Bank Recovery and Resolution Planning (RRP) Certification Course

This course is a targeted, practical training program designed to build professional competence in designing, evaluating, and implementing recovery and resolution plans for banks and financial institutions. In response to global financial crises and evolving supervisory frameworks, regulators now require institutions to prepare credible recovery strategies and resolution documentation that preserve financial stability and protect stakeholders.

This intensive course provides a comprehensive understanding of the international regulatory environment — including key attributes of effective resolution regimes — and delves into the key tools, techniques and governance approaches used in recovery and resolution planning (RRP). Through real‑world case examples, stress‑testing frameworks and scenario design, participants learn how to prepare actionable plans, engage with supervisors and build operational readiness to address crisis conditions at both firm‑wide and systemic levels.

Introduction to Recovery & Resolution Planning

• Purpose of recovery and resolution plans in maintaining financial stability
• Lessons learned from recent bank failures and resolution cases
• Implications for banks, regulators and key stakeholders



Global Regulatory Framework (Non–Country Specific)

• FSB Key Attributes of Effective Resolution Regimes
• Basel Committee guidance on recovery planning
• Cross-border consistency and the role of Crisis Management Groups (CMGs)
• Supervisory expectations for resolvability



Components of a Recovery Plan

• Governance, ownership and decision-making frameworks
• Recovery indicators, triggers and escalation processes
• Stress testing for recovery scenarios
• Development of credible recovery options
• Feasibility, impact and credibility assessments
• Recovery playbooks and implementation planning



Components of a Resolution Plan

• Identification of critical functions and core business lines
• Mapping legal entities, services and operational dependencies
• Resolution strategies: single point of entry (SPE), multiple point of entry (MPE), transfer tools, bridge bank, bail-in
• Valuation in resolution and three-stage valuation principles
• Funding in Resolution (FIR) and liquidity requirements
• MREL / TLAC-equivalent concepts (generic approach)
• Operational Continuity in Resolution (OCIR)
• Continuity of FMI access, shared services and outsourcing arrangements
• Communication and public disclosure planning



Stress Testing, Triggers & Scenario Development

• Differences between recovery and resolution stress scenarios
• Reverse stress testing approaches
• Liquidity and capital stress-testing frameworks
• Trigger calibration and escalation governance



Practical Challenges in RRP Development

• Data, MIS and reporting limitations
• Interconnectedness and operational dependencies
• Designing executable recovery and resolution options
• Addressing impediments to resolvability
• Testing and validation through fire drills and simulations



Regulatory Interaction & Supervisory Toolkit

• Engagement with supervisors and Crisis Management Groups (CMGs)
• Generic approaches to resolvability assessments
• Supervisory feedback loops and remediation expectations
• Role of internal audit and second-line oversight



Case Studies and Practical Application

• Sample recovery options under stress conditions
• Evaluation of resolution strategies
• Liquidity management in resolution scenarios
• Discussion of real-world cross-border cases (non-country-specific)

• Basic understanding of banking and financial services
• General familiarity with risk management, capital, or liquidity concepts
• Exposure to regulatory or supervisory frameworks (helpful but not required)
• No prior hands-on experience with recovery or resolution planning required

• Risk management and enterprise risk professionals
• Recovery and resolution planning (RRP) and resolvability teams
• Capital, liquidity, and treasury professionals
• Compliance, regulatory reporting, and policy teams
• Internal audit and governance professionals
• Senior managers and executives involved in crisis management and planning

• 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course modules
• Passing requirement: at least 15 correct answers
• Two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score
• Certificate issued upon successful completion of the exam

Obtaining the Bank Recovery and Resolution Planning Certification with training equips banking and financial services professionals with the structured, practical skills needed to prepare for and manage institutional stress, financial distress or failure scenarios. This training goes beyond theoretical concepts by teaching participants how to develop credible recovery plans, identify appropriate recovery options, design effective resolution strategies, and align plans with regulatory expectations (such as BRRD, TLAC/MREL frameworks). With real‑world case studies and exercises, learners build capabilities in stress testing, contingency funding planning, governance design and documentation - enabling them to help their institutions strengthen resilience, protect stakeholders, and maintain confidence in times of crisis.

From a career and financial perspective, earning this certification with guided training can significantly enhance professional credibility, marketability and earning potential. Expertise in recovery and resolution planning is increasingly valued in banks, regulators and financial institutions, where robust planning is critical for regulatory compliance and systemic stability. Depending on experience and role, certified professionals - such as Bank Recovery Planning Manager, Enterprise Risk Manager, Regulatory Compliance Specialist or Treasury & Capital Planning Officer - can command annual salaries ranging from $90,000 to $140,000, with senior leadership positions in major institutions exceeding $160,000 in many regions. By combining a recognised certification with practical, application‑focused training, participants not only validate their capabilities but also position themselves as strategic contributors to financial stability and organisational success.

He is an experienced banking risk and regulatory specialist with deep expertise in recovery planning, resolution frameworks and financial stability practices. With years of hands‑on involvement in developing and implementing robust recovery and resolution strategies, he brings practical insights into managing distressed scenarios and safeguarding organisational resilience. Known for his clear and engaging teaching style, he helps learners understand complex regulatory expectations and apply best practices effectively. His guidance equips professionals to confidently design, assess and enhance recovery and resolution plans in today’s evolving risk landscape.

Learning Outcomes:

• Explain the purpose and regulatory context of recovery and resolution planning in maintaining financial stability and resolvability of banks.
• Describe the global regulatory framework for RRP, including the Financial Stability Board’s Key Attributes and supervisory expectations for resolvability and crisis management.
• Develop the core components of a recovery plan, including governance structures, key indicators, escalation triggers and credible recovery options.
• Identify critical business lines, legal entities and operational dependencies for inclusion in a resolution plan, and outline options such as bail‑in, bridge banks or transfer strategies.
• Apply stress‑testing techniques for recovery and resolution scenarios, including reverse stress testing and calibration of liquidity and capital triggers.
• Address practical challenges in RRP design, including data limitations, interconnectedness, operational continuity and resolvability impediments.
• Engage with regulatory and supervisory stakeholders, including crisis management groups, to support feedback loops and remediation plans.
• Evaluate real‑world recovery and resolution strategies through case studies and structured analysis to strengthen institutional preparedness and crisis response capabilities.