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International Trade & Risk Mitigation Techniques

Diploma

Introduction

This course equips participants with the essential knowledge of international payment methods in trade and the importance of corresponding banking. Success in today’s global marketplace requires exporters to offer attractive sales terms backed by appropriate payment methods. Choosing the right method is crucial to minimize payment risks and meet the buyer’s needs. International trade involves varying degrees of risk, creating uncertainty in payment timing between exporters and importers. For exporters, a sale isn’t complete until payment is received.

Course Outline

  • Regulations for International Payments in Pakistan
  • Payment Systems: SWIFT, SEPA, ACH, Blockchain Solutions
  • Import Procedures: Firm Contracts, Supplier Credibility
  • Modes and Terms of Payment
  • Letter of Credit: Opening, Amendments, and Prohibited Types
  • Correspondent Banking
  • Payment Settlement Risks and Mitigation Techniques
  • Trade Payment Methods: Advance Payments, Open Accounts, Documentary Collections, Credits
  • Types of Letters of Credit: Revocable, Irrevocable, Confirmed, Unconfirmed, Revolving, Transferable, SBLC, Back-to-Back, Red & Green Clause LCs
  • LC Discrepancies, Transaction Flow Charts, Key Articles of UCP-600, and URC-522

Learning Outcomes

  • Enhanced Understanding: Gain a deep understanding of cross-border payment mechanisms, including international regulations and compliance.
  • Improved Risk Awareness: Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate risks like currency exchange, regulatory compliance, operational, and fraud risks.
  • Compliance Adherence: Strengthen adherence to international regulations and industry standards, including KYC and AML directives.
  • Cost Reduction: Potentially lower costs through efficient payment mechanisms and risk management practices.
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction: Enhance customer loyalty through faster, more secure, and transparent international payment processes.

Who Should Attend?

  • Trade Officers
  • Foreign Exchange Officials
  • Remittance Officers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Audit Officials
  • Trade Finance Students

Program Fees

PKR/- 49,000
Exclusive of Taxes

Date

October 27, 2024

Duration

9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Venue

IoBM, Karachi

Registration

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Program Facilitator

Ejaz Ahmed Qadri

MBA, LLB, MA, DAE

Ejaz Ahmed Qadri is a seasoned banking and training expert with nearly three decades of experience, primarily at the State Bank of Pakistan and its subsidiary, SBP Banking Services Corporation (Bank). His expertise spans various operational departments, including FEOD, EPD, and Training & Development.

Key Experience:

  1. State Bank of Pakistan & SBP BSC: Held pivotal roles across departments like FEOD, EPD, and T&DD.
  2. Training & Development: Distinguished as an in-house trainer, conducting modules on International Trade and Forex Operations.
  3. Habib Metropolitan Bank Ltd.: Chief Facilitator and Trade Consultant since 2015, focusing on content development and nationwide training.
  4. Certifications & Affiliations: Certified Trainer and member of the Institute of Bankers Pakistan (IBP) since 2008, with affiliations to prominent training forums.
  5. Freelance Consulting: Provided consultancy to leading businesses in Pakistan.
  6. Educational Qualifications: Holds an MBA in Banking & Finance from IoBM Karachi, among other degrees.
  7. Publication & Thought Leadership: Regular contributor to discourse on international trade through various publications.