Online Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) Training
LIBF-aligned online CITR training with live virtual classes, recordings and exam-style practice so you can prepare for the Certificate in International Trade Risk from anywhere in the world.
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Course Overview
What is the Online Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR)?
The Online Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) training from EduDelphi prepares you for LIBF’s specialist qualification focused on identifying, analysing and mitigating risk in international trade finance.
By the end of this course, you will be able to
- Read and interpret trade risk across buyers, sellers, banks, carriers and intermediaries in real transactions.
- Prepare confidently for and pass the LIBF Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) exam with structured guidance.
- Apply a defensible, framework-based approach to international trade risk that strengthens your CV for global roles.
Course Snapshot
- Mode: Live Interactive Online with recordings and self-paced access
- Level: Intermediate to Advanced trade risk
- Ideal for: Trade finance, transaction banking, credit, risk, operations and compliance professionals
- Certification: Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) from The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF)
Upcoming Batches
Why take this course
What Global Career Opportunities Await After CITR?
This online CITR training connects LIBF exam success with real-world international trade risk decision-making and career progression.
Career impact
Move into trade risk and transaction banking
Show employers you can see and manage risk across complex cross-border trade structures.
- Qualify for roles like Trade Finance Officer, Trade Risk Analyst and Relationship Manager for trade-heavy clients.
- Strengthen your profile for internal moves into higher-trust trade and working capital roles.
- Leverage a globally recognized LIBF certificate when applying across regions.
Practical learning
Risk frameworks, not just product theory
Learn to analyse transactions using structured risk ladders, mitigation options and case-based scenarios.
- Unit-wise coverage of international trade risk and mitigation aligned to LIBF CITR.
- Scenario-based drills on settlement methods, fraud risk, sanctions and TBML red flags.
- Topic-wise MCQs, timed mock tests and feedback on your reasoning.
Support
Built for busy working professionals
Balance a demanding job with a structured, exam-focused learning plan and lifetime skills.
- 50+ hours of live virtual classes scheduled for global time zones.
- Access to recordings, LMS materials and practice questions for flexible revision.
- Guidance on LIBF registration, exam timelines and study strategy.
Conceptual frameworks
Risk Frameworks & Trade Structures You Will Work With
Build fluency with the core instruments, structures and risk concepts that underpin the CITR exam and real trade finance work.
The focus is on LIBF CITR-aligned frameworks for trade risk assessment, distribution and mitigation rather than software tools.
Is this for you?
Is this Online CITR Program Right for You?
This online CITR training is ideal if your work touches international trade, trade finance or cross-border risk in any form.
- Trade finance or transaction banking professionals seeking stronger risk credibility on trade-backed exposures.
- Credit or risk analysts who review or approve international trade transactions and facilities.
- Relationship managers or corporate bankers managing clients with significant import-export or structured trade flows.
- Trade operations and document-checking specialists who want to move from pure processing to risk-aware decision support.
- Compliance, financial crime or sanctions analysts who need a trade-specific risk framework.
- Governance, control, audit or portfolio management professionals focused on trade portfolios and transaction quality.
- Mid-career bankers or graduates with trade exposure aiming for a globally portable credential.
- Professionals in logistics, shipping, supply chain or finance transitioning into structured trade and transaction banking.
What are the Prerequisites for the Online CITR Certification Training?
The programme is accessible but rigorous, with recommended background rather than strict entry barriers, and should be aligned with the latest LIBF policy.
- Educational background: Ideally a Level 3 trade or banking qualification such as CITF or equivalent knowledge through experience, plus a bachelor’s degree or relevant exposure in banking, finance, trade, logistics or compliance.
- Work experience: 1–2 years’ exposure to trade finance, operations, credit, corporate banking or risk is beneficial but not always mandatory.
- Exam body rules: Final eligibility, registration and exam rules are as per the official guidelines of The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF).
Career outcomes
What Global Career Opportunities Await After CITR?
Use CITR to demonstrate that you can see and manage risk across complex international trade transactions in banks and corporates worldwide.
