Objective

Participants in this online course will have the opportunity to gain a broad overview of all aspects of Eurosystem cash management. Particular focus will be placed on the Bundesbank and its role in cash supply according to ESCB-rules for banknotes and coins. The course will also serve as a convenient virtual forum for an initial exchange of views on the European approach among central bankers worldwide.

Contents

• Bundesbank´s organisation
• Issuance of euro cash and responsibilities for banknotes and coins in Europe and in Germany
• Banknotes and coins used
• Forecasting demand
• Banknote printing
• Innovative new coin products
• Cash recycling/common rules
• Cash processing machines in use
• Ergonomic and efficient approaches for operations
• Challenges for the future

Target group

This online course is aimed at more experienced experts wishing to expand their knowledge and learn about the approach taken in Europe, including a close-up look at the Bundesbank, but also at “newcomers” in central banks’ cash departments who would like to start by gaining an in-depth insight into this area.