Banking Risk Management In Jordanian Commercial Banks In Accordance with the Basel Accords

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study is to shed a light on risk management in Jordanian commercial banks in accordance with the Basel Accords. Theoretical framework: The researcher reviewed the relevant literature related to risk management Design/methodology/approach: The descriptive analytical approach was adopted. The questionnaire was used as a data collection tool. The sample consists of all the public administrations in banks and employees in risk management and control. It consists from 120 individuals. Findings: The results of the study showed that the field of "The application of banking risk management in Jordanian commercial banks in accordance with the Basel Accords" ranges from strong to medium, while the field of "Techniques and principles of banking risk management applied by Jordanian commercial banks" ranges from strong to moderate, Research, Practical & Social implications: This study allows Jordanian commercial banks to improve their abilities in managing risks based on Basel accords Originality/value: This study is important because it is one of the few studies that shed a light on Basel Accords along with risk management