Typical job roles
- Trade Finance Officer / Trade Finance Specialist
- Trade and Transaction Banking Analyst
- Credit Analyst – Trade & Working Capital
- Trade Risk Manager / Associate
- Relationship Manager – Trade & Supply Chain Clients
- Trade Operations / Documentary Credits Specialist
- Transaction Screening / Trade Compliance Analyst
- Financial Crime / Sanctions Analyst (trade-focused)
- Governance, Controls or Internal Audit roles in trade units
Industries hiring our learners
- International and regional banks with trade and transaction banking units
- Global trading, commodities, oil & gas and manufacturing companies
- Consulting, audit and Big 4 firms with trade, risk and sanctions practices
- Multinational corporates with large import-export and supply chain flows
- Shared service centers, captive units and fintechs supporting trade finance
Salary snapshot
Certified professionals in this domain typically earn the following approximate global ranges in USD:
USD 40,000 – 120,000+ per annum
Varies by region & experience
Indicative ranges: Trade Operations / LC Officer USD 40,000 – 70,000; Trade Finance Analyst USD 50,000 – 85,000; Credit / Risk Analyst (Trade) USD 60,000 – 95,000; Trade Risk Manager or Senior Associate USD 75,000 – 120,000+.
Curriculum
What Topics are Covered in the Online CITR Syllabus?
Comprehensive coverage of Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) topics and exam domains.
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- Overview of international trade flows and settlement methods, including open account, collections, documentary credits, guarantees and supply chain finance.
- Trade risks affecting importers and exporters such as credit and performance risk, country and sovereign risk, FX, price and market risk.
- Documentation, transport and logistics risk in cross-border trade transactions and how they impact settlement certainty.
- Legal, regulatory, operational and reputational risk drivers in international trade finance and how they interact.
- Trade fraud and trade-based financial crime, including common fraud typologies in trade instruments and transaction routing.
- Identification of red flags in documentation, routing, shipment patterns and counterparties linked to TBML and sanctions.
- High-risk versus low-risk profiling: what drives risk classification in trade transactions across clients and counterparties.
- How client, counterparty and country profiles interact to shape overall transaction risk.
- Risk distribution across parties and how risk shifts between buyer, seller and banks under different settlement methods.
- Developing a “risk ladder” mindset to compare open account, collections, LCs, guarantees and other structures.
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- Understanding the relationship between client credit quality and transaction-level risk in trade finance.
- Applying credit assessment principles in a trade context and linking obligor strength with deal structure.
- Evaluating key transaction-level risk drivers, including performance, country, price, FX, market, documentation and transportation.
- Analysing product, sectoral and route-specific risks and their impact on trade exposures.
- Instruments and structures in trade risk management such as documentary credits, collections, guarantees and standby LCs.
- Exploring refinancing and risk participation options that affect risk distribution and capital usage.
- Understanding supply chain finance, receivables structures and how they change risk allocation.
- Security and collateral logic in trade, including control of goods and documents of title.
- Using pledges, liens, warehouse receipts and other mechanisms to create effective control and security.
- Mitigation options and controls: selecting appropriate mitigants for specific risk profiles and structures.
- Designing monitoring, covenants and documentation requirements that support sound trade risk management.
- Building defensible decisions that stand up to audit, credit committees and regulatory scrutiny.
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- Trade scenario risk profiling exercises that apply ITR and TRM concepts to realistic client situations.
- Settlement-method comparison and “risk ladder” cases to internalise risk distribution logic.
- Case-linked question sets that mimic the LIBF CITR exam format and test applied judgment.
- Topic-wise MCQ quizzes to reinforce learning outcomes and identify weak areas early.
- Timed mock tests for each unit that build speed, accuracy and option elimination skills.
- Trainer feedback sessions focused on tightening reasoning, structuring answers and improving exam strategy.
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- Breaking down LIBF CITR learning outcomes into a practical study roadmap.
- Aligning your personal background with the recommended 2–4 month preparation window.
- Mastering risk categories and core concepts before moving to complex case scenarios.
- Learning risk distribution and settlement-method ladders in a repeatable, exam-friendly manner.
- Planning and sequencing full-length mocks, review cycles and revision days.
- Creating a personal pass strategy that balances work, study time and mock performance.
Learning outcomes by module
- Unit 1 builds your understanding of international trade risk categories, fraud, TBML and risk distribution across counterparties.
- Unit 2 focuses on transaction analysis, mitigation structures and documenting decisions that satisfy credit and audit.
- Unit 3 and Unit 4 convert theory into exam-ready practice through scenarios, MCQs, mocks and a structured study plan.
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Get the complete, updated CITR syllabus with unit-wise topics, practice components and exam-aligned weightage.
Hands-on learning
Practice & Projects Embedded in the Online CITR Syllabus
Structured case work, quizzes and mocks help you move from product familiarity to defensible trade risk decisions.
Project 1
Trade scenario risk profiling
Profile end-to-end risk for importer and exporter transactions under different structures.
