Fundamentals of Trade Finance
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This five-day course on Trade Finance is designed to equip participants with a solid understanding of the core concepts, practices, and trends in trade finance. It will cover key topics such as letters of credit, supply chain finance, export and import finance, and risk mitigation. By the end of the course, participants will gain a deep understanding of how financial institutions and businesses utilise trade finance tools to facilitate international trade and manage risk.
Course Objectives
- Understand the core concepts and principles of trade finance.
- Learn about the key instruments used in trade finance, including letters of credit, bank guarantees, and factoring.
- Develop an understanding of the role of trade finance in managing risk and facilitating international trade.
- Gain insight into recent trends and developments in trade finance, including the impact of technology and digitisation.
- Develop practical skills in using trade finance tools and instruments through case studies and exercises.
Who Should Attend?
- Bankers and financial professionals who are involved in trade finance operations.
- Importers and exporters looking to understand how to leverage trade finance to facilitate their business.
- Professionals in finance, procurement, and supply chain roles.
- Business consultants and analysts interested in understanding trade finance.
Course Outline
- Overview of trade finance
- Role of trade finance in international trade
- Understanding trade finance products and participants
- Case study: The role of trade finance in a real-world international trade transaction
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