Introduction

Clearing, Settlement & Custody is the backbone of modern Capital Markets Infrastructure, enabling seamless Post-Trade Operations, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Compliance, and Financial Stability across global Securities Markets. In today’s rapidly evolving Financial Ecosystem driven by Digital Transformation, Blockchain Technology, Central Counterparty Clearing (CCP), Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS), and Straight-Through Processing (STP), financial institutions must master advanced Clearing Operations, Settlement Cycles (T+1/T+2), Custodial Services, Collateral Management, and Operational Risk Control. This intensive training course delivers high-impact knowledge in Securities Processing, Trade Lifecycle Management, Corporate Actions Processing, Asset Servicing, and Global Custody Frameworks aligned with international best practices.

Clearing, Settlement & Custody Training Course provides practical expertise in Depository Systems, Central Securities Depositories (CSDs), Cross-Border Settlement, SWIFT Messaging Standards, Liquidity Optimization, Counterparty Risk Management, and Regulatory Reporting frameworks shaped by institutions such as the Bank for International Settlements, International Organization of Securities Commissions, and Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication. Participants will gain advanced skills to enhance Trade Reconciliation, Fail Management, Securities Lending, Margining Processes, and Custody Risk Governance while strengthening operational resilience and financial market integrity.

Programme Curriculum

Clearing, Settlement & Custody Training Course

Introduction

Course Objectives

Develop advanced expertise in Trade Lifecycle Management and Post-Trade Infrastructure.
Master Clearing Mechanisms including Central Counterparty (CCP) Risk Frameworks.
Analyze Settlement Cycles including T+1 acceleration strategies and liquidity optimization.
Implement robust Custody Operations and Global Asset Servicing models.
Strengthen Collateral Management and Margin Optimization techniques.
Enhance Operational Risk Management and Settlement Fail Reduction strategies.
Interpret Regulatory Compliance requirements aligned with global standards.
Optimize SWIFT Messaging and ISO 20022 standards for securities settlement.
Design effective Corporate Actions Processing frameworks.
Improve Reconciliation Automation and Exception Management systems.
Manage Cross-Border Settlement Risk and Foreign Exchange exposure.
Apply Securities Lending and Borrowing operational controls.
Build resilient Post-Trade Digital Transformation strategies.

Organizational Benefits

Improved Operational Efficiency and Cost Optimization
Reduced Settlement Fails and Counterparty Exposure
Enhanced Regulatory Compliance and Reporting Accuracy
Strengthened Liquidity and Collateral Optimization
Increased Market Confidence and Institutional Credibility
Scalable Post-Trade Technology Infrastructure
Enhanced Risk Governance and Internal Controls
Improved Client Asset Protection and Transparency

Target Audiences

Clearing and Settlement Officers
Custody Operations Professionals
Treasury and Liquidity Managers
Risk and Compliance Officers
Investment Operations Analysts
Central Bank and Regulatory Staff
Stock Exchange and Depository Employees
Financial Technology and Digital Transformation Specialists

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Clearing & Settlement

Structure of Global Securities Markets
Trade Lifecycle from Execution to Settlement
Role of Clearing Houses and CCPs
Settlement Cycles and Market Infrastructure
Risk Types in Clearing & Settlement
Case Study: Settlement Failure Analysis in a Regional Exchange

Module 2: Central Counterparty Clearing (CCP) Framework

CCP Risk Waterfall Structure
Margining Methodologies and Default Funds
Netting and Multilateral Clearing
Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis
Default Management Procedures
Case Study: CCP Default Management Simulation

Module 3: Settlement Systems & Liquidity Management

Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) Systems
Delivery versus Payment (DvP) Models
Liquidity Optimization Strategies
Intraday Credit and Collateral Usage
Settlement Discipline Mechanisms
Case Study: Liquidity Crisis Impact on Settlement Cycle

Module 4: Custody & Asset Servicing Operations

Global Custody Models and Sub-Custodian Networks
Safekeeping and Asset Protection Controls
Corporate Actions Processing
Dividend and Interest Payment Management
Securities Lending Operations
Case Study: Corporate Action Processing Error Resolution

Module 5: Collateral & Margin Management

Collateral Eligibility and Haircut Policies
Margin Call Processing
Rehypothecation and Risk Implications
Exposure Monitoring and Reporting
Collateral Optimization Tools
Case Study: Margin Shortfall and Risk Mitigation Strategy

Module 6: Reconciliation & Operational Risk Control

Trade Matching and Confirmation Processes
Automated Reconciliation Systems
Exception Handling and Escalation
Settlement Fail Management
Internal Controls and Audit Trails
Case Study: Reconciliation Breakdown Investigation

Module 7: Regulatory & Compliance Framework

Global Post-Trade Regulatory Standards
Settlement Discipline Regimes
AML and KYC in Custody Services
Regulatory Reporting Requirements
Governance and Compliance Monitoring
Case Study: Regulatory Breach and Remediation Plan

Module 8: Digital Transformation in Post-Trade

Blockchain in Clearing and Settlement
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Applications
ISO 20022 Migration
Cybersecurity in Post-Trade Infrastructure
Artificial Intelligence in Operations Automation
Case Study: Digital Custody Platform Implementation

Training Methodology

Instructor-led expert sessions
Interactive workshops and simulations
Real-world case study analysis
Group discussions and peer learning
Practical system demonstrations
Assessment quizzes and knowledge checks
Scenario-based risk management exercises
Final project presentation and evaluation

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.
f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

MS Word SWIFT Alliance Calypso and Murex

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000