World Bank Group Academy

Capital Markets Postgraduate Program for Emerging Markets Regulators

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This prestigious program is designed for Central Banks, Ministries of Finance, and Financial Markets’ Regulatory Agencies in emerging economies, offering a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

An immersive experience in two world-renowned locations: the United States and Paris, France. A eight-month program divided into two parts:

  • Four months of classroom sessions: Engage with seasoned professors at Georgetown University and Université Paris-Dauphine. Learn through four core finance modules - Financial Macroeconomics, Capital Markets’ Institutions and Products, Corporate Finance, and Quantitative Methods applied to Finance. Additionally, delve into two crucial themes: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Digital Finance.
  • Four months of internships: Gain invaluable hands-on experience at leading financial institutions. Choose between placements in the US or a French-speaking financial center in Europe to witness capital markets in action.
  • An active Community of Practice: weekly seminar series and workshops led by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.