Part of the Global Trade Certificate (GTC)

Introduction to Distributor Finance – eCourse

Learn how to engage effectively with manufacturer and exporter clients and to spot opportunities to propose distributor finance solutions

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this eCourse you will be able to:

Answer the question: ‘what is a distributor?’.

Understand the definition of supply chain finance (SCF) and how it differs from traditional trade finance.

Describe the key features of distributor finance and its three main types.

List the key benefits of distributor finance for the three parties involved.

Describe the main types of risks for distributor finance and how they can be managed.

Identify 8 strategies for exporters or manufacturers to enter new international markets.

Understand the key techniques of SCF, its two categories, and the enabling framework.

Explain the benefits and costs of using distributors.

Explain what other types of finance may be utilised to finance a distributor.

Compare the benefits and risks of distributor finance with other forms of finance.

COURSE STRUCTURE & CURRICULUM

Access period

12 months

Duration

3 hours

Credits/CPDs

3 points

Parent Certificate

GTC

Lessons

5

Language

English

Lesson 1: General Overview Expand

The objective of this lesson is to explain how major exporting manufacturers establish and manage their international distribution networks with a particular focus on the use of third-party distributors.

 

Lesson 2: Relationship with Supply Chain Finance Expand

The objective of this lesson is to place distributor finance in a wider context, specifically in terms of its relationship to trade finance and supply chain finance (SCF).

 

 

Lesson 3: Distributor Financing Expand

In this lesson, we provide a holistic and practical definition of distributor finance, which builds on the realities of global distribution networks described in Lesson 1.

 

Lesson 4: Benefits and Risks Expand

In this lesson, we will discuss the benefits of distributor finance for the parties involved and draw some comparisons with other forms of finance; as well as review the key risk issues that arise, and the ways that they are mitigated by the parties involved.

 

Lesson 5: Assessment Expand

This section will test your knowledge on what you have learned so far and aims to equip you with the skills and context you will need in the field. Please note this is not an exam.

Who should take this course?

General practitioners working in banks, corporates, or financial institutions in functions such as relationship management, credit and compliance, but with an interest in trade finance.

Animated explainer videos

This eCourse includes nine animated videos to help you better understand core concepts

Study guide

A downloadable study guide will help you recap the key points offline and access additional resources

COURSE AUTHOR

Charles Bryant

Secretary General, European E-Invoicing Service Providers Assocation (EESPA) Assocation

Charles Bryant is a former banker with a deep experience in trade finance, transaction banking and general management. He co-authored the well-received Euro Banking Association Guide to Supply Chain Finance, and is an active member of the Drafting Group of the Global SCF Forum, working on standard market definitions for supply chain finance techniques. He is heavily involved in the promotion of electronic invoicing and works with Tungsten, the leading e-invoicing network formerly known as OB10, where he is European Affairs Adviser. He represents the UK in the EU Multi-Stakeholder Forum on e-Invoicing and in the CEN Project Committee developing a European Standard for the e-Invoice. He co-founded the European e-Invoicing Service Providers Association (EESPA) and in 2013 was elected its Co-Chair.

Introduction to Distributor Finance – eCourse

Only USD $150

• 12-months access to all 5 lessons. Repeat them as many times as you want.
• Online and interactive – learn at your own pace
• A PDF of The Standard Definitions for Techniques of Supply Chain Finance.
• 10 assessment questions to test your knowledge
• Nine animated explainer videos
• Downloadable study guide for offline reference
• Certificate of completion

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FAQs

Answers to your most commonly asked questions.

Do I get a certificate? Expand

This course forms part of the curriculum for the Global Trade Certificate (GTC) but can also be purchased on its own.

If you just complete this course then you will earn a Letter of Completion once you finish (please note there is no exam for this individual course).

However, this course can also be put towards achieving the GTC qualification. More details can be found here.

If you complete the GTC then you will earn a Certificate of Achievement, signed by the ICC Secretary General, once you pass the final exam.

Are there any prerequisites for taking this course? Expand

A strong interest in trade and trade finance is recommended and all candidates need to be able to read and write in English.

How long do I have access to the course for? Expand

Your purchase includes 12 months to access all the lessons. You can access the lessons as many times as you like within the 12-month access period.

Who is this course accredited by? Expand

This course is accredited by the London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF), The Bankers Association for Finance and Trade (BAFT) and the Global Trade Professionals Alliance (GTPA).

Can I request a refund for my purchase? Expand

Due to the immediate availability of our course content upon registration, ICC Academy has a strict no-refund policy for our courses and certifications. For more details, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.

 

How long will it take to complete this course? Expand

This online course will take approximately 3-4 hours to complete depending on your level of experience.

Candidates will have 12 months to complete the lessons.

What’s included with my purchase? Expand

• One-year access to the online course and all 5 lessons
• A digital edition of the Standard Definitions for Techniques of Supply Chain Finance published by the Global Supply Chain Finance Forum in 2016.
• 10 assessment questions – we’ll show you how to apply what you learn to real-world scenarios. Please note there is not an exam.
• Nine animated explainer videos
• A printable glossary containing all the key terms for you to refer to throughout the course
• A downloadable study reference guide
• Dedicated, full-time IT support
• Certificate of completion

Is the course online? Expand

Yes, all our courses are taken online. This means they are accessible at any time, from anywhere in the world. Learn when and where you want.

Who is this course for? Expand

This course has been designed for general practitioners working in banks, corporates, or financial institutions in functions such as relationship management, credit and compliance, but with an interest in trade finance.

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