This diploma examines the provision of financial services from a national and international perspective. The modules consider:

• the current financial services market in Ireland and the regulatory framework in which it operates;

• the use of FinTech and RegTech in the industry;

• the underlying principles and characteristics of banking and financial markets;

• perspectives on corporate finance;

• the regulatory issues that relate to domestic and international capital markets,

• the Central Bank of Ireland (Individual Accountability Framework and SEARS) Act 2023, the Senior Executive Accountability Regime (SEAR), Conduct Standards;

• enhancements to the Fitness & Probity (F&P) regime;

• amendments to the Administrative Sanctions Procedure (ASP); and

• an overview of the effects of recent case law and legislative developments on financial services in Ireland.

What our past students say 

"The Diploma in Finance Law enabled me to broaden my knowledge in areas of finance law that were less familiar to me, while at the same time building on the practical experience I had gained in investment funds law. The lecturers provided practical examples of the types of matters that can arise, and the tutorials allowed for further in-depth discussions, based on practical scenarios. The course materials were comprehensive, and being able to view lectures and access notes online was a real benefit. I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to move into the area of finance law for the first time, or someone seeking to build on existing experience." 

Mairéad McGuinness, Legal and Policy Team Lead, Central Bank of Ireland 

Who should apply

The course will appeal to solicitors, barristers and trainees who wish to expand their knowledge of the financial services industry with a view to moving into the area, as well as those in the banking industry, and other suitable professionals. 

• Apply for the Diploma in Finance Law

For further information on the course and the application process, visit the Diploma Centre pages on our website or contact Megan Murphy Byrne, course leader.