SWIFT for Banking Professionals Training Course

Audience

This course is designed for all Senior Management personnel who require a practical understanding of AML/CTF frameworks and their preventive measures, alongside an awareness of other pertinent and emerging Financial Crime issues.

Format of the course

The learning experience combines the following elements:

• Facilitated group discussions
• Slide presentations
• Real-world case studies
• Practical examples

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, delegates will be able to:

• Articulate methods for preventing AML and CTF activities.
• Grasp the key components of AML and CTF as they relate to their organizations, as well as the national and international initiatives aimed at combating these crimes.
• Specify the protective measures that a company and its employees should implement to mitigate the risks of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing.
• Outline how organizations may become targets for such crimes and identify which 'red flags' can aid in detecting, preventing, and reporting suspicious or confirmed criminal behavior.
• Gain insight into other significant 'hot spots' within the realm of Financial Crime.

Finance / Management

This instructor-led, live training in (online or onsite) is aimed at manufacturing managers and engineers who wish to strengthen their ability to evaluate investments, build robust business cases, and present compelling narratives for capital projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: calculate and apply core investment appraisal metrics to manufacturing scenarios, build a complete CAPEX investment case including cash flow projections and sensitivity analysis, use templates and Capex Cards to streamline the approval process, and prepare clear executive-level narratives to justify capital expenditure requests.

The Cost Center module addresses the routines and best practices for managing overhead, calculating BOM costs, and determining product-level costing across manufacturing and service operations.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level practitioners who wish to configure, operate, and validate cost center routines within enterprise environments.

Upon completing this course, participants will gain the ability to:

• Create, configure, and maintain cost centers aligned with organizational structures.
• Build and validate BOM costing using standard, activity-based, and overhead allocation methods.
• Integrate machine hours, operator hours, and labor metrics into cost center calculations.
• Apply absorption costing principles to ensure accurate product and period-end valuations.

Format of the Course

• Guided instruction with case-based demonstrations.
• Hands-on costing exercises and spreadsheet-based modeling.
• Application-focused labs simulating real costing and reconciliation workflows.

Course Customization Options

• For tailored content, industry-specific costing models, or ERP platform alignment, please contact us.

This course offers a thorough examination of institutional due diligence frameworks designed for financial institutions, blending regulatory, financial, operational, and ethical compliance aspects. It connects Common Reporting Standard (CRS) requirements with extensive due diligence modules covering management, governance, technology, and business operations.

Delivered as an instructor-led live training (available online or onsite), this program targets intermediate-level professionals in compliance, risk, and operations who aim to establish a holistic due diligence program that aligns with international best practices and jurisdictional standards.

After completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp and apply due diligence principles across institutional, financial, legal, and operational areas.
• Execute CRS and FATCA-aligned due diligence processes for tax-residency verification and reporting.
• Incorporate governance, ESG, and business integrity measures into compliance systems.
• Design risk-based due diligence frameworks encompassing management, marketing, and IT functions.
• Ready internal teams for audits, regulatory reviews, and continuous improvement cycles.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Case studies and group exercises.
• Practical application using mock due diligence documentation and workflows.

Customization Options

• To arrange customized training for this course, please contact us.

This instructor-led, live training in Turkey (online or onsite) is designed for finance and legal professionals who wish to master the principles and practical applications of extrajudicial and judicial collection. This knowledge enables participants to effectively manage and resolve complex collection issues.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of both extrajudicial and judicial collection methods.
• Implement core methods and techniques associated with extrajudicial and judicial collection.
• Assess the effectiveness and efficiency of extrajudicial and judicial collection efforts.
• Navigate the legal and ethical considerations inherent in extrajudicial and judicial collection.
• Integrate extrajudicial and judicial collection strategies in a comprehensive and coherent manner.

