Contemporary Issues in Banking

Contemporary Issues in Banking: Critically examine the bank performance, with a particular reflection on the theoretical discussion

Duration: 24 hour Take-Away Paper

There are Three questions. Attempt any Two questions

Question 2.

Critically examine the bank performance, with a particular reflection on the theoretical discussion. Answers should cover:

1. Why should we care about bank performance?

[5 marks]

1. Explain how different stakeholders may impact on evaluate bank performance and why?

[5 marks]

• How can bank performance be measured?

[15 marks]

Question 3.

Answer sub-questions i) to iii) below:

1. i) What are the key disruptive technologies in the financial sector at the moment? Provide examples and practical solutions.

[10 marks]

1. ii) What are the key drivers for innovation in banking? Provide examples and practical solutions.

[5 marks]

iii) What is meant by online lending? Define two primary business models.

[10 marks]

Question 4.

Answer sub-questions a) to b) below:

1. Define and provide examples for Off-Balance Sheet Activities by banks.

[15 marks]

1. Explain in details what is Securitisation and it role in banking activities?

[10 marks]