Treasury and Risk Management Training Course

Introduction

Effective treasury and risk management are critical for any organization's financial health and success. This "Treasury and Risk Management" training course provides a comprehensive overview of the key functions of a treasury department, including cash management, funding, investments, and foreign exchange. Participants will also learn about various types of financial risks, how to identify and assess them, and strategies for mitigating these risks to protect the organization's financial resources.

Duration

5 days

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

• Treasury Professionals: Treasurers, cash managers, analysts, and other professionals working in treasury departments.
• Finance Professionals: Accountants, financial analysts, and other finance professionals involved in financial planning and control.
• Risk Managers: Individuals responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks.
• Corporate Executives: CEOs, CFOs, and other executives involved in financial decision-making.
• Anyone interested in treasury and risk management: Professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge in these critical areas.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core functions of a treasury department.
• Manage cash flow effectively.
• Develop funding strategies and access capital markets.
• Make informed investment decisions.
• Manage foreign exchange risk.
• Identify and assess various types of financial risks.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks.
• Understand regulatory requirements and best practices for treasury and risk management.

Course Modules

• Introduction to Treasury Management:
  • The role and functions of a treasury department.
  • Treasury organization and structure.
  • Treasury policies and procedures.
  • The relationship between treasury and other departments.
• Cash Management:
  • Cash flow forecasting and management techniques.
  • Bank account management and reconciliation.
  • Payment systems and electronic funds transfer.
  • Liquidity management and short-term investing.
• Funding and Capital Markets:
  • Short-term funding sources (e.g., lines of credit, commercial paper).
  • Long-term funding sources (e.g., bonds, equity).
  • Accessing capital markets and investor relations.
  • Debt management and refinancing strategies.
• Investment Management:
  • Investment policy and objectives.
  • Investment instruments and asset classes.
  • Portfolio management and diversification.
  • Performance measurement and reporting.
• Foreign Exchange Management:
  • Foreign exchange markets and exchange rates.
  • Transaction exposure, translation exposure, and economic exposure.
  • Hedging techniques and strategies (e.g., forwards, futures, options).
  • Foreign exchange risk management policies.
• Financial Risk Management:
  • Identifying and assessing financial risks (market risk, credit risk, operational risk, liquidity risk).
  • Risk management frameworks and methodologies.
  • Quantitative and qualitative risk assessment techniques.
  • Risk reporting and communication.
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM):
  • The concept of enterprise risk management.
  • Integrating risk management across the organization.
  • Developing an ERM framework.
  • Risk appetite and risk tolerance.
• Regulatory Requirements and Best Practices:
  • Regulatory requirements for financial institutions.
  • Corporate governance and risk management.
  • Compliance and internal controls.
  • Best practices in treasury and risk management.

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank