International Treasury and Cash Management
Overview:
Introduction:
International Treasury and Cash Management focuses on the strategic management of an organization's financial resources across borders to ensure liquidity, optimize cash flow, and mitigate financial risks. It involves overseeing global treasury operations, managing currency exposure, and implementing systems for effective cash management. This training program provides participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage international treasury operations and cash management. It equips them with strategies for optimizing liquidity, managing risk, and enhancing financial performance in a global environment.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
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Explore the core international treasury management functions and responsibilities.
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Utilize techniques for managing global cash flow and optimizing liquidity.
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Use effective strategies for foreign exchange and interest rate risk management.
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Leverage technology and treasury management systems for operational efficiency.
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Develop strategic treasury plans that align with corporate objectives and manage cross-border financial challenges.
Target Audience:
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Treasury professionals.
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Financial managers.
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Corporate finance professionals.
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Accountants involved in international transactions.
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CFOs and finance directors.
Program Outline:
Unit 1:
Fundamentals of International Treasury Management:
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Overview of international treasury functions and responsibilities.
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Key treasury management strategies for global operations.
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The role of international banking relationships.
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Understanding global financial markets and instruments.
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Regulations and compliance in international treasury.
Unit 2:
Global Cash Flow Management:
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Techniques for managing cash flow in a multinational organization.
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Cash pooling and netting across different currencies.
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Managing working capital globally.
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Strategies for optimizing liquidity across regions.
Unit 3:
Foreign Exchange and Interest Rate Risk Management:
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Understanding currency risk in international operations.
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Hedging strategies for managing FX risk.
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Managing interest rate exposure in global markets.
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Use of derivatives in risk management (forwards, futures, options).
Unit 4:
Treasury Technology and Systems:
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The role of technology in modern treasury management.
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The process of choosing and implementing treasury management systems (TMS).
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Automation of treasury processes for efficiency.
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Integrating global treasury operations with ERP systems.
Unit 5:
Strategic Treasury Management and Decision-Making:
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Developing long-term treasury strategies aligned with corporate goals.
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Setting and evaluating key performance indicators (KPIs) for treasury functions.
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Decision-making frameworks for global cash allocation and funding.
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Managing large-scale treasury projects and cross-border investments.
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Enhancing collaboration with stakeholders to align treasury goals with organizational success.