The International Trade Centre (ITC) SME Trade Academy is offering a free online course on Export Finance and Payments, starting on 17th November 2025. This course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills to access suitable trade finance options, negotiate secure payment terms, and mitigate financial risks.

This program is tailored for exporters, MSMEs, and trade support officers. It focuses on managing international transactions effectively and minimizing payment risks. Participants will gain the knowledge to leverage key financial tools, strengthen their negotiation capacity, and build resilience in global markets.

Key Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and access appropriate export trade financing options.
• Confidently negotiate payment arrangements with international partners.
• Manage risks using instruments such as documentary credits, bills of exchange, and export credit insurance.
• Understand the intricacies of foreign exchange management and demand guarantees.

Course Structure
The comprehensive curriculum is divided into nine modules, enriched with practical case studies. Key topics include:

• Trade Finance Instruments and Methods
• Export Trade Financing Options
• Negotiating Payment Arrangements
• Working with Foreign Currencies, Credit Insurance, and Demand Guarantees

The course is now open for enrollment. Interested participants are encouraged to register early to secure their place: https://learning.intracen.org/course/info.php?id=193