CURRENCIES ICBA Community Banker University® launches Principles of Banking Program News Community Banker University recently launched a new online certificate program designed to give community bankers a grounding in the fundamentals of banking. The Principles of Banking Certificate Program consists of 12 online courses covering key financial service concepts. Coursework includes topics like banking fraud, safeguarding customer information and deposit insurance. " This comprehensive certificate program provides a 360-degree look at bank operations while highlighting the important role community banks serve in fostering economic growth and prosperity in their communities, " said Lindsay LaNore, group executive vice president of Community Banker University. " In today's multifaceted banking environment, community bankers need to understand a bank's inner workings to better capitalize on new opportunities and tackle industry challenges. " Individual subscribers or banks can purchase the Principles of Banking Certificate Program as a training tool for staff throughout the bank, from educating new employees to refreshing seasoned bankers on the basics. Visit icba.org/education for more information about ICBA certification programs. Banker's Hours By Trevor Spaulding " Personally, I think the banks are overregulated. "http://www.icba.org/education