Fundamentals of Payments & Cards
Overview
Fundamentals of Payments & Cards gives banking and insurance professionals a practical command of products, risk and regulation in a fast-changing market. It is designed for participants who are new to the subject or want a solid, structured foundation.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the key concepts, terminology and standards of Payments & Cards.
- Describe operations, controls and fraud prevention.
- Carry out routine tasks related to islamic finance considerations safely and correctly.
- Recognise early warning signs in digital channels and fintech and escalate them.
- Use checklists and simple tools to support daily work.
Who should attend
- Staff new to the subject or moving into the role
- Bankers and relationship managers
- Risk, credit and compliance staff
- Insurance underwriters and claims staff
- Operations and branch teams
Daily outline
- Day 1Introduction to Payments & Cards: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2Operations, controls and fraud prevention
- Day 3Islamic finance considerations
- Day 4Digital channels and fintech
- Day 5Practical exercises, review and assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17–21 January 2027 | DOHDoha | $4,500 | Register |
| 12–16 April 2027 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 19–23 July 2027 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 13–17 March 2028 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 11–15 September 2028 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 11–15 December 2028 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 7–11 January 2029 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
| 23–27 April 2029 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 9–13 July 2029 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 24–28 February 2030 | CAICairo | $4,500 | Register |
| 27–31 May 2030 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 11–15 August 2030 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
The Payments & Cards series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fundamentals of Payments & Cards cost?
The fee is US$2,500 per participant online or US$4,500 in the classroom for 5 days.
Where and when is the course held?
Sessions run from 2027 to 2030 in Doha, Dubai, London, Riyadh, Madrid and Cairo, and live online. See the session table above for exact dates.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who complete the course receive an SGT certificate of completion showing the training hours.
In which language is the course delivered?
Sessions are delivered in English or Arabic. Tell us your preferred language when you register.
Can SGT deliver this course in-house?
Yes. For groups we deliver the course at your premises in any city, with content adapted to your equipment and procedures.
How do I register?
Send the course name, city and dates on WhatsApp to +20 106 597 6553. We reply with booking confirmation and registration steps.