We welcome applications for this course from suitably qualified non-members. Please explain your interest and set out any relevant experience in a cover letter and a brief CV. Such applications are subject to a supplemental fee.

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Programme objectives

On completion of this course, participants will have:

• a comprehensive understanding of finance law and legal regulations/directives that relate to specific financial services sectors in Ireland;
• an thorough understanding of the regulatory framework for the financial services industry in this jurisdiction and the ability to analyze the recent developments in this area;
• a specialized knowledge of the banking industry and a detailed knowledge of the provisions of a range of banking documentation;
• familiarity with a range of various industry sectors, including investment firms, investment funds, insurances/reinsurance and undertakings and stockbroking;
• an overview of the effects of recent case law and legislative developments on financial services in Ireland.

Programme Structure and Approach to Learning

The Diploma in Finance Law provides students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the law in relation to the provision of financial services from a national and international perspective. This dynamic area is constantly subject to regulatory and statutory changes at both a European and national level. Brexit has the potential to have a significant impact on this sector. The modules in this diploma will consider the current financial services market in Ireland and the regulatory framework in which it operates. The course also focuses on specific technical and legal aspects, including a review of the underlying principles and characteristics of banking and financial markets, perspectives on corporate finance, and the regulatory issues that relate to domestic and international capital markets.

The programme is based on the following module scheme and covers key themes as listed below:

Module 1: Financial services market

• Legislative provisions
• The Central Bank and regulation
• Investment firms

Module 2: Industry sectors

• Investment funds
• Insurance
• Pensions

Module 3: Banking sectors and loan financing

• Regulation of banking in Ireland
• Codes of practice
• Corporate banking

Module 4: Loan financing

• Loan Market Association
• Equity financing
• Recovery and restructuring

Module 5: Capital markets

• Bond markets
• International Swaps and Derivatives Association
• Irish Stock Exchange

Module 6: Capital markets and corporate governance

• Corporate governance
• Money laundering
• Insider dealing and market manipulation

Workshops

A number of workshops will be held throughout the course. Workshops are interactive sessions that focus on group problem-solving and are designed to revise all modules covered to date and to consolidate the student’s knowledge.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for the following:

• Solicitors, trainee solicitors, paralegals and other suitable professionals who wish to expand their knowledge of the financial services industry with a view to moving into the area;
• Solicitors, those in the banking industry and other suitable professionals seeking to gain a thorough understanding of the rules governing the regulation of banking and a detailed knowledge of banking documentation;
• Solicitors and other suitable professionals who wish to familiarise themselves with the funds industry in Ireland;
• Directors or relevant professionals who wish to familiarise themselves with compliance issues in relation to the financial services industry;

‘We welcome applications for this course from suitably qualified non-members. Please explain your interest and set out any relevant experience in a cover letter and a brief CV. Such applications are subject to a supplemental fee of €200.

Faculty

Lecturers and tutors will be drawn from solicitors, barristers, accountants, and others with expertise in the field of finance law. Previous lecturers have included:

• Patrick Ambrose, solicitor
• Duncan Barnaville, LK Shields
• Eimear Burbridge, Walkers
• Elaine Byrne, Central Bank of Ireland
• Garret Byrne, BL
• Robert Cain, Arthur Cox
• Niall Campbell, William Fry
• Liam Collins, Matheson
• Ger Deering, Financial Services Ombudsman
• Ailis Garvey, Walkers
• Libby Garvey, Matheson
• Grace Guy, Pensions Board
• Berni Hosty, A&L Goodbody
• William Johnston, Arthur Cox
• Daniel Lawlor, Central Bank of Ireland
• Kevin Lynch, Arthur Cox
• Aaron McGarry, Walkers
• Paul McMahon, Lavelle Coleman
• Sarah Maguire, Dillon Eustace
• Darren Maher, Matheson
• David Molloy, Arthur Cox
• Patrick Molloy, Matheson
• Trevor Murphy, solicitor
• Tara O’Callaghan, Dillon Eustace
• Eoin O’Connor, Arthur Cox
• Gavin O’Flaherty
• Kerill O’Shaughnessy, Walkers
• Sarah O’Sullivan, Arthur Cox
• Peter O’Toole, AIB
• James Phelan, William Fry
• Paula Reid, A&L Goodbody

*Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in these pages is accurate and up to date. However timetables and course content are subject to change and date and time changes may occur due to factors beyond our control.