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The East African Payments Framework and Landscape (P101-002)


Description

Comprehensive Online Course: Understanding the Payments Framework and Landscape in East Africa


This comprehensive online course is tailored specifically for professionals in East Africa seeking to deepen their understanding of electronic payments and thrive in the rapidly evolving digital finance ecosystem. Covering essential topics such as mobile payments, e-commerce trends, regulatory frameworks, and fintech innovations, this course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in electronic payments.


Target Audience:

Professionals working in banking, retail, finance, and fintech sectors in East Africa or those interested in the region.

Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to expand their knowledge of electronic payments for their ventures.

Government officials and policymakers involved in shaping regulatory frameworks for digital finance.


Value Proposition:

Gain insights into the latest trends and developments in electronic payments, with a focus on the unique dynamics of the East African region. Featuring a deep dive into Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Zambia, Uganda, Rwanda and Mauritius.

Acquire relevant knowledge for implementing electronic payment solutions, driving innovation, and addressing regulatory compliance challenges.

Network with industry experts and peers to exchange insights and best practices in digital finance.

Elevate your career prospects by staying ahead of the curve in one of the fastest-growing sectors in East Africa.

Contact Us:: training@transactconnect.co.za Average Course Durat...: 72 Hours Time for Course Comp...: 30 Days

Content
  • Course Content
  • Welcome Letter
  • Content
  • Introduction Video
  • MODULE 1 - THE INTRODUCTION AND EVOLUTION OF MONEY
  • What is Money ?
  • The Evolution of Money
  • Evolution of Payments - A Detailed Timeline
  • The History of Payments - A Mockumentary
  • Summary Module 1
  • Assessment Module 1
  • Module 2 - THE NATIONAL PAYMENTS SYSTEM
  • Overview and Components
  • Role and Oversight
  • Access and Participation
  • Challenges, Initiatives and Future Outlook
  • Kenyan NPS Snapshot
  • Tanzania NPS Snapshot
  • Ethiopia NPS Snapshot
  • Rwanda NPS Snapshot
  • Uganda NPS Snapshot
  • Zambia NPS Snapshot
  • Mauritius NPS Snapshot
  • Summary Module 2
  • Assessment Module 2
  • Module 3 - Payment System Networks
  • Understanding Payment System Networks
  • Third-Party Payment Providers (TPPPs)
  • Payment Processor, Switch & Gateway
  • How do Payment Gateways Work
  • Payments Systems Operators and Authorised Systems Operators
  • Clearing vs Settlement
  • Kenyan Payment System Networks
  • Rwanda Payment System Networks
  • Ethiopian Payment System Networks
  • Tanzanian Payment System Networks
  • Uganda Payment System Networks
  • Zambia Payment System Networks
  • Mauritius Payment System Networks (clone)
  • Summary Module 3
  • Assessment Module 3
  • Module 4 - REGULATORY ASPECTS OF PAYMENTS
  • National Payment System Regulatory Framework
  • Kenyan Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Rwandan Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Ethiopian Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Tanzanian Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Ugandan Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Mauritian Laws Governing Domestic Payments
  • Zambian Laws Governing Domestic Payments (clone)
  • Summary Module 4
  • Assessment Module 4
  • Module 5 - Public and Private Sector Payment Bodies
  • Public Sector Bodies
  • Private Sector Payment Bodies
  • Central Banks
  • Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS)
  • Payment Clearing House (PCH/ACH)
  • Summary Module 5
  • Assessment Module 5
  • Module 6 - Payments in the Context of the Economy
  • Phases of Payments
  • Participant and Payment System Provider
  • Summary Module 6
  • Assessment Module 6
  • Module 7 - Method of Payments
  • Methods of Payments
  • Cash
  • Cheques
  • Debit Cards
  • Credit Cards
  • Prepaid Cards
  • Private Label Cards
  • Summary Module 7
  • Assessment Module 7
  • Module 8 - Issuing
  • Card Issuing
  • Global & Regional Card Schemes
  • Card Processing - Institutional Roles
  • Summary Module 8
  • Assessment Module 8
  • Module 9 - Acquiring
  • Introduction, Overview, Types and Process
  • Forms of Acquiring
  • Card Not Present
  • Challenges, Opportunities & Innovations
  • Card Disputes, Chargebacks, and Refunds
  • Summary Module 9
  • Assessment Module 9
  • Module 10 - Payment APIs
  • Introduction to APIs
  • Payments API's
  • API Integration and Testing
  • Summary Module 10
  • Assessment Module 10
  • Module 11 - Payment Compliance & Security
  • Compliance & EMV
  • PCI-DSS
  • The Evolution of Secure Authentication
  • Tokenisation
  • 3D Secure
  • Cloud Token Framework
  • Summary Module 11
  • Assessment Module 11
  • Module 12 - Payment Channels
  • Payment Channels - Mechanism
  • POS Evolution and Outlook
  • Payment Channels - ATMs
  • ATM Characteristics & Key Trends
  • How ATMs work
  • Summary Module 12
  • Assessment Module 12
  • Module 13 - Fees, Costs and Charges
  • Fees, Costs & Charges
  • Interchange Fees
  • Party Payment Models
  • Summary Module 13
  • Assessment Module 13
  • Module 14 - Emerging Payments
  • Fintech (R)Evolution
  • Remittance Payments
  • Push Payments
  • An Example of Digitised Remittances
  • Mobile Payments
  • Mobile Money
  • eWallets
  • Mobile Payments Replacing Cash
  • Buy Now, Pay Later
  • e-Commerce Types & Examples
  • e-Commerce Framework & Opportunities
  • Understanding Online Payments
  • Digital vs Neobanks
  • Open Banking vs Open Finance vs Embedded Finance
  • AI in Payments
  • Enabling the New Payments Ecosystems
  • Global Trends Shaping Payments
  • Summary Module 14
  • Assessment Module 14
  • Module 15 - Digital Money
  • Blockchain
  • Block Chain and Payment Systems
  • Digital Currencies
  • Virtual Currencies
  • Crypto Currencies
  • Bitcoin vs Banks
  • Central Bank Digital Currencies
  • Virtual vs Digital vs Crypto vs CBDC Currencies
  • Summary Module 15
  • Assessment Module 15
  • Course Evaluation & Reference List
  • Course Evaluation
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever