International Trade is one of the main areas of business for most commercial banks in Sri Lanka, Efficiency in handling and processing proper documentation is vital in this business. Timely processing and negotiation of documents, speedy adjustment to changing regulations and procedures relating to trade, and quick and effective arrangements of foreign exchange dealings are the important areas in that regard Documentation for international trade should always follow the rules and regulations stipulated in UCP 600 with 100% accuracy.

Learning Outcomes

Objective of this programme is to enhance the knowledge on preparation of documents efficiently and make the participants aware of major articles in handling trade related documents, thereby minimizing possible losses banks are exposed to.

Content

• Introduction to documents relating to International Trade;
• Preparation and handling of documents;
• Articles of UCP 600 relating to documentary credit;
• Practical issues encoumered by commercial banks.

For Whom

Officers of the CBSL, junior and middle level officers involved in international trade related operations in commercial banks and other financial/non-financial institutions.

Resuorce Persons

Experienced professionals from the banking and related industries.

Medium

English

Methodology

Lectures and discussions

Course Coordinator

Mrs. Chalhuri Dodangoda (Senior Assistant Director) Tel: 011-2477810, 011-2477854)

E-mail chathurid@cbsl.lk, cbs(®cbsl.lk, cbsprog§cbsl.lk

Duration: 26 & 27 July 2016 (9.00 a.m. to 4.15 p.m.)

Closing Date: 18 July 2016

Course Fee: Rs. 10,000/- per participant (including lunch, refreshments and course material)

Venue: Centre for Banking Studies, No 58, Sri Jayewardenepura Mawatha, Rajagiriya

for more details contact to Centre for Banking Studies, Central Bank of Sri Lanka #58, Sri Jayewardenepura Mawatha, Rajagiriya. Tel: 011 2477811, 2477840