Master International Trade & Finance: Risk & Payment Strategies

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Master International Trade & Finance: Risk & Payment Strategies

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Course Overview:

This course equips professionals with a solid understanding of international trade risks and financial strategies. Participants will learn to navigate challenges in cross-border business by exploring key topics such as risk assessment, currency, financial, and political risks, and payment methods.

The curriculum covers advanced concepts like bonds, standby letters of credit, export credit insurance, and structured trade finance. By the end, participants will have actionable strategies to mitigate risks and optimize currency management techniques, along with insights into multilateral development banks and project finance.

Target Audience:

Trade Finance Managers
International Trade Specialists
Import/Export Coordinators
Risk Assessment Professionals
Financial Analysts in Trade Finance
Purchasing Managers
Corporate Finance Teams
Business Development Executives

Targeted Organizational Departments:

Finance and Treasury Departments
International Trade and Compliance Teams
Risk Management and Legal Departments
Procurement and Supply Chain Units
Export and Import Divisions
Insurance and Credit Risk Departments

Targeted Industries:

Import/Export Industry
Banking and Finance Institutions
Logistics and Shipping
Manufacturing and Supply Chain
International Development Agencies
Insurance and Risk Management

Course Offerings:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify and assess international trade risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
Understand and apply currency risk management techniques, including currency exposure hedging.
Navigate different methods of payment in trade such as letter of credit, bank transfers, and documentary collections.
Manage export credit insurance and understand the role of export credit agencies in mitigating risks.
Utilize structured trade finance and other trade finance options to support international transactions.

Training Methodology:

The course employs interactive methodologies that combine theory with practical applications. Participants will analyze case studies on international trade risks, focusing on currency and financial risks. Group work and simulations will enhance their understanding of payment methods, such as bank transfers and standby letters of credit. Interactive sessions will cover the identification and management of commercial and political risks, while feedback sessions will help participants reflect on complex topics like bonds in international trade and project finance.

Course Toolbox:

Comprehensive ebooks on trade risk management and currency risk management.
Templates for export credit insurance applications.
Checklists for evaluating trade finance options such as supplier credits and buyer credits.
Case studies on structured trade finance and international leasing.

Course Agenda:

Day 1: Understanding Trade Risks and Practices

Topic 1: Trade risks and risk assessment
Topic 2: Business beyond borders: trade risks
Topic 3: International trade practices
Topic 4: Product risks in international trade
Topic 5: Commercial risks (purchaser risks)
Topic 6: Adverse business risks
Reflection & Review: Discuss key trade risks and best practices in risk assessment

Day 2: Political and Financial Risks in International Trade

Topic 1: Political risks in international trade
Topic 2: Currency risks in international trade
Topic 3: Financial risks in international trade
Topic 4: Methods of payment in trade
Topic 5: Different methods of payment: pros and cons
Topic 6: Bank transfers and cheque payments
Reflection & Review: Explore financial risks and how different payment methods impact trade

Day 3: Advanced Payment Methods and Guarantees

Topic 1: Documentary collection in trade
Topic 2: Letters of credit in trade
Topic 3: Counter-trade strategies in international trade
Topic 4: Bonds, guarantees, and standby letters of credit
Topic 5: The use of bonds and guarantees in trade finance
Topic 6: Common forms of guarantees and demand guarantees
Reflection & Review: Analyze various payment methods and the importance of guarantees in trade

Day 4: Currency Risk Management and Insurance

Topic 1: Currency risk management
Topic 2: Currency markets and currency exposure
Topic 3: Hedging currency risks
Topic 4: Practical currency management
Topic 5: Export credit insurance and mutual undertakings
Topic 6: The private sector insurance market and export credit agencies
Reflection & Review: Reflect on strategies for managing currency risks and using credit insurance in trade

Day 5: Financing Options and Export Documentation

Topic 1: Trade finance alternatives: pre-shipment finance, supplier credits, and buyer credits
Topic 2: Refinancing of supplier credits and buyer credits
Topic 3: The international money market and structured trade finance
Topic 4: Project finance and joint ventures
Topic 5: Terms of payment and cash management
Topic 6: Export quotation preparation and international transport documents
Reflection & Review: Final review of trade finance options and export documentation practices

How This Course is Different from Other International Trade and Finance Courses:

This course offers a comprehensive look at both trade and financial risks, going beyond basic international trade practices. It covers currency risk management, commercial risks, and advanced trade finance options like structured trade finance and project finance.

Participants will engage in hands-on workshops and real-world case studies to develop practical skills in managing currency exposure and export credit insurance. The course also provides insights into bonds, guarantees, and stand-by letters of credit, making it perfect for professionals looking to enhance their expertise in international trade finance.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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