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The qualification will develop students’ understanding in the use of guarantees, industry rules, legislation and the challenges relating to demand guarantees and standby credits. CSDG enables students to demonstrate a high level of expertise and improves knowledge and understanding of the complex issues associated with demand guarantee best practice.
Studying CSDG covers:
The Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees is a Level 4 qualification registered with Ofqual in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
Read the CSDG qualification specification
It raises the level of competence regarding URDG amongst banks (especially in less developed countries).
Relevant, Practical & Valued!”
CSDG helped me to work on demand guarantee more confidently.
H/505/9707 The tools and terminology necessary to draft, issue and claim on demand guarantees and related products. The roles, obligations and relationships between parties of demand guarantee transactions. As well as the affects of external factors, the risks involved and how to manage these.
CSDG is assessed through a 3-hour paper-based objective exam split into two sections:
CSDG is examined in over 40 countries at designated international centres.
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£500 which includes learning materials and exam entry
£55
£310
£22
*Please note, candidates outside of the UK are required to pay the international booking fee.
Registration for the October 2017 exam is open, applications and payment must be received on or before 31 July 2017.
The exams are scheduled to take place on 13 and 14 October. Register for CSDG
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For further details and any queries please contact Student and Customer Services via email or on +44 (0)12 2781 8609.
All candidates should register directly with us unless you fall into the below international candidate categories. Download and complete the registration form and send to the relevant address listed.
Upon completion of CSDG, your CSDG designation will remain valid for three years. To retain the designation, you are required to participate in the recertification programme. Alternatively, you can register for and re-take the exam at the end of the three-year period.
Key Facts:
On completion of CSDG, there are several study pathways available:
Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS®) The international standard qualification for documentary credit specialists which demonstrates practical knowledge and understanding of the complex issues associated with documentary credit practice.
Certificate in International Trade and Finance (CITF®) Enables trade, export and commodity executives to gain a thorough understanding of the key procedures, practices and legislation in international trade finance. This qualification can also contribute to the Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance. Upon completion, ICC Academy will award CSDG holders with credit towards the Certified Trade Finance Professional to provide you with a pathway for completion of this advanced Certificate.
As a student studying this qualification you will automatically become a Member of The London Institute of Banking & Finance. The cost of which is included in your course registration.*
*Please note that upon completion of your studies you will be required to pay an annual subscription fee if you wish to continue with your membership.
Certificate in International Trade and Finance (CITF®)
Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS®)
Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees (CSDG®)
Certificate in Trade Finance Compliance
Certificate in Principles of Payments (CertPAY)
Please select at least one qualification
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For registration and other enquiries please contact Student and Customer Services on +44 (0)12 2781 8609.