Your guide to mastering NBE’s new capital adequacy standards and Basel III essentials.
This three-day executive program provides a clear, practical introduction to the National Bank of Ethiopia’s Risk-Based Capital Adequacy Directive (SBB/95/2025) and its alignment with Basel III global standards.
Designed for executives, senior risk managers, and compliance teams, the course simplifies complex regulatory requirements into actionable insights. Participants will learn what the directive entails, why it matters, and how their institutions can prepare strategically — strengthening governance, capital planning, and overall institutional resilience.
By the End of the Training, Participants Will Be Able To:
Explain the key objectives and structure of the NBE Directive SBB/95/2025.
Understand how Basel III principles strengthen financial stability and capital quality.
Recognize executive and board responsibilities under the directive.
Link capital adequacy requirements to business strategy, governance, and risk culture.
Identify practical next steps to prepare for implementation within their institutions.ector.
The Course Content
Day 1 – The Big Picture: Why the Directive Matters
Overview of the NBE Directive SBB/95/2025 — purpose, structure, and objectives
Understanding Basel III and its global evolution from Basel I & II
The link between capital adequacy, risk, and bank soundness
Why regulators focus on risk-based capital adequacy
Roles and responsibilities of executives and board members under the directive
Case Discussion: How weak capital planning contributed to past bank failures
Day 2 – What the Directive Requires
Components of regulatory capital: CET1, AT1, and Tier 2 explained simply
Minimum capital ratios and capital buffer requirements
Introduction to risk-weighted assets (RWA) — what they are and why they matter
Overview of credit, market, and operational risks in the capital framework
Governance and reporting expectations under the directive
Interactive Session: Reading and interpreting sample directive clauses
Day 3 – Turning Compliance into Strategy
The strategic benefits of strong capital adequacy and liquidity management
How to align business strategy with regulatory expectations
Overview of ICAAP (Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process) and its role in planning
Board and management oversight: establishing a capital governance culture
Integrating capital planning with risk management and financial performance
Case Study Workshop: How proactive banks leverage Basel III compliance to build market confidence
Certificate and Accreditation
Nexus Advisory Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course