Explore International Trade Payment Methods and Learn Key Terminology

Perhaps the most important document to learn about in Trade Financing is the Letter of Credit. The document follows the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600), but “uniform” is not its middle name. The uniformity occurs with the objective of the document, but they generally never look alike. Working with Letters of Credit can be a complex task that requires great attention to detail.

This course on Letters of Credit will cover various payment methods and types of Letters of Credit to help you choose the best option for your needs. You will learn the basic terminology and significance of various documents, and learn how to prevent and handle discrepancies. We will also provide an overview of the rapidly changing market in order to keep you and your customers ahead of these trends and opportunities.

This training will ensure exporters receive payment for their shipments, get paid faster, and reduce bank fees. Importers will learn about their suppliers’ documentary requirements.

6.5 Hour Course

$595$645
Price is per person

Webinars: 8:30 am-4 pm CT $595
Seminars: 8:30 am-4 pm Local Time $645

Two 15-minute breaks // 1 hr lunch

Letters of Credit Reference Book Included

All Webinars require a Webcam

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Course Features

Small Class

This means there is more time for you to grow and get the knowledge and answers you need to succeed. We highly encourage participation and questions throughout the class.

Book Included

With this course, you will receive a free physical reference book. This will benefit you far past the course.

Late registrations are  welcome, temporary ebook access will be granted.

Certification

With this interactive course, you will receive a certificate of completion and a digital badge.

Credits

You may earn education credits for completing this course. See details

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Letters of Credit Course Agenda
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Seminar
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Central Time) – Webinar
Reference book Letters of Credit in International Trade: A User’s Guide

I. RISKS TO INTERNATIONAL TRADE PAYMENTS

• Risk mitigation

II. METHODS OF PAYMENT

• Cash in Advance, Collection Basis, and Open Account
• Consignment, Credit Card
• Countertrade and Barter

III. DEFINITIONS OF LETTERS OF CREDIT

• Commercial Contract vs. Letter of Credit
• Types of Letters of Credit
• Documentation
• Fees Associated with a Letter of Credit
• Standardization of Letter of Credit

IV. IMPORT LETTERS OF CREDIT

• Application and Agreement
• How to Fill Out the Application
• Conditions of the Credit
• Negotiation for Payment
• Case Study

V. EXPORT LETTERS OF CREDIT

• Opening and Advising an Export Letter of Credit
• Unconfirmed Letter of Credit: Bank Specified
• Steps in Reviewing and Export Letter of Credit
• Obtaining Payment
• Assignment of Proceeds
• Case Study

VI. SPECIAL TYPES OF LETTERS OF CREDIT AND TRADE FINANCE

• Standby Letters of Credit
• Evergreen Clause
• Revolving, Back-To-Back, Transferable, and Red Clause Letters of Credit
• Using Banker’s Acceptances
• Export Working Capital Financing
• Woking Capital Loan Programs
• Factoring
• Forfaiting
• Foreign Exchange Risk Management
• Purchase Order Financing

VII. UNIFORM CUSTOMS AND PRACTICE FOR DOCUMENTARY CREDITS

• UCP 600
• eUCP Version 2.0
• International Standby Practices ISP98

  • Webinars: 8:30AM-4:00PM CT [Reference book will be shipped to you]
  • Seminars: 8:30AM-4:00PM Local Time [You will receive reference book in class]

Two 15 Minute breaks AM/PM
1 hour lunch (around noon)

Our Letters of Credit Course Will Benefit Importers and Exporters

✔︎ Our Letter of Credit course is excellent for beginners and serves as a refresher and update for experienced professionals. Our instructor will set the course level based on attendees’ needs.

✔︎ The target audience includes: Employees of Exporters and Importers who are involved in Purchasing, Sales, Finance Manager, Business Development Manager, Logistics, Traffic, Account Staff, Customer Service, Accounting, Credit Managers, Controllers, Business Support Specialist, International Managers, Engineering, and Legal personnel will benefit from this course.

✔︎ Learn how to communicate with your Customs Broker or Freight Forwarder regarding your import or export transaction under a letter of credit.

✔︎ Are you a Customs Broker or a Freight Forwarder? If yes, then learn about your customers’ obligations regarding documentary requirements and time limits imposed on them stated in a letter of credit.

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