Introduction

International banking and commercial payments operate within complex legal, regulatory, and operational environments that demand accuracy, compliance, and sound judgment. As cross-border transactions increase in volume and sophistication, organisations face heightened exposure to legal risk, regulatory scrutiny, and operational disruption. This training course examines how international banking systems function, how payment mechanisms are governed, and how legal frameworks shape commercial payment practices. Participants develop a clear understanding of correspondent banking, trade-related payments, regulatory obligations, and emerging payment technologies. The course connects legal principles with real-world banking operations, ensuring professionals can support compliant, efficient, and secure international payment activities.

Key focus areas include:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Training Methodology

This training course uses an applied learning approach combining expert-led instruction, facilitated discussions, scenario analysis, and case-based exercises. Participants examine real-world international banking and payment situations to reinforce practical understanding and decision-making capability.

Law and Practice in International Banking and Commercial Payments

Who Should Attend?

This training course is ideal for professionals seeking to…

  • Manage international banking or payment operations
  • Support compliance and regulatory obligations in cross-border transactions
  • Reduce legal and operational risk in commercial payments
  • Oversee trade finance or correspondent banking activities
  • Understand emerging trends in international payment systems
  • Strengthen governance within banking and financial institutions

 

Course Outline

Day 1

Introduction to International Banking and Commercial Payments

  • Overview of International Banking and Commercial Payments
  • International Payment Systems (SWIFT, CHIPS, Fedwire, TARGET2)
  • Letters of Credit (L/Cs) and Standby L/Cs
  • Bank Guarantees and Counter-Guarantees
  • International Trade Financing (Trade Finance and Supply Chain Finance)
Day 2

Legal and Regulatory Framework for International Banking and Payments

  • Legal and Regulatory Framework for International Banking and Payments
  • International Banking Regulations (Basel III, FATCA, Dodd-Frank Act, etc.)
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF)
  • Sanctions and Embargoes
  • Compliance Management and Governance
Day 3

International Payment Systems and Emerging Payment Technologies

  • International Documentary Collections
  • International Remittances
  • Payment Cards and Mobile Payments
  • E-commerce Payments
  • Cross-Border Payments and Settlements
Day 4

Operational Risks and Fraud Prevention in International Banking and Payments

  • Operational Risks in International Banking and Payments
  • Fraud Prevention and Detection
  • Information Security and Cybersecurity
  • Business Continuity Management
  • Disaster Recovery and Crisis Management
Day 5

Future Trends and Innovations in International Banking and Payments

  • Emerging Trends and Technologies in International Banking and Payments
  • Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
  • Regtech and Fintech Innovations
  • Future of International Banking and Payments

International Standards & Professional Alignment

Our training courses are aligned with internationally recognised professional standards and frameworks across leadership, strategy, finance, governance, risk, compliance, and audit. By integrating globally trusted models, we ensure learners develop practical, relevant, and industry-recognised capabilities.

Our trainings draw on leading international standards and professional frameworks, including ISO, ISACA, COSO, OECD, IIA, FATF, Basel, IFRS/ISSB, GRI, NIST, CPD, ILM and the OECD AI Principles. This alignment ensures consistency with global best practices across financial management, risk oversight, digital governance, sustainability, and strategic decision-making..

Designed in alignment with globally recognised professional bodies, our courses support continuous professional development, strengthen organisational capability, and provide clear pathways toward professional certifications valued worldwide.

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FAQs

International banking law defines how cross-border payments are executed, governed, and enforced. This training course helps professionals reduce legal exposure and ensure transactions comply with applicable regulations.

Yes, the course examines major international payment systems and instruments, linking their operation to legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations.

Participants gain insight into AML, counter-terrorist financing, and sanctions frameworks, learning how these obligations affect international banking and payment processes.

Absolutely. The course is designed for banking, finance, operations, and compliance professionals who require practical legal awareness rather than formal legal training.

Participants leave with actionable knowledge to support compliant payment execution, manage risk, and adapt to evolving international banking practices.

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