Certified Specialist in Trade Finance (CSTF)
The CSTF programme covers structured trade finance, supply chain finance, understanding forwards, options and futures, monitoring trade finance transactions etc
A Globally Recognised Credential
Learning Objectives
- Structured Trade Finance
- Supply Chain Finance
- Trade Finance Monitoring
- The Four Pillars of Trade Finance
- Trade Finance Instruments – Demand Guarantee
- Trade Finance Instruments – Standby Letter of Credit
- And many more
Course Structure & Outline
Course Outline
Who should take this course?
Treasurers, Credit Risk Officers, Trade Specialist, Trade Desk Officer/Manager in banks and staff of Import and Export trading.
Course Author
Bamidele Ayemibo
Bamidele Ayemibo, the “Export King” he is fondly called, is an internationally recognized business consultant and marketing expert. He is the Lead consultant at 3T Impex Trade Consulting Limited. He is also a Trade Consultant with numerous trade certifications. He is the first Certified Specialist in Demand Guarantee in Nigeria and among the first ten in Africa. He holds a Master’s in International Business with Law from the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, and a Ph.D. in International Business Marketing from the LIGS University, Hawaii, United States of America. He conceived, designed, and facilitated the training of the First Export Diploma Programme and Six Trade Professional Development Programmes in Africa in conjunction with the American Institute of Extended Studies.
Student Feedback
Efua Gbadamosi
I am a professional banker with over sixteen years of experience. I have hundreds of clients in various industries, including physical and sector manufacturing, logistics, and automobile. When I started my career, I would say that I had more faith in the knowledge of significant imports because of the type of clients that I handled. But I want to say that the defining moment in my career was when I underwent 3T Impex trade academic training. So fast forward in 2020 when the COVID came again that thought came to me and this time I said no, I was sick by the home, I'm not going to wait for my company to train me, So I reached out to 3T impex. So I ran through their different courses, and I knew I had to go for the Export Business Management course. I can tell you that it has been a game-changer for me in my career. I see the trade processes side from the bank's perspective, but I didn't understand the export environment, and I have clients who do export. So, this course has helped me to gain a good understanding of the export environment and an idea of what to look for. And at that point, when I finish this program, it's an openly massive opportunity for me in my workplace. I can tell you that I made a significant impact, provided solutions for exports, and allowed my company to grow in nonoil exports in Nigeria. We are still learning, and I believe there are more courses for me. And I can recommend this program to anyone and everyone.
Susan Osayande
I did the Executive Diploma in Export Business Management at 3T Impex Academy in 2021. It was an excellent course because it exposed me to international trade. The course introduced me to the international perspectives of trade and the global market space. I was exposed, and I was able to know more about the parties, the people, contract importance, and even promotion and marketing strategies in the international market because it was an asset for me at the business firm where I work. The certificate is from the American Institute of Extended Study, which is also recognized here in India and abroad. I would recommend it to anyone because I can guarantee you will get high-priced knowledge and exposure in the international basket.
Gbemiga Oguntuyi
I'm currently the head of Trade Services Guaranty Trust Bank. I have worked with 3T Impex Consulting as a student since 2016. My first learning experience with 3T Impex was the CDCS certification. I passed a good one, having a tutorial in Nigeria for an international exam. I think 3T Impex can boast of enormous success in preparing people for CDCS. Every time I come in contact with them, it's a new learning experience for me. So I would encourage people to check out their service offerings in terms of training and preparing themselves for certification and all that because they have the right personnel, they have the right skills and experience to guide you through your career ambitions in terms of getting certification. In the area of international trade and trade finance.
Victor Iyang
I just finished certified global Trade professionals Training. I work in one of the commercial banks in Nigeria. Frankly, I had struggled with trade transactions, but there was no running away from it. The focus right now on a bank is exports. Two weeks to the end of the program, I got a call from an exporter in a bubble shop. Who wants to do cassava chips export to Europe? If I hadn't taken this program, it would be very difficult for me to onboard that customer and have a decent conversation with him about the transaction. I intend to take additional courses in trade along with the African Continental Future Trade Area.It's an area where I've decided thatI would like to specialize it.
Anonymous
3T Impex is a knowledge center for export. The books by Dr Bamidele Ayemibo is must read by anyone interested in export. It is international in scope but rich in local export opportunities.
Charles Adetoyese
Going through CATP was a game changer for me in my career. While I was in Nigeria, as a trade professional, you required a certificate to advance. In the UK, all the companies I applied to always ask for this certification, which is an equivalent of CDCS, because it covers all the ICC rules URC522, UCP600, eURP, URDG, and many more. The program focused on all the trade rules, which are very important.
Bashiru
The program is fantastic, has upscaled my thinking and ideas, and shaped my experience as a trade expert. Previously, I was unfamiliar with the critical terms in trade and its promotions. Still, my knowledge was broadened after going through the Executive Diploma in Trade Finance (ETF) with 3T Impex. The program was very detailed, showing us step-by-step how to facilitate trade. I am encouraging other applicants and candidates to enroll in this program. I am privileged to have undergone the certification program. Thank you to Dr. Bamidele and 3T Impex. With what is going on globally, the supply chain disruption attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential to increase the exchange of goods and services (trade). Before this can be done, there is a need to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to increase trade in Africa. I recommend this program.
Alkalimakano Gambo
Thank you, Dr. Bamidele, for the 3 months of training I have undergone under your tutelage. I must confess that it is one of the best courses I have attended. It is an eye-opener. I have attended other programs because of my roles. Still, this program cannot be compared because it is a well-packaged program helping to bridge the gap between abundant resources and opportunities. The program is a personal development for me. I cannot converse with exporters without adding value to their business. From the banking perspective, banking has gone beyond transactional relationships; banking has moved to solution provision. Transactional banking has been taken over by automation, what is critical is who we solve customer challenges has it relates to export. The program has opened my eyes to the sector's issues and given me the necessary knowledge and skills to solve those prevailing problems. Working in the banking sector, I have not only seen a way to retain export customers, but now I have the necessary tools to attract new customers and even create new ones.
Certified Specialist in Trade Finance
Exam Fee - $600
Application Fee - ₦10,000 - $10
Tutorial Fee - ₦100,000 - $100
Total - $710
- Course duration is 3 months
- Exams are held at the end of the program. The program holds every quarter
- All classes are recorded. The audio and video lectures can be accessed through our GTC Tutor app
- Upon completion, certification is issued from American Institute of Extended Studies (AIES)
These Banks All Use The CSTF To Train Their Staff
FAQs
Yes in three tranches
American Institute of Extended Studies
Yes, it has been used to secure jobs and admission in Europe and American
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