Pensions and Retirement Training Course on Auto-Enrolment in Pensions
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Duration
10 Days
Mode
Online & Physical
Certificate
Included
Language
English
Course Overview
This course provides a thorough understanding of auto-enrolment frameworks in pension systems, covering policy design, operational implementation, behavioral dynamics, and governance. Auto-enrolment has emerged as a cornerstone of modern retirement policy, significantly increasing coverage and participation in occupational and national pension schemes. Participants will explore the technical, regulatory, and administrative aspects of auto-enrolment, including contribution structures, default fund design, communication strategies, compliance mechanisms, and long-term sustainability. Drawing on international case studies and simulations, this course equips professionals to design, implement, and manage effective auto-enrolment programs tailored to local and organizational contexts.
Secure enrollment • Professional certificate included
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles, objectives, and rationale for auto-enrolment policies.
Design compliant, inclusive, and sustainable auto-enrolment frameworks.
Evaluate the economic and behavioral impacts of auto-enrolment on pension participation.
Integrate default investment options and contribution structures effectively.
Establish governance and administrative systems to support large-scale implementation.
Manage communication, opt-out processes, and stakeholder engagement.
Conduct impact analysis and monitoring for policy refinement.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Auto-Enrolment in Pensions Concept and evolution of auto-enrolment as a pension policy tool Global trends and success stories (UK, New Zealand, Nigeria, Ghana, etc.) Objectives: increasing participation, adequacy, and inclusion Auto-enrolment vs. voluntary and mandatory participation models Behavioral economics: nudging participation and reducing inertia Case study: Evaluating the success of the UK’s NEST model Module 2: Legal, Regulatory, and Policy Frameworks Legislative underpinnings of auto-enrolment programs Eligibility, coverage, and exemption criteria Employer and employee obligations under the law Enforcement, compliance, and penalty structures Role of regulators and supervisory authorities Workshop: Drafting key regulatory clauses for an auto-enrolment scheme Module 3: Scheme Design and Contribution Structures Designing contribution levels, matching policies, and escalation features Minimum contribution standards and employer compliance Balancing adequacy, affordability, and inclusivity Financing implications for employers and employees Integrating auto-escalation and re-enrolment cycles Simulation: Developing an auto-enrolment contribution framework Module 4: Default Investment and Fund Design Role of default funds in auto-enrolment Lifecycle, target-date, and risk-based default strategies Ensuring value for money through cost transparency and performance metrics Governance of default funds and fiduciary responsibility Managing member risk preferences and outcomes Exercise: Designing an optimal default fund allocation strategy Module 5: Technology, Data Management, and Operational Systems Data flow between employers, administrators, and regulators Recordkeeping systems for automated enrolment and opt-outs Payroll integration and contribution processing ICT infrastructure requirements for scalability and reliability Cybersecurity and data protection compliance Practical session: Mapping data architecture for an auto-enrolment platform Module 6: Communication and Member Engagement Strategies Communicating default options and opt-out rights effectively Behavioral design of enrolment communications and consent forms Building trust through transparency and simplicity Engaging diverse demographics and informal sector workers Media campaigns and digital outreach in national rollouts Workshop: Designing an effective auto-enrolment communication plan Module 7: Opt-Outs, Re-Enrolment, and Retention Understanding opt-out behavior and its implications Strategies to reduce opt-outs and improve long-term participation Periodic re-enrolment mechanisms and compliance Impact of auto-escalation and contribution holidays Comparative analysis: retention patterns across global auto-enrolment programs Exercise: Modeling the financial effect of varying opt-out rates Module 8: Governance and Oversight Structures Institutional roles: employers, trustees, regulators, and administrators Risk management and internal control frameworks Performance monitoring and audit of auto-enrolment systems Policy evaluation and continuous improvement mechanisms Transparency and accountability in stakeholder reporting Case study: Governance structure of the Australian Super Guarantee Module 9: Measuring Impact and Success Metrics Key performance indicators for auto-enrolment schemes Tracking coverage, adequacy, and retention rates Financial sustainability and cost-benefit analysis Data-driven decision-making and policy refinement Research tools for longitudinal analysis of pension participation trends Group exercise: Designing a monitoring and evaluation dashboard Module 10: Strategic Implementation and Future Trends Step-by-step implementation planning for new auto-enrolment programs Managing stakeholder alignment and institutional readiness Integrating informal sector and micro-saver participation Leveraging digital finance and mobile technology for inclusion Future of auto-enrolment: ESG investing, fintech integration, and personalization Capstone project: Developing an implementation roadmap for a national or corporate auto-enrolment plan
Who Should Attend
Policy Makers, Pension Fund Managers, Trustees, HR Executives, Compliance Officers, Pension Regulators, Financial Advisors, Actuaries, Pension Administrators, and ICT/Operations Officers involved in pension policy design or implementation.