- Assess country, counterparty, performance and logistics risk in sample deals.
- Recommend appropriate structures and controls based on risk appetite.
Project 2
Settlement-method “risk ladder” cases
Compare open account, collections, LCs and guarantees from a risk-distribution angle.
- Map how risk shifts between buyer, seller and banks across methods.
- Explain your choice of structure in exam-style justifications.
Assessments
MCQs, case-linked questions and mocks
Stay exam-ready with progressive assessments.
- Topic-wise MCQ quizzes with rationales.
- Timed mock exams mirroring LIBF CITR difficulty and format.
Free info session
Join Our Next Live Global CITR Info Session
Meet our trade risk trainers, understand the online CITR roadmap, and get your questions answered live before you enroll.
What you’ll learn in the session
- Is Online Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) Training right for your profile and goals?
- How the live classes, LMS, recordings and practice tests work together.
- CITR exam structure, preparation strategy, pass timelines and career outcomes.
Learning experience
How is the Online CITR Training Delivered?
Study for LIBF’s Certificate in International Trade Risk through flexible online options designed around working professionals.
Mode of training
Live virtual with self-paced support
- 50+ hours of live instructor-led online sessions mapped to the CITR syllabus.
- Join remotely from any country, with recordings if you miss a class.
Course duration
Around 50+ hours over 2–4 months
- Structured to align with typical 2–4 month exam preparation timelines.
- Additional doubt-clearing sessions and ongoing LMS access for revision.
- Study plan aligned to your target LIBF exam window.
Upcoming batches
Choose your global-friendly schedule
- Weekend batches for working professionals.
- Weekday evening batches in select time zones.
- Fast-track options before key exam windows.
Your certification path
How You’ll Become a Certified International Trade Risk Professional
Follow a clear journey from eligibility check to clearing LIBF’s CITR exam and leveraging the credential in your career.
Share your background for a free readiness assessment, clarify prerequisites and choose the right CITR batch.
Join 50+ hours of structured virtual sessions, follow the study plan and work through unit-wise exercises.
Attempt topic-wise quizzes, full-length mocks and receive feedback while registering for the CITR exam with LIBF.
Take the remotely proctored CITR exams, earn your LIBF certificate and position it for global trade and risk roles.
Prefer to learn at your own pace?
Self-Paced Support for Online CITR Preparation
Combine live online teaching with recordings and LMS access so you can revisit complex risk topics whenever needed.
Self-paced support typically includes:
- Topic-wise recorded sessions covering ITR and TRM learning outcomes.
- Access to curated international study materials and trainer notes.
- Practice questions, case-style exercises and mock tests you can attempt on your schedule.
- 24×7 access to the Learning Management System (LMS) from any device.
- Scheduled doubt-clearing opportunities if you need clarification on challenging concepts.
Who this plan is ideal for
- Working professionals with unpredictable schedules who still want a structured exam plan.
- Learners in time zones where live class timings may not always be convenient.
- Self-motivated candidates who like to revise risk concepts multiple times before the exam.
You can combine self-paced access with a shorter live CITR exam bootcamp for last-mile revision and strategy.
Why Edudelphi
Why Professionals Choose EduDelphi for Online CITR Learning
EduDelphi brings together specialist trade risk trainers, flexible delivery and LIBF-aligned content to maximise your chances of clearing CITR.
Expert trainers
Trade risk practitioners
Learn from faculty with 10+ years in trade finance, transaction banking, risk and operations who coach global banking certifications.
Live & interactive
Case-driven sessions
Sessions focus on realistic trade scenarios, fraud typologies and exam-style case questions, not just slide reading.
Smart LMS
Cloud-based e-learning
Access recordings, notes, MCQs, case sets and mock exams in one place from any device.
Flexible schedules
Global batch options
Batches are timed for learners in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific.
Exam & career support
Beyond exam content
Get guidance on LIBF registration steps, exam timelines and how to position CITR on your CV.
Recognised quality
Global training provider
EduDelphi serves learners from multiple regions as an independent training provider for LIBF’s CITR qualification.
Meet your mentors
Learn from Industry Veterans with International Experience
Your CITR preparation is led by trade risk practitioners with deep exposure to international trade finance, risk reviews and global certifications coaching.
Senior Trade Risk Trainer
Trade Finance & Risk, 10+ years exp
Has worked across trade finance, transaction banking and credit committees, handling letters of credit, collections, guarantees and supply chain finance structures while mentoring global banking certification candidates.
