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Risk Management in an unpredictable world: Ariane Chapelle reflects on two decades of change

Written by Ariane Chapelle, 19/05/2025 • Risk, Finance & Treasury

Economic crises, the COVID-19 pandemic, rapid technological acceleration, rising cyber threats… the world is changing at lightning speed, and so is the way we assess and manage risk. In this ever-evolving landscape, Dr. Ariane Chapelle, Partner at BDO Belgium, author, and long-time lecturer of the Operational Risk Management Masterclass at Febelfin Academy, has spent more than twenty years guiding professionals in the financial sector.

Why every L&D professional should attend Learning Technologies in London next year

Written by Bart Corthouts, 09/05/2025 • Blogposts

Reflections and insights from the 2025 edition

Credit fraud: a hidden risk with major consequences

Written by Febelfin Academy, 20/02/2025 • Credits

Credit fraud is a form of financial fraud where false or misleading information is used to obtain a loan or credit. This can range from forged payslips and fake invoices to complex fraudulent schemes involving intermediaries and criminal organizations. The impact of such fraud is not only financially damaging for lenders but can also contribute to money laundering and other forms of organized crime.

Mandatory CPD in finance: what do you need to know?

Written by Febelfin Academy, 05/02/2025 • Legislation

As a financial intermediary or adviser, you are subject to annual continuing education requirements to keep your knowledge up to date. The requirements differ for each intermediation activity, and the number of CPD hours required depends on your specific role.

The importance of mandatory training in the financial sector: from compliance in a strict sense to continuing professional development

Written by Martin Haegheman | Febelfin Academy, Betty Dupont | Crelan, 22/01/2025 • Compliance & Audit

Lifelong learning is almost self-evident in finance, not only because of the dynamic nature of the sector, but also because the regulator has to strictly monitor the rules imposed at various levels. Within the wide range of training courses, compliance training plays a special role.

We wish you a happy year-end and all the best for 2025!

Written by Febelfin Academy, 18/12/2024 • Blogposts

Thank you very much for the appreciated cooperation over the past year. We send you our warmest wishes and are already looking forward to keep on learning together in 2025!

A new look for MyFA: faster, efficient and more user-friendly than ever!

Written by Febelfin Academy, 17/09/2024 • Blogposts

MyFebelfinAcademy, your trusted learning platform, has been given a thorough update. In a short webinar, you will learn all about the new user interface and functionalities of MyFA ‘new style’.

Registrations in self-managed mode, a win/win for everyone involved

Written by Ingrid Goris | Febelfin Academy, Natacha Delcourt | BNP Paribas Fortis, 19/08/2024 • Blogposts

Using self-management, participants in exams or courses get control and can flexibly schedule a date that suits them best. At the same time, this reduces the administrative tasks for course staff.

3 AI training courses to boost your efficiency

Written by Elke Maes | ACV Puls, Wien De Geyter | Febelfin, Perrine Lowette | Febelfin Academy, 05/07/2024 • Legislation

Artificial intelligence is the next game changer for the financial sector. 'The efficient use of artificial intelligence is the skill of the future.'

Trends in our training offer

Written by Martin Haegheman | Febelfin Academy, 21/06/2024 • Blogposts

As summer comes to an end, we are pleased to share the trends of our course programme. The emphasis is on compliance, AI and good governance. We invite you to explore which courses suit your professional and/or personal growth ambitions, discover new topics, and start planning your training agenda.