Qualified Treasurer (QT)
About this course.
Course for Qualified Treasurer (QT)+
CREATING VALUE, UNLOCKING VALUE, AND PROTECTING VALUE
The Qualified Treasurer (QT) is a practical, post-bachelor professional executive program designed for financial professionals working within corporations, banks, insurance companies, financial institutions, and government entities.
The program focuses on financial decision-making regarding investments, corporate finance, liquidity management, treasury, and risk management. The central theme throughout the curriculum is how organizations can create value, unlock value, and protect value.
The program bridges the gap between theory and practice by utilizing real-world case studies from corporations, banks, and insurers, with a distinct emphasis on Surinamese treasury and business practices.
Participants will not only learn how to deploy financial instruments, but more importantly, how to strategically advise senior management on:
- Value creation
- Cash & liquidity management
- Funding & capital structures
- Risk management and mitigation
Method+
Brief introductions are followed by practical examples. Practice and Cases (group) assignments are an important added value. Discussions which are invoked on the experience and knowledge of the participants and teachers.
One of the tasks is to advise on working capital and cash management for a fictitious company. The program concludes with an overall case in which important aspects of the substance can be applied.
Audience+
The Treasury Management course is designed for financials and treasurers and the banks, large corporations, business and government work.
Admission+
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Economics or SPD
- Qualified Controller HOFAM
- Two (2) years in a treasury function
College times will vary per module.
Examination+
Each module is completed with a written exam. The course ends with a final examination that consists of writing a thesis and oral defense thereof.
Curriculum+
Module 1: Corporate Finance & Value Creation
Core Question: How do corporations, banks, and insurers create sustainable value?
Value-Based Management
- Financial Mathematics (or Financial Arithmetic)
- Investment Analysis (Capital Budgeting)
- Cost of Capital & Risk
- Capital Structure
- Business Valuation (Corporate Valuation)
- Credit Analysis
- Value Creation & Optimization
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Module 2: Cash, Liquidity, Treasury & Working Capital Management
Core Question: How do organizations unlock value through the optimal management of cash flows and working capital?
- Treasury Fundamentals
- Treasury Policy (Treasury Statute)
- Cash Management
- Liquidity Management
- Working Capital Management
- Accounts Receivable Management (Credit Management)
- Accounts Payable Management
- Inventory Management
- Treasury Technology
- Recent Industry Developments (AI/Software)
- Practical Assignment
Module 3: Financial & Enterprise Risk Management
Core Question: How do organizations protect their value against financial and operational risks?
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
- Financial Risks
- Interest Rate Risk Management
- FX Risk Management (Foreign Exchange Risk Management)
- Treasury Instruments
- Credit Risk Management
- Country Risk
- Operational Risk
- Banking & Insurance
- Risk Reporting
Module 4: Integrated Practical Case Study
Participants will work individually or in groups on a real-world business case, comprehensively applying the knowledge gained from the first three modules.
The case study may focus on:
- A corporation
- A bank
- An insurance company
- A government organization
Participants will formulate concrete recommendations regarding:
- Value creation
- Corporate financing / funding
- Treasury
- Liquidity management
- Risk management
Module 5: Thesis & Oral Examination
The program concludes with a practice-oriented thesis based on a financial or treasury issue within the participant's own organization.
The thesis includes:
- Problem analysis
- Theoretical framework
- Empirical / practical research
- Proposed solutions
- Advisory & implementation proposal
Following the evaluation of the thesis, an oral examination will take place, during which the participant will defend their conclusions and recommendations before an examination board.
Diploma+
After completing the program you receive the Diploma in Treasury Management. You will be registered in the courses of NIVE and will be able to carry the official title Qualified Treasurer (QT).
Study Material+
NIVE Training uses the latest study material. Before the start of each module you will receive the material.
Cost+
The tuition fee is EUR 7.500 including books, thesis supervision and exam fee.
In cooperation with the Nationale Ontwikkelingsbank, Suriname College of Accountancy was able to create a way for her students to receive study financing for their courses if necessary.
If you have further enquiries please do contact us, a personal interview with the program coordinator can also be arranged.
For an appointment we can be contacted on the following numbers: 425 766 / 840 2297 or you can send an email info@surinamecollegeofaccountancy.com.
Length:
1 year
Effort:
2-4 hours per week
Exams:
Written exam
Price:
Download QT info sheet