The CRS represents the OECD's benchmark for the automatic exchange of financial account data between jurisdictions. Its primary objective is to curb cross-border tax evasion by requiring financial institutions to identify and report on accounts held by foreign tax residents.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is tailored for intermediate-level compliance and operational professionals aiming to establish robust CRS-focused policies, execute precise tax-residency due diligence, and harmonize internal processes with reporting standards similar to FATCA.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Articulate the CRS reporting framework, essential definitions, and jurisdictional mandates under the OECD standard.
• Implement CRS due diligence procedures, including indicia searches and the management of self-certifications, to accurately identify reportable accounts.
• Align internal Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) workflows to satisfy CRS requirements alongside related FATCA-like obligations.
• Develop controls, data workflows, and reporting processes necessary for producing compliant CRS submissions.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Practical exercises and template-based labs, such as self-certification reviews and indicia assessments.
• Hands-on examples demonstrating how to operationalize CRS within onboarding and reporting systems.

Customization Options

• To request a customized version of this course—including jurisdiction-specific rules, system integration, or an in-depth comparison with FATCA—please contact us to arrange details.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is designed for managers looking to identify and reduce the risk of fraud affecting eCommerce businesses.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the mechanisms behind eCommerce fraud.
• Evaluate vulnerabilities within their company’s eCommerce platforms and operational processes.
• Determine the organization's preparedness for implementing new anti-fraud solutions.
• Effectively communicate and integrate suitable anti-fraud policies.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical application.
• Hands-on implementation in a live laboratory environment.

Customization Options

• To request a tailored version of this course, please reach out to us for arrangements.

This Excel training for financial analysis focuses on the advanced spreadsheet techniques essential for finance professionals. The curriculum covers lookup functions, search formulas, Pivot Charts, conditional formatting, external data workflows, and securities analysis. It delves into practical methods for evaluating time value of money concepts, identifying market trends, building financial forecasting models, and utilizing Excel's comprehensive analytical toolkit for complex financial computations and reporting.

This foundational course equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of key financial markets, covering their objectives, operations, core activities, and regulatory frameworks. Designed to serve as both a refresher and an educational resource, it challenges delegates to maximize their learning experience. Interactive discussion and feedback are encouraged throughout the sessions to foster an engaging and dynamic learning environment.

By the end of the course, delegates will be better prepared to address client needs, contextualize the services they offer, and understand the markets in which they operate.

This instructor-led, live training in Turkey (online or on-site) targets cloud administrators, cloud architects, technology heads, and financial analysts who want to record, manage, monitor, and process an organization's financial assets in the cloud.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to implement FinOps practices to forecast costs, optimize processes, and carry out financial management operations in the cloud.

This instructor-led, live training in Turkey (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level finance professionals who aim to acquire comprehensive knowledge of FinOps principles and methodologies, including cloud financial management, optimization strategies, and cross-functional collaboration between finance, engineering, and business teams.

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

• Understand the FinOps framework, principles, and phases.
• Manage cloud costs effectively through data analysis and governance.
• Collaborate between finance, engineering, and business units to align cloud spend.
• Use FinOps tools for cost allocation, forecasting, and optimization.
• Prepare for the FinOps Certified FOCUS Analyst exam.

This instructor-led, live training in Turkey (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level cloud financial management professionals who wish to validate their expertise in financial operations (FinOps) related to cloud cost management.

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

• Gain advanced knowledge required for the FinOps Certified Professional exam.
• Understand complex FinOps practices, including cost optimization, budget management, and reporting.
• Develop practical skills in applying FinOps strategies in real-world scenarios.
• Prepare for a successful completion of the FinOps Certified Professional exam.

This instructor-led live training (onsite or remote) is tailored for accountants and bookkeepers who wish to utilize Xero for bookkeeping purposes.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Gain a real-time view of cash flow.
• Link bank accounts to Xero for reconciliation.
• Prepare and check VAT (Value Added Tax) returns in Xero.
• Create reports to share with team members.

This instructor-led live training in Turkey (online or onsite) targets beginner-level non-finance professionals who aim to build a foundational understanding of financial and accounting principles essential for effective business decision-making.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand basic financial and accounting concepts that are essential for business decision-making.
• Interpret and analyze financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Apply key financial ratios to assess the financial health of a business.
• Develop and manage budgets and perform variance analysis to monitor business performance.
• Use break-even analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.