Treasury Management and Liquidity Optimization Course

Introduction

Treasury management is a critical function within financial institutions and corporations, responsible for managing liquidity, funding, investments, and financial risk to ensure operational stability and profitability. In an increasingly volatile global financial environment, effective treasury operations are essential for maintaining cash flow efficiency and safeguarding against liquidity shocks.

This course provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of treasury management principles and liquidity optimization strategies. It equips participants with the knowledge required to manage cash positions, funding structures, and short-term investments while balancing risk, return, and regulatory requirements in dynamic financial markets.

Modern treasury operations are highly data-driven and technology-enabled, incorporating real-time cash management systems, automated liquidity forecasting tools, and integrated risk management frameworks. This program explores how digital transformation is reshaping treasury functions and improving decision-making efficiency across organizations.

Participants will gain deep insights into liquidity risk management, cash flow forecasting, working capital optimization, and financial instruments used in treasury operations such as money market instruments, repos, and short-term securities. The course emphasizes both strategic and operational aspects of treasury functions.

The program also addresses global financial challenges such as interest rate volatility, foreign exchange risk, regulatory capital requirements, and systemic liquidity pressures. Participants will learn how leading institutions design robust treasury frameworks that ensure resilience and financial stability under different market conditions.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to effectively manage liquidity positions, optimize cash and funding strategies, mitigate financial risks, and support strategic decision-making that enhances organizational financial performance and stability.

Who Should Attend

• Treasury Managers and Officers
• Corporate Finance Professionals
• Bank Liquidity Managers
• Risk Management Professionals
• Financial Analysts and Controllers
• CFOs and Finance Directors
• Investment Managers
• Asset and Liability Management Officers
• Commercial Bank Executives
• Central Bank and Regulatory Staff
• Credit and Lending Officers
• FinTech Treasury Solution Developers
• Portfolio Managers
• Accounting and Finance Professionals
• Corporate Cash Management Specialists

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of treasury management functions, including liquidity control, cash flow optimization, funding strategies, and short-term investment management.
• Equip participants with advanced skills in liquidity risk assessment and forecasting techniques to ensure financial stability and operational continuity.
• Strengthen ability to design and implement effective cash management systems that optimize working capital and improve organizational efficiency.
• Enhance knowledge of financial instruments used in treasury operations, including money market instruments, repos, treasury bills, and commercial papers.
• Build expertise in foreign exchange and interest rate risk management to protect organizations from market volatility and financial exposure.
• Enable participants to apply data-driven forecasting and analytics tools for real-time liquidity monitoring and decision-making.
• Develop strategic capabilities in asset-liability management to balance funding structures and optimize financial performance.
• Strengthen understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting treasury operations, including liquidity coverage ratios and Basel requirements.
• Equip participants with skills to integrate digital treasury systems and automation technologies into financial operations.
• Prepare participants to design and implement optimized treasury frameworks that enhance liquidity efficiency, profitability, and risk resilience.

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Treasury Management

• Role and functions of treasury departments
• Evolution of treasury operations
• Treasury objectives and financial stability
• Key performance indicators in treasury

Module 2: Cash Management Systems

• Cash flow tracking and optimization
• Daily liquidity management practices
• Cash pooling and netting techniques
• Corporate cash forecasting models

Module 3: Liquidity Risk Management

• Liquidity risk identification and measurement
• Stress testing liquidity positions
• Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) frameworks
• Contingency funding plans

Module 4: Working Capital Optimization

• Receivables and payables management
• Inventory and cash conversion cycle optimization
• Short-term financing strategies
• Efficiency improvement techniques

Module 5: Money Market Instruments

• Treasury bills and commercial papers
• Repurchase agreements (repos)
• Short-term investment securities
• Money market fund management

Module 6: Foreign Exchange and Interest Rate Risk

• FX exposure identification and hedging
• Interest rate risk management strategies
• Derivatives for treasury risk control
• Currency swaps and forwards

Module 7: Asset-Liability Management (ALM)

• ALM principles and frameworks
• Gap and duration analysis
• Balance sheet optimization techniques
• Funding and liquidity alignment

Module 8: Treasury Technology and Automation

• Treasury management systems (TMS)
• Real-time cash visibility tools
• Digital payment and settlement systems
• AI and analytics in treasury operations

Module 9: Investment and Funding Strategies

• Short-term investment strategies
• Debt issuance and funding structures
• Capital market funding options
• Cost of capital optimization

Module 10: Regulatory and Strategic Treasury Management

• Basel liquidity requirements and compliance
• Regulatory reporting and governance
• Strategic treasury decision-making
• Future trends in global treasury management

Training Approach

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion by Steady Development Center.

Training Venue

The training will be held online. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, tutorials and all required training manuals. Any other personal expenses are catered by the participant.
For registration and further enquiries, contact us on:

• Tel: +254 701 180 097
• Email: training@steadytrainingcenter.com

Tailor-Made Option

This course can be customized to suit the specific needs of your organization and be delivered on-line to any convenient location.

Terms Of Payment

Upon agreement by both parties’ payment should be made to Steady Development Center’s official account at least 3 working days before training begins to facilitate adequate preparation.

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