Fundamentals of Trade Finance & Letters of Credit
Overview
Fundamentals of Trade Finance & Letters of Credit 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 Trade Finance & Letters of Credit.
- Describe credit and underwriting decisions.
- Carry out routine tasks related to operations, controls and fraud prevention safely and correctly.
- Recognise early warning signs in islamic finance considerations 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 Trade Finance & Letters of Credit: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2Credit and underwriting decisions
- Day 3Operations, controls and fraud prevention
- Day 4Islamic finance considerations
- Day 5Practical exercises, review and assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11–15 January 2027 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 12–16 April 2027 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 18–22 July 2027 | MCTMuscat | $4,500 | Register |
| 15–19 May 2028 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 28 August – 1 September 2028 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 12–16 November 2028 | KBRAl Khobar | $4,500 | Register |
| 5–9 February 2029 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 14–18 May 2029 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 12–16 November 2029 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 10–14 February 2030 | JEDJeddah | $4,500 | Register |
| 18–22 August 2030 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
| 4–8 November 2030 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
The Trade Finance & Letters of Credit series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fundamentals of Trade Finance & Letters of Credit 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 Madrid, Muscat, Al Khobar, London, Dubai, Jeddah and Riyadh, 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.