Trade Finance & International Banking#1086
Fundamentals of Trade Finance
Introduces the trade finance toolkit, explaining letters of credit, documentary collections and guarantees and when each fits a domestic or international deal.
5 Days·Classroom
Supply Chain Finance
Shows how supplier and buyer finance, reverse factoring, invoice discounting and inventory finance improve liquidity and working capital along the supply chain.
TFI · Trade Finance & International BankingAll Levels#1093ClassroomEnglish , Arabic
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Sectors:Finance, Investment & BankingCategories:Trade Finance & International Banking
Course Overview
Supply Chain Finance is a comprehensive professional training course designed to equip banking professionals, trade finance specialists, corporate finance teams, and supply chain leaders with the advanced knowledge and practical skills required to design, implement, and manage Supply Chain Finance solutions that optimize working capital, improve liquidity, and strengthen financial performance. As global supply chains become increasingly interconnected and complex, Supply Chain Finance has become a strategic financial solution that enhances collaboration between buyers, suppliers, and financial institutions while supporting sustainable business growth. The course provides participants with an in-depth understanding of Supply Chain Finance models, financial structures, and operational frameworks. Participants will explore supplier finance, buyer finance, receivables finance, invoice discounting, reverse factoring, purchase order finance, inventory finance, distributor finance, and other working capital solutions. The program also examines how financial institutions evaluate supply chain risks, structure financing programs, and deliver value-added financial services that improve cash flow and operational resilience. The program further explores the integration of Supply Chain Finance with Trade Finance, Corporate Banking, Treasury Management, Working Capital Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Credit Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Financial Technology (FinTech), Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, and Customer Relationship Management. Participants will gain practical insights into designing financing solutions, assessing risks, improving liquidity management, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting long-term business partnerships across supply chains. Through interactive workshops, financial modeling exercises, real-world case studies, supply chain financing simulations, working capital analysis, and implementation planning activities, participants will strengthen their ability to develop effective Supply Chain Finance programs that improve financial performance, reduce financing costs, mitigate operational risks, and create sustainable value for both financial institutions and corporate clients. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to implement strategic Supply Chain Finance initiatives that enhance competitiveness, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and support organizational growth.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze Supply Chain Finance concepts and evaluate their impact on working capital, liquidity management, and organizational performance by the end of the course.
- Develop comprehensive Supply Chain Finance solutions that address the financing needs of buyers, suppliers, and financial institutions.
- Evaluate supplier finance, buyer finance, receivables finance, invoice discounting, reverse factoring, purchase order finance, and inventory finance models.
- Apply international best practices in structuring and managing Supply Chain Finance programs.
- Design financing solutions that improve cash flow, optimize working capital, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
- Improve strategic decision-making by evaluating financing opportunities, operational risks, and financial performance.
- Strengthen governance through regulatory compliance, AML controls, operational risk management, and credit risk assessment.
- Implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure Supply Chain Finance performance, liquidity improvement, operational efficiency, and customer value.
- Assess the role of FinTech, digital platforms, automation, and data analytics in modern Supply Chain Finance solutions.
- Align Supply Chain Finance strategies with corporate banking objectives, treasury management, enterprise risk management, digital transformation, and sustainable organizational growth before course completion.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for Trade Finance Managers, Corporate Banking Managers, Relationship Managers, Treasury Managers, Credit Managers, Working Capital Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Procurement Managers, Operations Managers, Risk Managers, Compliance Officers, AML Professionals, Product Managers, Financial Analysts, Business Development Managers, Finance Directors, Internal Auditors, and professionals responsible for Supply Chain Finance and corporate financial solutions.
The program is equally valuable for professionals working in central banks, government agencies, regulatory authorities, multinational corporations, manufacturing companies, logistics providers, import and export organizations, financial institutions, consulting firms, FinTech companies, and decision-makers responsible for liquidity management, operational excellence, trade finance, corporate finance, and strategic financial planning.
Learning Outcomes
- By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Design and implement comprehensive Supply Chain Finance programs.
- Evaluate financing requirements across complex supply chains and recommend appropriate financial solutions.
- Apply best practices in working capital optimization and liquidity management.
- Assess operational, credit, and financial risks associated with Supply Chain Finance transactions.
- Strengthen regulatory compliance and AML controls within Supply Chain Finance operations.
- Measure Supply Chain Finance performance using KPIs, financial metrics, and operational indicators.
- Integrate FinTech solutions, digital platforms, and automation into Supply Chain Finance processes.
- Improve collaboration between buyers, suppliers, and financial institutions through structured financing programs.
- Prepare executive reports and financial analyses that support strategic Supply Chain Finance decisions.
- Develop a practical implementation roadmap that strengthens governance, enhances liquidity, improves operational efficiency, reduces financing costs, mitigates risk, and supports sustainable organizational growth.
