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Course IntroductionThis course offers an in-depth understanding of branch banking audits, focusing on regulatory compliance, asset classification, revenue management, and audit methodologies. It caters to aspiring auditors, finance professionals, and banking personnel, equipping them with practical skills to conduct efficient and effective audits within a banking environment.With a structured curriculum spanning key aspects such as prudential norms, KYC adherence, concurrent audits, revenue leakage detection, and the CBS (Core Banking System) environment, this course prepares you to excel in bank audits while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.Section-Wise Curriculum OverviewSection 1: IntroductionGet introduced to branch banking audits, their significance, and their evolving role.Lecture 1: Introduction to Branch Banking Audit (Preview enabled)Overview of branch audits and their relevance in the banking sector.Lecture 2: Role of BanksUnderstanding the pivotal role banks play in financial systems.Lecture 3: Future of Bank Branch AuditsInsights into how branch audits are evolving with technology and regulatory changes.Section 2: Guidelines for Classification of AssetsLearn about asset classification standards and loan management principles.Lecture 4: Asset ClassificationBasics of classifying bank assets for audit purposes.Lecture 5: Guidelines for Classification of AssetsRegulatory guidelines for asset classification and compliance.Lecture 6: Upgrading Loan Accounts Classified as NPAsUnderstanding non-performing assets (NPAs) and recovery strategies.Lecture 7: Understanding AdvancesAnalysis of loan advances and their role in audits.Section 3: Special Regulatory Treatment for Asset ClassificationDeep dive into regulatory norms, audit objectives, and compliance standards.Lecture 8: Prudential NormsIntroduction to prudential norms governing banking operations.Lecture 9: General Principles & Prudential Norms for Restructured AdvancesGuidelines for restructured advances and their classification.Lecture 10: Special Regulatory Treatment for Asset ClassificationFocused study on special treatments in regulatory frameworks.Lecture 11-16: Audit Objectives and MethodologyDetailed exploration of audit objectives, scope, planning, and methodology.Lecture 17-19: Bank Concurrent AuditsDefinition, objectives, and scope of concurrent audits.Lecture 20-27: Key Audit Aspects of Advances and DepositsPractical auditing techniques for loan advances, deposits, and KYC compliance.Lecture 28-35: Housekeeping in Branch AuditsCovering cash remittance, cheques, vouchers, returns, registers, and locker maintenance.Section 4: Revenue LeakageUnderstand and address revenue and expenditure leakages in branch audits.Lecture 36: Revenue LeakageOverview of revenue leakage in banking operations.Lecture 37-40: Income and Expenditure AnalysisIdentifying and rectifying common issues causing revenue leakage.Lecture 41-43: Common Reasons for Leakages and Budgetary AnalysisPractical solutions to minimize financial discrepancies.Section 5: Other Key AreasExplore additional critical audit areas, including LFAR and CBS-related challenges.Lecture 44-47: Verification of Key AreasAuditing staff matters, pension payments, and other sensitive areas.Lecture 48-52: Long Form Audit Report (LFAR)Detailed guide to creating and understanding LFAR with a focus on special considerations.Lecture 53-56: Practical Issues and CBS EnvironmentTips to address issues in auditing within a Core Banking System (CBS) environment.ConclusionBy the end of this course, you will have mastered the essentials of branch banking audits, equipping you to handle practical auditing challenges effectively and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.

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