Product Governance Under MiFID II: Updates, Best Practices & Regulatory Expectations (H1048)
This interactive 7-hour CPD course offers an in-depth exploration of PRIIPs KIDs & Product Governance under MiFID II Directive. Participants will master lifecycle management, suitability assessments, and regulatory documentation while strengthening analytical and ethical skills. Designed for compliance officers, legal advisors, product managers, and financial advisors, the program equips professionals to navigate regulatory complexities with confidence and precision.
Table of Contents
- About the Course
- Who Should Attend
- Key Learning Objectives
- Course Curriculum
- Meet the Trainer
- FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
- Other Upcoming Courses
- PRIIPs, KIDs & Product Governance Course Fees & Registration Details
- Registration Form
About the Course
This course provides a comprehensive examination of product governance under MiFID II, focusing on key aspects such as meticulous lifecycle management, precise suitability assessments, and effective target market identification. Furthermore, participants will gain a nuanced understanding of PRIIPs and KIDs compliance essentials. This program equips professionals with the knowledge and strategic insights necessary to navigate complex regulatory landscapes proficiently.
Elevate your expertise and ensure your organization’s adherence to stringent compliance standards with this essential course in financial governance. Financial institutions and professionals face increasing regulatory complexity, especially with frameworks like MiFID II, PRIIPs, and KIDs. This course addresses the growing demand for specialized knowledge in navigating these intricate regulatory landscapes.
Register via ERMIS platform using code 636153
*This training program is designed to support continuing professional development (CPD). Participants are encouraged to verify with their professional body or regulatory authority whether the training meets their individual or institutional CPD requirements.
Timetable
Who Should Attend
This seminar on Products Governance Under MiFID II is designed for:
- Financial Compliance Officers: Professionals responsible for ensuring adherence to regulatory standards within financial institutions, particularly concerning MiFID II, PRIIPs, and KIDs
- Legal and Regulatory Advisors: Experts who advise financial institutions on regulatory frameworks, helping them navigate the complexities of MiFID II, PRIIPs, and KIDs
- Product Managers in Financial Services: Individuals tasked with product lifecycle management, suitability assessments, and ensuring products meet regulatory requirements
- Investment and Financial Advisors: Professionals who need to align their product offerings and recommendations with regulatory requirements to ensure suitability for their clients
Key Learning Objectives
By the end of this financial product governance training on PRIIPs and KIDs Compliance , participants will be able to:
- Acquire an in-depth understanding of key regulations, including MiFID II, PRIIPs, and associated directives
- Gain comprehensive knowledge of product governance principles, from lifecycle management to suitability assessments.
- Ability to implement effective compliance strategies, aligning products with MiFID II.
- Capacity to effectively and efficiently prepare and present regulatory documentation, particularly in the context of disclosing necessary information to clients.
- Acquire analytical skills, enabling them to critically assess product suitability, appropriateness, and target market identification.
- Heightened awareness of legal obligations.
- Increased sensitivity to ethical considerations, emphasizing the importance of fair and transparent practices within the financial industry.
- Commitment to regulatory compliance, instilling a sense of responsibility to adhere to legal frameworks and reporting obligations to prevent market abuse.
Course Curriculum
- Introduction to MiFID II: Directive 2014/65/EU
- Overview of PRIIPs and KIDs: Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014
- Product Lifecycle Management: MiFID II – Article 16: Product Governance
- Suitability and Appropriateness Assessments: MiFID II – Article 25: Suitability and Appropriateness
- Target Market Identification: MiFID II – Article 24: Obligations for Manufacturers
- Understanding PRIIPs: PRIIPs Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014
- Preparing Key Information Documents (KIDs): PRIIPs Regulation Annex I – Key Information Document
- Legal requirements for KIDs: PRIIPs Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014, Article 8
- KIDs Content Standards: PRIIPs Regulation Annex I – Key Information Document
- Strategies for aligning KIDs with MiFID II and PRIIPs compliance: Cross-referencing MiFID II provisions with PRIIPs requirements
Meet the Trainer
PRIIPs, KIDs & Product Governance Course Fees & Registration Details
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
This seminar offers a deep dive into PRIIPs, Key Information Documents (KIDs), and product governance under MiFID II. Participants will learn how to manage product lifecycles, assess suitability and appropriateness, and prepare KIDs that meet strict legal and regulatory requirements, with a focus on financial regulations and compliance and transparency.
The course is tailored for compliance officers, regulatory advisors, product managers, legal professionals, and investment advisors in financial institutions. It is ideal for those responsible for product design, distribution, and ensuring regulatory adherence to MiFID II and PRIIPs rules.
Participants will explore MiFID II Articles 16, 24, and 25 in depth, covering product governance responsibilities such as lifecycle management, target market identification, and client suitability assessments. The seminar includes practical strategies for aligning products with regulatory expectations.
As EU regulatory standards grow more complex, this seminar equips professionals with essential tools to remain compliant, mitigate regulatory risk, and enhance their firm’s governance framework. It combines legal understanding with practical applications in product governance and client disclosure.
The seminar provides detailed guidance on the legal requirements, content standards, and structure of KIDs under PRIIPs Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014. Attendees will learn how to draft and present KIDs that are compliant, client-friendly, and aligned with MiFID II disclosure obligations.
