Overview


This e-learning package is designed for newcomers to the trade finance function within banks, and for those who need a high-level familiarity with a range of trade finance products and techniques.

The course is designed around a 'top-down' approach to the issues of finance and risk mitigation facing trading companies, and the ways in which banks can address these issues with appropriate product offerings.

Trade Finance Advisor is available both on CD-ROM and in an internet/intranet version.

A brochure is available in Acrobat format.  Click here
 Content summary

Overview of letters of credit and collections, including associated finance opportunities
Also covers export credit insurance, factoring and invoice discounting, forfaiting, bonds and guarantees (including shipping guarantees)
Principles underlying the structuring of trade finance facilities
Identification of trade finance methods appropriate to various trading scenarios and circumstances

Features
 
A matrix approach - each trade finance method is described with respect to process, risk issues, finance opportunities, typical use etc.  
Learning management system tracks students' activity and attainment  
Students can annotate the course with their own notes and bookmarks for future reference  
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