The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in Treasury Management Skills, offering a specialized learning experience designed to enhance the capabilities of professionals working in liquidity management and financial planning.

The program provides a comprehensive framework that deepens participants’ understanding of the treasury’s role in maintaining institutional stability, while addressing the challenges associated with cash-flow management and the rapid shifts within modern financial environments. It also aims to strengthen strategic financial decision-making, develop resilient treasury structures, and support institutions in achieving a balanced approach between operational requirements and long-term growth objectives. Participants will gain refined knowledge of contemporary financial tools, risk-management techniques, and policy-building methods that reinforce financial sustainability and improve overall operational efficiency.

Who Should Attend?

• Treasury managers and staff working in cash and liquidity units.

• Finance personnel seeking to expand their understanding of treasury functions.

• Bank employees and professionals in financial institutions.

• Specialists in financial planning and risk management.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Establish a comprehensive understanding of treasury functions and their strategic importance.

• Enhance participants’ skills in cash-flow analysis and liquidity assessment.

• Strengthen the ability to manage financial risks related to funding and investment activities.

• Improve the quality and effectiveness of treasury-specific financial reporting.

• Enable participants to choose appropriate financial instruments to support liquidity stability.

• Treasury Functions and Strategic Role

  • The concept of the treasury and its position within the financial structure.

  • Core responsibilities of treasury departments in modern organizations.

  • Treasury contributions to financial stability and liquidity.

• Treasury System Structure

  • Key components of the treasury’s internal system.

  • Distribution of roles and responsibilities within the treasury team.

  • Monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure performance quality.

• Cash-Flow Concepts

  • The nature and significance of cash flows in assessing financial strength.

  • The impact of operational activities on liquidity levels.

  • Analysis of cash indicators to evaluate financial performance.

• Forecasting Cash Requirements

  • Identifying liquidity gaps across various timeframes.

  • Forecasting techniques based on financial data.

  • Market factors influencing cash-flow needs.

• Optimal Liquidity Levels

  • Standards used to determine appropriate liquidity levels.

  • Minimum liquidity thresholds for operational commitments.

  • Balancing liquidity with expected financial returns.

• Sources of Liquidity

  • Strategies to strengthen internal liquidity.

  • Short-term financing options available to organizations.

  • The role of short-term investments in supporting cash positions.

• Short-Term Monetary Instruments

  • Certificates of deposit and their use in liquidity management.

  • Treasury bills and their contribution to financial stability.

  • Banking collection operations and cash-processing mechanisms.

• Investment Instruments

  • Selecting investment tools that match treasury objectives.

  • Managing risks associated with short-term investment portfolios.

  • Evaluating investment performance and adjusting strategies.

• Foreign Exchange Risk

  • Causes of currency fluctuations.

  • Methods for measuring exposure to foreign-exchange risk.

  • Techniques for mitigating currency volatility.

• Interest Rate Risk

  • How interest rates change and affect financial operations.

  • Impact of interest rates on funding and liquidity.

  • Approaches to minimizing interest-rate risk.

• Treasury Accounting Policies

  • Controls for recording and documenting treasury operations.

  • Principles of treasury-related financial reporting.

  • The role of internal audit in ensuring financial integrity.

• Operational Procedures

  • Daily workflow within the treasury department.

  • Approval and authorization procedures.

  • Techniques to reduce operational errors and enhance accuracy.

• Short-Term Financing Sources

  • Credit facilities and methods for utilizing them.

  • Issuance of commercial papers as a financing tool.

  • Key conditions and requirements for short-term funding.

• Selecting Financing Options

  • Comparing the cost of available financing alternatives.

  • Assessing the risks associated with each option.

  • Aligning financing choices with liquidity needs.

• Coordination with Banks

  • The importance of managing banking relationships effectively.

  • Analyzing terms and conditions in banking agreements.

  • Organizing and managing multiple bank accounts.

• Monitoring Banking Services

  • Evaluating the quality of banking services.

  • Managing banking fees and costs.

  • Assessing banking performance and its impact on treasury operations.

• Liquidity Reports

  • Preparing daily and weekly liquidity reports.

  • Analyzing liquidity gaps to forecast financial priorities.

  • Designing reports that support executive decision-making.

• Investment and Funding Reports

  • Presenting results of investment portfolios.

  • Monitoring funding obligations and evaluating their performance.

  • Comparing actual results with planned financial objectives.

• Treasury Technology Systems

  • Features of digital systems used in treasury management.

  • Integration of treasury systems with other financial platforms.

  • Protecting financial data and maintaining information security.

• Supportive Digital Tools

  • Automation tools that reduce manual intervention.

  • Predictive analysis and smart forecasting tools.

  • Digital connectivity solutions linking institutions with banks.

• Legal Obligations

  • Financial regulations governing treasury operations.

  • Compliance requirements within financial institutions.

  • Controls related to anti-money-laundering standards.

• Regulatory Framework

  • The role of regulatory bodies in overseeing treasury activities.

  • International standards influencing treasury policies.

  • Regulatory impact on liquidity practices and investment decisions.