Understanding the City
The City of London can appear complex and impenetrable, yet at its core it operates as a marketplace like any other, simply on a far greater scale and with global impact.works.
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- Face-to-Face from £738.00Online from £150.00Online Live from £738.00Price includes VAT
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Understanding the City
The City of London drives global financial activity, yet its workings are often unfamiliar to those entering legal or financial practice. This one‑day course demystifies the City by introducing its markets, institutions and regulatory framework in clear, accessible terms. You’ll learn how banks, funds and other institutions operate, how financial markets function, and how companies use these markets to manage risk. Ideal for lawyers and finance professionals, the course provides a strong commercial foundation and the confidence to engage with City‑based clients and transactions.- No extra learning materials
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Understanding the City - e-learning
This flexible asynchronous online course demystifies the City of London and the financial markets that underpin commercial legal practice. Across three one‑hour modules, you’ll explore the institutions, risks and markets that shape the global economy, from foreign exchange and debt instruments to equities, derivatives, commodities and insurance. With concise explanations and interactive exercises, you’ll gain practical commercial insight that enhances your understanding of client objectives and strengthens your ability to support commercial transactions.- No extra learning materials
How is training delivered?
We know that every learner is different. We have a range of study modes which suit a variety of study styles, commitments and preferences.
Online Classroom Live offers a host of benefits to support your learning in the following ways:
Interactive features replicate a real-life classroom to keep you fully engaged
Course notes are shared by your tutor highlighting points and sharing knowledge
You will regularly share your opinions and ask questions via instant live chat messaging and contribute to class polls
Work with fellow learners in smaller group breakout rooms
Access course materials and a recording of your live online session after it has taken place
View more about our Online Classroom Live.
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