Who Is This Course For?
For people starting a career in commercial banking or credit, developing their banking skills or expanding
into commercial lending.
Participants who successfully complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion.
For questions about the course, certificate and enrolment, visit our FAQ page.
University Students & Recent Graduates
Build practical credit analysis skills to support applications and interviews for graduate and entry-level commercial banking roles.
Bankers
Strengthen your financial analysis, credit assessment and credit writing skills for your current role or progression into commercial banking and credit.
Professionals
Develop the commercial lending knowledge and practical assessment skills needed to transition into a credit or commercial banking role.
Brokers
Learn to assess commercial lending opportunities, understand lender requirements and prepare well-supported credit submissions.
Learn from Industry Expert Darren McNamara
ANZ Business Banking Manager of the Year 1998 and 1999
Recognised for business growth and building strong client relationships.
St George Bank Superstar
Award
Recognised for outstanding performance and leadership.
Commonwealth Bank Recognition
Recognised for delivering strong results and client service.
Recognised by Senior Industry Leaders
Recognised by senior banking and industry leaders for technical depth, practical relevance and commitment to raising standards in commercial lending.
I have reviewed this material and what I really like about it is that it is written by current Australian esteemed bankers for local bankers. It's therefore incredibly relevant and relatable
I have worked closely with Darren McNamara and have seen firsthand the depth of his knowledge and practical experience in credit analysis and commercial banking. The Credit Analyst Academy Training Course
As a senior leader in the insurance industry, I recognise how important strong credit analysis and financial risk assessment are to sound underwriting and decision making. The Credit Analyst Academy Training
Start Building Practical Credit Capability
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Apply for the Course
Complete your application and tell us about your background and what you want to achieve.
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Speak with a Mentor
Use the link in your confirmation email to book a call. We will discuss your goals, answer your questions and explain the course and mentoring.
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Access Comprehensive Learning Materials
Once enrolled, work through 20 online modules covering financial analysis, repayment capacity, credit risk and commercial loan structuring.
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Start Learning with Expert Support
✓ Clear Learning Guides: Learn through explanations, worked examples and practical lending scenarios.
✓ Topic Review Questions: Check your understanding and reinforce what you have learnt at the end of each topic.
✓ Module Questions and Exercises: Experienced commercial bankers review your assessments, explain areas for improvement and help with topics you find challenging.
✓ Personalised Mentor Feedback: Experienced commercial bankers review your assessments, explain areas for improvement and help with topics you find challenging.
✓ Final Credit Assessment: Bring your learning together through financial modelling and a clear, well-supported credit paper and recommendation.
Explore Career Opportunities in Credit Analysis
SEEK data recorded more than 1,500 advertised credit analyst roles across Australia in May 2026.
Credit analysis skills are relevant to roles across commercial banking, business lending and credit risk. These roles involve analysing businesses, assessing repayment capacity and preparing credit recommendations.
Credit Analyst Academy helps you develop these skills through practical online training and feedback from experienced commercial bankers, whether you are preparing for your first role or progressing in banking and finance.
Source: SEEK Career Insights for Credit Analyst roles in Australia. Data accessed May 2026.
Advertised Roles
1,560
Open roles across Australia
Salary
$95k
Typical annual salary
Job Growth
22.3%
Projected 5 year job growth
Job satisfaction
4.1
Based on industry reviews
Build Credit Capability Across Banking and Finance
Develop the skills to assess commercial lending proposals and prepare clear credit recommendations, with practical online training and personalised mentor feedback.
