Past courses
Since 1995, the Bundesbank has been offering international central banking courses for central bank staff from around the world. These courses are held either in person or online (see the course description – please make sure to take note of this when registering). About 20 participants from other central banks can attend the courses, which are held in English. Owing to limited capacity, only one participant from each central bank may attend. More than 600 members of central banks from 80 countries participate in our international central banking courses each year.
The goal of the courses is to provide an international forum to exchange ideas, opinions and thoughts, going beyond the mere transfer of specialist expertise. The Bundesbank therefore applies a discerning approach to the design of its international central banking courses. Depending on the target group (management, specialists, beginners or junior staff), the courses either take the form of a seminar, a course with practical parts, (eg on the computer), a discussion forum, or simply a workshop. The length of the course varies, ranging from three days to one week.
Frequently answered questions
Current courses
Here you will find information on past courses (from 2023).
If you are interested in a course that has already taken place and you would like to attend next time, please send us an e-mail to internationalcourses@bundesbank.de.
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Innovations in the field of cashless payments Expert panel
Central bank managers and experts in the field of innovations in cashless payments.
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Cash supply in the Eurosystem
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 out by gaining an in-depth overview of the field.
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Banking Supervision within the Basel Framework In cooperation with the Oesterreichische Nationalbank (OeNB) and the Joint Vienna Institute (JVI)
Mid-level to senior banking supervisors from central banks and supervisory authorities. Basic knowledge of the Basel framework is essential. Participants should also be familiar with the supervisory policies at their institution and be prepared to actively contribute to discussions.
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Introduction to financial stability, systemic risk and macroprudential policy
This course is aimed at central bank officials working in the area of financial stability. Participants should have a basic understanding of the surveillance and analysis of systemic risk and macroprudential policy. Input from participants on current developments in their home countries is welcome. The course may also be of interest to staff working in other central bank areas related to financial stability, such as banking supervision, monetary policy or payment systems.
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Introduction to mathematical models for banking supervisors
On-site and off-site banking supervisors with a good knowledge of regulatory capital requirements and at least a basic understanding of mathematics and statistics. The course is aimed specifically at non-mathematicians who are interested in quantitative topics. Participants should be prepared to contribute actively to the seminar by answering questions and performing calculations, e.g. in Excel.
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Introduction to machine learning (Part 2 of 2)
The course is aimed at data-savvy central bankers, regulators and supervisors in areas such as information technology and statistics, or research departments interested in implementing machine learning methods.
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Introduction to capital and liquidity requirements within the Basel framework
sound knowledge of the revised framework is essential for participation. Participants should also be familiar with the supervision policies and practices of their home countries’ financial systems and be prepared to actively contribute to discussions, e.g. by giving presentations.
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Cash management at the Bundesbank
This course is designed for mid-level and senior employees involved in issuing and processing banknotes and coins or in dealing with counterfeit money as well as for executives and managers of groups, sections or divisions in the cash department. Participants should have a sound background in cash management and be willing to talk about their area of responsibility.
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Introduction to machine learning (Part 1 of 2)
The course is aimed at data-savvy central bankers, regulators and supervisors in areas such as information technology and statistics, or research departments interested in implementing machine learning methods.
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Macroeconomic analysis: Current conditions and structural developments
Mid-level central bank officials working in the area of macroeconomic analysis or projections. Candidates who wish to apply for the course should have a sound grasp of macroeconomic theory, and are expected to have a good understanding of basic econometrics and experience in the use of commonly used modelling techniques.