Credit Risk Management in Financial Institutions
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What is the role of a Credit Officer in the lending process?

  • Making the final loan approval decision
  • Assessing credit risk and making a recommendation on loan applications (correct)
  • Monitoring collateral and loan performance
  • Disbursing loans to customers

What is the responsibility of the Credit Authority in the lending process?

  • Assessing credit risk
  • Drawing up loan documentation
  • Monitoring loan performance
  • Approving or rejecting loan applications (correct)

Who is responsible for drawing up loan documentation based on approved terms?

  • Loan Administration Officer
  • Credit Officer
  • Credit Authority
  • Officer in Charge of Documentation (correct)

What is the primary responsibility of a Loan Administration Officer?

<p>Disbursing loans according to policies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separating roles in the lending process?

<p>To minimize risks of fraud (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the repayment phase impact the success of a loan?

<p>'Regular' repayment can indicate loan success (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if all repayment obligations are not met within the specified time period?

<p>'Irregular' settlement of the loan occurs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor will decide the success of a loan according to the text?

<p>The repayment phase outcome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action does the authorised loan documentation officer take upon completion of all necessary documentation steps?

<p>Issues a security compliance certificate to the loan administration department (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does Loan Administration typically place the facilities at the borrower's disposal?

<p>After keying in the limits into the transaction processing system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason for ensuring a separation of duties and responsibilities among different officers in a lending institution?

<p>To provide independent checks and controls (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of maintaining complete legal documentation by the lender?

<p>Useful in case legal issues arise in the future (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for advising on general legal matters related to law and banking operations within a lending institution?

<p>The lending institution's legal department (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do professional lawyers typically play in the lending institution's operations?

<p>Drafting legal agreements and filing documents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be continued after the disbursement of a loan according to the text?

<p>Monitoring Loan Performance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a responsibility mentioned for the officer in charge of legal/security documentation?

<p>Keying in limits into the transaction processing system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does risk management not involve?

<p>Risk indifference (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are some of the stakeholders in a financial institution mentioned in the text?

<p>Depositors and shareholders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of 'credit culture' within a financial institution?

<p>To protect the organization from poor quality loan assets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the credit culture to be shared by all bank staff?

<p>To ensure alignment in values and practices throughout the organization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a strong credit culture influence external stakeholders?

<p>By fostering confidence among depositors and investors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the credit culture initially articulated?

<p>(N) Through discussions and acceptance by directors and stakeholders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Credit culture' within a bank is primarily aimed at:

<p>(N) Guiding business strategies and administrative actions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Credit culture' helps in bringing pride among its credit officers by:

<p>(H) Developing positive recognition from the external market environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main challenges credit officers face when making credit decisions?

<p>Obtaining perfect, timely, and accurate information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is obtaining accurate information for credit risk assessment considered almost impossible?

<p>The dynamic market environment quickly invalidates current information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What source of information is mentioned as being part of the credit risk assessment process?

<p>Industry peers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the lack of complete information impact credit decisions?

<p>It introduces uncertainty and challenges in the decision-making process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why must credit officers try to obtain the most current and accurate available information?

<p>Because accurate information is crucial for decision-making (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do external credit reports like CCRIS and FIS play in credit risk assessment?

<p>They are important sources of information for credit officers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does intentional withholding of adverse information by borrowers impact the credit assessment process?

<p>It can adversely affect the borrower’s creditworthiness evaluation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should credit officers be discerning when mining various sources for information?

<p>To ensure they obtain accurate and relevant data for decision-making (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key pieces of information that a credit officer must establish about a borrower's background?

<p>Location of the borrower's business (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is capturing details of the applicant in a formal loan application important?

<p>For legal and other future purposes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one risk associated with applicants of dubious background or with insufficient information?

<p>Increased risk to the lender (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for a credit officer to obtain details about shareholders and directors of a borrower?

<p>To understand the governance structure and key decision-makers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be established regarding the legal status of a borrower as a business organization?

<p>Identity and location (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a credit officer to know about parent companies and subsidiaries related to the borrower?

<p>'For gaining insight into potential conflicts of interest or financial support (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a credit officer consider when evaluating a borrower's commitment to the present and future?

<p>'The business plan and strategic initiatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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