application deadline is 25 September (official application form). The programme is conducted subject to a minimum of 15 applications. Lectures for the individual modules are regularly held one evening per week from 5:45 to 9:00 p.m. A limited number of block lectures (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) are additionally scheduled.
Student Counselling
Study coordinator Mag. rer. soc. oec. Manuel Dünser is happy to personally assist you. For general information, please contact Yvonne Domig.