Description

This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the Dodd-Frank Act, its regulations, and its provisions. Also known as the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, the Dodd-Frank Act was enacted under the Obama administration in 2010 as a response to the 2008 Financial Crisis (The Great Recession).

This course includes:

  • 2.5 hours of on-demand video
  • Unlimited Access, Anytime, on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion

What You'll Learn:

This training covers key aspects of the Dodd-Frank Act, including:

  • Purposes/Objectives of the Act
  • The Volcker Rule
  • Regulation of Swaps and Derivatives
  • Securitization Reforms
  • Credit Rating Agencies
  • Capital Provisions and Regulation of SIFIs (Systemically Important Financial Institutions)
  • Restrictions on Government Bailouts Using Taxpayer Money
  • SEC Authority (support for significant provisions of the act)
  • Private Equity and Hedge Funds
  • Executive Compensation and Corporate Governance
  • Criticism of the Act


Course Curriculum


Additional topics include:

  • The impact and reforms introduced by the Act
  • Titles of the Act and their significance
  • Changes to credit rating agencies
  • Broader financial reforms and potential future studies
  • Investor and consumer protection provisions
  • Regulation of corporate governance practices
  • Federal Reserve reforms and directive regulations

Target Audience:

This course is designed for:

  • Career-driven banking professionals looking to stay relevant in their roles
  • Individuals seeking an understanding of the Dodd-Frank Act and its practical applications
  • Accountants
  • Banking professionals
  • Students

Pre-Requisites:

  • Basic understanding of the banking industry
  • Familiarity with simple accounting and finance terms

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