About Course
SMEs serve as the backbone of economic growth and global trade, fostering innovation and creating jobs. However, research indicates that SMEs often face challenges such as limited access to capital that hinders their development and expansion, especially in regions like Africa.
Despite their economic significance, approximately 70% of SMEs in Africa are underserved or unserved by financial institutions, highlighting the critical need for specialized support.
Therefore, it is important that financial professionals gain insights and practical skills to address the specific needs of SMEs by providing support that enhances trade and investor readiness.
What is the objective of this course
The objective of the course is to build the capacity of participants to support SMEs by enhancing their trade readiness and preparing them for investment opportunities, thereby increasing their chances of securing funding to fuel their growth.
What is the course duration
Monday 10th February, 2025 to Friday 14th February, 2025
What this course entails
- Module 1: SME Business Development and Growth
- Module 2: SME Financing Approaches
- Module 3: SME Investment Readiness
- Module 4: SME Trade Readiness
- Module 5: Export Market Development
Who can take this course
Professionals within financial institutions who are involved in SME development, trade and investor relations.
- SME Loan Officers
- Investment Bankers/Analysts
- Relationship Managers
- Business Development Officers
- Export and Import Officers
- Trade Operations Officers
- Compliance Officers
- Risk Analysts
Why You should take an Africa Trade Academy course
Our courses help you achieve fluency in the language of trade and trade related topics inthe context of Africa, drawing from international best practices and localizing it to African context.
The Academy provides participants to a wide range of current and emerging resources and best practices that complement your training experience.
Our courses are designed to be relevant to your professional development, helping you develop skills sets that can immediately be applied to your work.
Our courses help you build and sharpen the fundamental skills in trade and related topics which empowers you to become a competent professional in your chosen field.
Our faculty is made up of experts-from Africa-with diverse expertise in varied environments, and leadership experience, providing our participants with insightful knowledge, drawing from several years of both professional and academic experience.
Course Fees
GHC 3,000 per participant