Certificate of Trade Finance in Africa

Recognizing the Opportunities of Regional Trade in Africa

As the world progresses towards becoming a more connected place, the role of regional trade and its implications for global economies is growing radically. For trade practitioners, the evolving dynamics of African regional trade can entail unprecedented opportunities for economic growth and prosperity.

Armed with the right mindset, the interested practitioner will be able to recognize and make use of the vast prospects of African regional trade. This certificate was designed to introduce you to the applied potential and actual challenges of trade activities among different regions in Africa. It explains the different stages of trade activities, starting with identifying the various trade opportunities in the continent and ultimately managing the logistics of exports/imports.

From a global perspective, you will be introduced to the world of international trade, trade finance supply chain finance and commercial finance (factoring, invoice discounting and asset-based lending).

• Identify the strategic importance of international trade
• Discuss different sales and marketing strategies, as well as how to adapt them to the different regional markets
• Conduct elements of trade transaction financial analysis, such as profit and loss and exchange rate risk management
• Integrate trade activities within an organization’s value chain
• Manage the process of regulatory and legal compliance of an organization’s products according to the requirements of the different regional markets in Africa
• Acquire the tools needed to achieve professional development goals in the finance of international trade
• Understand key aspects of international trade, supply chain finance and its variations, international trade finance and logistics, risks mitigation and control

• Export and import managers
• Business development managers
• Professionals in chambers of commerce or industry unions
• Government employees in ministries of the trade and industry

1. Products and Practical Applications of Trade Finance (40 hrs)

This course provides the overview and insights of the available instruments and products in the trade finance spectrum. Participants will learn important aspects on how to apply the trade finance solutions correctly. The course addresses issues like compliance, risk management, financial crime and anti-money laundering as well as laws and regulations. 

Dates: Monday, June 1 - Saturday, June 6, 2026
Format: On-Campus - New Cairo campus

2. Introduction to African Regional Trade (21 hrs)

This is an introductory course in the study of African regional trade. The course aims at acquainting participants with the African economies, extra- and intra-African Trade, African regional trading blocks, and the African Free Trade Continental Area.

Dates:  June 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and July 1, 6, 2026
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Format: Live Online

3. Regional Value Chain Management (24 hrs)

The course covers the essentials of cross-border procurement and management, inventory management, outsourcing and the use of software for resource planning with applications in the diverse regions in Africa.

Dates: July 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 and August 3, 5, 2026
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Format: Live Online

4. Marketing and Sales Regional Strategy (24 hrs)

This course exposes professionals to developing new marketing and sales strategies based on the different regional markets in Africa. It will provide tools and techniques to identify markets that match the products their organization is offering. The course offers a wide scope of topics, such as market growth strategies, pricing strategies, product placement in African markets, sales channels and negotiations, and e-marketing and e-commerce.

Dates: September 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 and October 5, 7, 2026
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Format: Live Online

5. African Trade and the Regulatory Environment (21 hrs)

The course introduces management of regulatory and legal compliance for African markets such as documentation, African trade agreements, property rights, and legal settlement of trade disputes.

Dates: October 26, 28  and November 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 2026
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Format: Live Online

6. Commercial Finance and Practical Applications (40 hrs)

This course aims to introduce the participant to the world of international trade and commercial finance with a deep dive in factoring, reverse factoring, invoice discounting and asset-based lending. It will provide a sound framework for those wishing to pursue further study or seek a career in this field. 

Date: November 29, 30 and December 1, 2, 3, 4, 2026
Format: On-Campus - New Cairo campus

7. Online Business Acumen Course (20 hrs)

Format: Asynchronous Online

Effectively operating within a business setting and having a positive contribution requires a certain set of skills and competencies. Explore critical 21st-century skills needed for today’s business world, enabling passion and speed in dealing with different business situations.

To check out the full list of our Business Acumen courses, click here.

Admissions Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• A minimum of two years of work experience

Admissions Process

Along with your online application form, upload the following documents:

1. Passport copy
2. Notarized English translation of all certificates (bachelor's degree is mandatory)
3. 500-word motivation letter
4. Proof of vaccination is required
5. An updated CV that shows the following:
   1. Name, address, email, skype, date of birth, telephone numbers
   2. Primary and Secondary education
   3. Full work experience
   4. Courses attended and professional development courses

Note: that the fees cover tuition only. Flights, accommodation, food/drink, visa issuance and transportation are not included in the program fees.

Visa

Check if you require an entry visa to Egypt. Apply for your visa early enough, it may take several weeks to get the visa.