Volcker Rule

Course Description

Seat Time: 0.5hrs - Desc:

This course describes the provisions of the Volcker Rule, a rule prohibiting proprietary trading by financial entities. The course provides information on the development timeline of the Volcker Rule, the rule’s impact, exemptions, and prohibited and permitted activities and investments. Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:

• Properly implement the Volcker Rule in his/her financial institution.
• Understand the provisions and exemptions of the Volcker Rule.
• Adhere to the implementation and development timeline of the Volcker Rule.

Course Topics

T1. The Volcker Rule: This topic provides the learner with a definition of the Volker Rule, as well as requirements, exceptions, and the impact of this legislation.

T2. Activities and Investments: This topic discusses the prohibited and permitted activities and investments with regard to the Volker Rule.