The Certification in Treasury Management (CTM) is a comprehensive self-study program offered by the National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF), in collaboration with CFA Society Pakistan. The program offers deep insights into the evolving domain of treasury functions, integrating both conventional and Islamic financial systems. Designed with inputs from the State Bank of Pakistan, CFA Society Pakistan, industry professionals, and international experts, CTM is recognized as a benchmark qualification for treasury professionals.
This workshop aims to provide participants with a structured learning pathway to enhance their understanding of core treasury functions and prepare them effectively for the CTM certification. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Grasp foundational and advanced concepts in treasury management.
- Understand the regulatory framework and compliance mechanisms in Pakistan.
- Analyze and apply quantitative finance methods, including compounding and yield measurement.
- Evaluate balance sheet risks and apply ALM metrics.
- Understand Islamic treasury instruments and their applications.
- Navigate foreign exchange markets, capital markets, and financial instruments.
Each session will conclude with a short test to reinforce learning.
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Day
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Time
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Topic
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Day 1 (Workshop Session 1)
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09:30 AM – 01:00 PM
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Treasury Management Foundations
· Financial Markets Overview
· Role of Treasury
· Monetary Policy
· SBP Operations & Regulations
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Day 1 (Workshop Session 2)
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02:00 AM – 05:30 PM
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Core Arithmetic for Finance & Fixed Income Instruments
· Compounding and Discounting
· Yield Measures
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Day 2 (Workshop Session 1)
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09:30 AM – 01:00 PM
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Fixed Income Instruments
· Pricing, Valuation, and Analysis
· Yield Curve and Interest Rate Benchmarks
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Day 2 (Workshop Session 2)
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02:00 AM – 05:30 PM
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Balance Sheet Management
· ALM Metrics
· Role of ALCO
· Understanding Risks and Ratios
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Day 3 (Counselling Session 1)
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09:30 AM – 01:00 PM
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Foreign Exchange Market Dynamics
· Market Structure and Participants
· Forex Transactions and Parity
· Regulatory Requirements in Pakistan
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Day 3 (Counselling Session 2)
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02:00 AM – 05:30 PM
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Capital Markets
· Market Participants
· Investment Vehicles
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Day 4 (Counselling Session 1)
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09:30 AM – 01:00 PM
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Islamic Markets (Money and FX)
· Valuation and Regulatory Framework
· Waad, Salam, and Tahawut
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Day 4 (Counselling Session 2)
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02:00 AM – 05:30 PM
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SBP Code of Conduct
Learning Reinforcement: Final Test
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Dr. Amama Shaukat is an Associate Professor (honorary) in Accounting and Finance at Brunel Business School, Brunel University of London and a faculty member at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi. Her teaching and research focus on sustainability reporting, ESG, and corporate social responsibility, with top cited publications in leading journals.
She contributes extensively to global ESG policy development: advising bodies such as the IFRS International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB); the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG); and UK parliamentary committees. Dr. Shaukat brings to this training a unique combination of academic depth, as well as expert policy and practice insights on ESG performance and reporting from both developed as well as developing markets like Pakistan.
Mr. Fahim ul Hasan is an Assurance Partner at A. F. Ferguson & Co., Karachi, and leads the firm’s sustainability and HR advisory services. With over 20 years of experience in assurance and consulting across Pakistan and Singapore, he has led due diligence, performance reviews, business strategy, and feasibility engagements for both local and multinational clients. A committed trainer and speaker, Mr. Hasan regularly conducts sessions on ESG, corporate reporting, and governance in national and international forums.
Mr. Abdul Rahim Suriya is a reputed professional trainer in Pakistan, with substantive expertise in corporate governance, finance, accounting, and board training. He is a Certified Director via the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG), and regularly serves as a trainer for ICAP (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan), ICMAP, and the IBA Director Training Programme (DTP).
In addition, Mr. Suriya has served in evaluative and oversight roles—such as chairing the evaluation committee for ICAP’s BCR (Benchmarking & Continuous Review) criteria. Mr Suriya brings to this program, a deep understanding of local corporate governance and financial oversight and reporting practices.
This workshop is suitable for treasury professionals, financial analysts, relationship managers, corporate bankers, risk managers, and anyone looking to enhance their treasury-related knowledge or planning to pursue a career in treasury management.
Participation in this workshop is not limited to those planning to take the CTM certification. It is open to all individuals interested in gaining knowledge in treasury management.
IBA CEE Cancellation Policy for Open Enrollment Programs:
In the event of participant's cancellation, the following schedule will apply:
- 5 days before start of workshop - No cancellation
- Within 4 to 2 days prior to workshop Half program fee forfeiture
- Within 1 day and No Shows - Full program fee forfeiture
Cancellation notification must be made in writing to CEE.
Postponement
Due to any unavoidable circumstances, the workshop may be postponed by the institute. In case of postponement, the institute will refund full fee of the program or the participant may opt to defer his/her registration to the next program.
Substitute
Substitutes will be taken at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Should we be unable to accept your application for any reason, your payment (cheque/draft) will be returned to you.
Deferrals
All registrations deferrals must be requested in writing at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Send a note to the Program Registration Team indicating that you wish to have your registration deferred to another session of the same program within one year. The deposited fee will be carried forward. Please note that only one transfer is permitted. After one year, the deposited fee will be fully forfeited.