Financial Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion
5 DaysFinancial Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion
The British Academy for Training and Development provides this course in “Financial Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion” which provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, strategies, and tools that support financial consumer protection and inclusion. Through practical examples and global case studies, participants will explore the link between financial well-being, regulation, market conduct, and inclusive finance.
Overview
Course Objectives
Who should attend?
· Financial regulators and central bank staff
· Policymakers and government officials
· Microfinance and banking professionals
· NGO and civil society representatives in financial inclusion
· Consumer protection advocates
· Academics and students in economics, law, and public policy
· Fintech and digital finance service providers
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:
· Explain key concepts of financial consumer protection and inclusion.
· Identify the main regulatory frameworks and principles guiding FCP and FI.
· Evaluate financial products and services from a consumer protection perspective.
· Recognize the challenges facing underserved populations in accessing finance.
· Develop strategies for responsible financial innovation and digital inclusion.
· Assess consumer risks and recommend appropriate redress mechanisms.
· Design national or institutional financial inclusion action plans.
· Monitor, evaluate, and improve financial consumer protection systems.
Course Outline
Foundations of Financial Consumer Protection and Inclusion
o Definitions and core principles
o The business case for consumer protection
o The inclusion-protection nexus
o Overview of global initiatives (G20, World Bank, OECD)
Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
o International best practices (G20, OECD, Basel)
o Role of central banks and regulators
o Market conduct regulation vs prudential regulation
o Laws protecting vulnerable consumers
Consumer Rights and Market Conduct
o Consumer rights (choice, information, redress)
o Common misconduct (mis-selling, overcharging)
o Financial literacy and informed decision-making
o Responsibilities of financial service providers
Inclusive Financial Systems and Access
o Barriers to financial inclusion (geographic, gender, income)
o Financial infrastructure and ID systems
o National financial inclusion strategies
o Social and economic impact of financial inclusion
Financial Products and Risk Disclosure
o Common products (loans, savings, insurance, payments)
o Fair pricing and disclosure requirements
o Suitability and affordability assessments
o Evaluating product safety and transparency
Technology, Innovation, and Digital Inclusion
o Role of fintech in advancing inclusion
o Mobile money and digital wallets
o Risks in digital financial services
o Data privacy, cybersecurity, and digital identity
Grievance Redress and Dispute Resolution
o Complaint mechanisms: internal and external
o Financial Ombudsman schemes
o Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) tools
o Accessibility and effectiveness of redress systems
Consumer Empowerment and Education
o National strategies for financial literacy
o Tools for behavioral change and informed choices
o Targeted education for youth, women, and MSMEs
o Role of civil society and consumer advocacy groups
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Policy Design
o Measuring inclusion and protection (Findex, IMF indicators)
o Developing key performance indicators (KPIs)
o Impact assessment of inclusion policies
o Designing policies based on evidence and feedback
Schedule & Fees
No upcoming sessions at the moment. Contact us for custom scheduling.