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Upcoming ABA Facilitated Online Courses

Join an online course with group collaboration, instructor feedback and guidance, and fixed start and end dates. Facilitated
online courses provide an opportunity to meet your learning goals with the benefit of a classroom, but in an online
environment:
• Peer interaction in the learning community with the instructor and other students keeps you actively engaged and motivated
• Experienced industry professionals provide frequent feedback and context to your learning
• Convenient weekly schedule with no required meeting times means you decide when to work on course assignments

Marketing Planning | click here
August 12, 2024 – September 6, 2024 Member Price: $375 (readings included)

This four-week long, foundational course develops skills for preparing a comprehensive strategic marketing
plan that follows best practices. Learn how to assess customers and trade area opportunities. Discover ways to
integrate this information into a situational analysis - then create an action plan and develop a budget.
Analyzing Financial Statements | click here
July 22, 2024 – November 8, 2024 Member Price: $1,050 (with text))

A practical introduction to financial statement analysis from the perspective of the commercial loan officer. Gain
the skills needed to effectively assess the risks related to a customer—current and prospective—and evaluate
possible sources of repayment for the loan.
Building Customer Relationships | click here
July 29, 2024 – August 23, 2024 Member Price: $255 (readings included)

Suitable for anyone who wants to learn more about the commercial lending process—the backbone of most
banks’ lending portfolios. Learn what goes into making a successful commercial loan and how to manage a
customer relationship once the loan is approved.
Managing the Bank’s Investment Portfolio | click here
July 29, 2024 – August 30, 2024 Member Price: $1,070 (with text))

Fundamentals for understanding how a bank’s investment portfolio is managed. Objectives and composition of
investment portfolios, and common bank investments are covered, focusing on their risk and return profiles.
Various investment strategies are described and the development of bank investment policies is discussed.

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