Board and Management Team

Tchoumbou Foleu Armel Fabrice

Head, FINCON

Mr Tchoumbou Foleu Armel Fabrice is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Head of FINCON at Access Bank. With 17 years of experience in the banking sector, Tchoumbou possesses a strong background in financial analysis, risk management, and credit administration. His expertise in managing large-scale projects and his diverse educational background make him a valuable asset to the organization. He holds a Diploma in General University Studies (DEUG) from Douala University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from Catholic University of Central Africa. These educational achievements provide him with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting principles.

Mr Tchoumbou's experience in credit administration, credit monitoring, and credit control demonstrates his ability to effectively manage and monitor the bank's credit portfolio. His knowledge of market risk and operational risk allows him to proactively identify potential risks and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures. Additionally, Tchoumbou's experience in managing large-scale projects, such as the Flexcube migration and CERBER redesign, highlights his strong project management skills.

Mr Tchoumbou has pursued various certifications and participated in training programs to enhance his professional expertise. He has completed audit training on methodology and AUDISOFT software organized by MAZARS CAMEROON. His training on tax controls by BEKOLO and Partners audit firm showcases his understanding of tax regulations and compliance. He has also received training on fixed assets revaluation, IFRS standards, and the Payment Incident Reporting Centre by reputable organizations such as Ecobank and BEAC. He has gained expertise in the new CERBER platform through SPECTRA formation. Furthermore, his training on leadership conducted by Ecobank has equipped him with essential leadership skills.
 

Professional Experience 

Academic  and Professional Qualifications

Appointment Date

Board Committee membership 

2017

Executive Director

Chief Risk Officer

Access Bank Plc 

1995-2002

 

PhD Economics & Finance, Economics Department, Loughborough University,

UK

January 2017

Member-Board Credit Committee

July 2010-2017

 

Chief Risk Officer

Access Bank Plc 

(General Manager)

1993-1994

 

M.Sc. Economics & Finance, Economics Department, Loughborough University,

UK

Member-Board Risk Management Committee

September 2008-March 2010

 

Risk Management Consultant

GTB

1988-1990

 

MBA, Obafemi Awolowo University

Member-Board Digital and Information Technology Committee 

2001-2008

 

University of Liverpool

Lecturer and Researcher

1983-1987

 

B.Sc. Economics, University of

Maiduguri

Member-Board Technical Committee on Retail Expansion

 

1996-2001

 

Project Research Associate 

Manchester Business School

Member, Global Association of Risk Practitioners

October 1990- December 1994

 

  • Financial Control
  • Local Treasury

 

GTB

(Deputy Manager)

 

Member, International Association of Risk & Compliance Professionals

Member, Risk Managers Association of Nigeria

Member, Institute of Leadership and Management UK

Member, Royal Economic Society UK

Member, Institute of Directors UK

Member, Institute of Directors Nigeria

Institute of International Finance (organizational membership)

Honorary Senior Member, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria

Certified Risk Specialist (CRS)

Certified Operational Risk Professional

Certified Risk Manager

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