Course Outline
Course Outline:
Foundations of Supply Chain Finance
- Introduction to Supply Chain Finance concepts and business value
- Evolution of working capital finance
- Participants and stakeholders in Supply Chain Finance
- Financial institution roles in supply chain financing
- Practical application or discussion: Analyzing financing needs across a supply chain
Supply Chain Finance Solutions and Products
- Supplier finance and buyer finance
- Receivables finance and invoice discounting
- Reverse factoring and purchase order finance
- Inventory finance and distributor finance
- Practical application or discussion: Designing a Supply Chain Finance solution for a corporate client
Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance
- Credit risk and operational risk in Supply Chain Finance
- Regulatory compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
- Customer due diligence and risk assessment
- Internal controls and governance frameworks
- Practical application or discussion: Evaluating risks within a Supply Chain Finance program
Digital Transformation and Performance Excellence
- Financial Technology (FinTech) in Supply Chain Finance
- Digital platforms and process automation
- Data analytics for financing decisions
- Performance measurement using KPIs and financial metrics
- Practical application or discussion: Developing a digital Supply Chain Finance operating model
Strategic Supply Chain Finance Management
- Building an enterprise Supply Chain Finance strategy
- Optimizing working capital and liquidity management
- Future trends in Supply Chain Finance
- Continuous improvement and operational resilience
- Final workshop: Developing a comprehensive Supply Chain Finance implementation roadmap that includes financing program design, working capital optimization, liquidity management, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, AML controls, FinTech integration, digital transformation, KPI measurement, governance enhancement, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen financial performance, improve operational efficiency, reduce financing costs, and support sustainable business growth.
Upcoming Dates
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Lisbon · 16 – 20 Nov 2026 · Classroom
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| City | Dates | Price per Participant | Early Bird | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AmsterdamScheduled | 2 – 6 Nov 2026 | €5,400 | — | |
TunisiaScheduled | 2 – 6 Nov 2026 | €3,800 | — | |
MunichScheduled | 2 – 6 Nov 2026 | €5,400 | — | |
IstanbulScheduled | 2 – 6 Nov 2026 | €4,700 | — | |
ViennaScheduled | 9 – 13 Nov 2026 | €5,700 | — | |
MuscatScheduled | 9 – 13 Nov 2026 | €5,300 | — | |
BarcelonaScheduled | 9 – 13 Nov 2026 | €5,400 | — | |
Kuala LumpurScheduled | 9 – 13 Nov 2026 | €4,400 | — | |
OnlineScheduled | 15 – 19 Nov 2026 | €1,700 | — | |
ZurichScheduled | 16 – 20 Nov 2026 | €5,000 | — | |
BerlinScheduled | 16 – 20 Nov 2026 | €5,800 | — | |
LisbonScheduled | 16 – 20 Nov 2026 | €5,400 | — | |
LondonScheduled | 23 – 27 Nov 2026 | €5,600 | €5,040until 2 Nov | |
ParisScheduled | 23 – 27 Nov 2026 | €5,700 | €5,130until 2 Nov | |
CairoScheduled | 23 – 27 Nov 2026 | €3,300 | €2,970until 2 Nov | |
RiyadhScheduled | 30 Nov – 4 Dec 2026 | €4,200 | €3,780until 9 Nov | |
CasablancaScheduled | 30 Nov – 4 Dec 2026 | €4,300 | €3,870until 9 Nov | |
MadridScheduled | 30 Nov – 4 Dec 2026 | €5,400 | €4,860until 9 Nov | |
MakkahScheduled | 7 – 11 Dec 2026 | €4,200 | €3,780until 16 Nov | |
RomeScheduled | 7 – 11 Dec 2026 | €5,800 | €5,220until 16 Nov | |
DohaScheduled | 7 – 11 Dec 2026 | €4,400 | €3,960until 16 Nov | |
DubaiScheduled | 13 – 17 Dec 2026 | €4,400 | €3,960until 23 Nov | |
ManamaScheduled | 14 – 18 Dec 2026 | €4,700 | €4,230until 23 Nov | |
SalalahScheduled | 14 – 18 Dec 2026 | €5,300 | €4,770until 23 Nov | |
GenevaScheduled | 21 – 25 Dec 2026 | €6,300 | €5,670until 30 Nov | |
MilanScheduled | 21 – 25 Dec 2026 | €6,000 | €5,400until 30 Nov | |
TrabzonScheduled | 21 – 25 Dec 2026 | €4,700 | €4,230until 30 Nov | |
AmmanScheduled | 21 – 25 Dec 2026 | €3,100 | €2,790until 30 Nov | |
TunisiaScheduled | 28 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027 | €3,800 | €3,420until 7 Dec | |
IstanbulScheduled | 28 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027 | €4,700 | €4,230until 7 Dec |
Available in: Istanbul · Dubai · London · Riyadh · Doha · Amsterdam
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