Compliance & TBML Specialist
Sanctions & Trade Compliance, 10+ years exp
Brings hands-on experience in sanctions reviews, trade-based money laundering investigations and documentation checks, integrating practical red-flag analysis into CITR exam preparation.
Faculty advantage
Certified & Professional Trainers
Every instructor goes through a rigorous screening process and teaches with one clear goal: helping you build robust trade risk judgment and clear the CITR exam.
- Extensive international trade and risk experience.
- Exam-oriented teaching focused on LIBF CITR outcomes.
- Strong track record of supporting learners to first-time passes.
Learner stories
What Do Learners Say About EduDelphi’s CITR Training?
Hear from professionals who upskilled with us.
“Coming from a trade operations background, I knew documentation but not structured risk analysis. EduDelphi’s CITR classes helped me connect client credit, transaction design and settlement method risk. I passed both units on my first attempt.”
“The biggest value was the case-based drills. The trainer pushed us to justify every choice using evidence from the scenario. That mindset translated directly into the exam and my day-to-day credit memos.”
“I wanted a credential that works globally. The online schedule fit my US working hours, and recordings meant I never missed a session. The structured pass plan kept me accountable.”
Exam & certification
How is the CITR Certification Exam Conducted?
Understand LIBF’s Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) exam structure, delivery and recognition before you schedule your attempt.
Exam pattern
- Exam type: Computer-based online assessment delivered via LIBF’s digital platform.
- Number of units: 2 unit exams covering International Trade Risk (ITR) and Trade Risk Analysis and Mitigation (TRM).
- Duration: 1 hour per unit with 50 marks each.
- Question types: Mix of standalone multiple-choice questions and case studies with linked MCQs testing applied judgment.
- Passing score: Typically 70% per unit, as per the latest LIBF guidance.
Exam windows & delivery
- Delivery: Online with secure remote proctoring so you can sit the exams from home or office where allowed.
- Global access: Available from most countries subject to LIBF rules and system requirements.
- Scheduling: Flexible exam windows, with candidates choosing dates within LIBF timelines.
- Registration: You register directly with LIBF following their published procedures and deadlines.
Certification & recognition
Upon successfully clearing both unit exams, you will be awarded the Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) from The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF).
- Issued by: The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF), a UK-based professional body.
- Recognised in: Global banking and trade finance communities, particularly in transaction banking, trade, risk and operations teams.
- Mode-neutral: The qualification holds the same value whether you study online or in person.
Please refer to the official LIBF website for the latest CITR exam structure, fees, policies and any updates.
Fees & inclusions
What is the Investment for this Certification?
Transparent pricing for Global learners.
What your fee includes
- Complete Online Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) training via live virtual classes and recordings.
- Trainer-curated study material aligned to the official LIBF CITR syllabus.
- Access to EduDelphi’s LMS, including session recordings, notes and practice questions.
- Topic-wise MCQs, case-style practice sets and timed mock exams.
- Doubt support, study planning assistance and basic career counselling related to trade risk roles.
Instalment options available in USD
Get a personalised fee breakup
Fees vary by batch, promotions and whether LIBF exam fees are handled separately, so we share a tailored USD fee quote based on your region and preferences.
Our team will explain the current course fee range in USD, instalment options and how LIBF CITR exam fees are handled.
Compare your options
Why Choose EduDelphi for Online CITR Learning?
See how EduDelphi’s online CITR training compares with generic recorded courses and traditional degrees.
| Criteria | This Course Online CITR Training |
Alternative 1 Generic Recorded Courses / Dumps |
Alternative 2 Traditional University Degrees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | LIBF CITR exam-aligned trade risk analysis, distribution and mitigation. | Broad or outdated trade content with little link to CITR exam pattern. | Wide academic coverage with limited specialist trade risk focus. |
| Best suited for | Working professionals in trade finance, transaction banking, risk and operations. | Self-learners seeking low-cost content without certification goals. | Students aiming for general business or finance careers. |
| Exam structure | Built around LIBF’s two-unit online CITR exams with MCQs and case-linked questions. | Usually not mapped to any official exam or assessment body. | Semester or year-end university exams, not CITR-specific. |
| Time to complete | Short-cycle, typically 2–4 months of focused preparation. | Self-paced with no structured timeline or accountability. | 1–3 years depending on the degree programme. |
| Career outcomes | Strong fit for trade finance, transaction banking and trade risk roles. | Unclear employer recognition and limited signalling value. | Broad exposure useful for general roles but not branded as trade risk expertise. |
Use this comparison to decide if you need a focused, exam-aligned trade risk credential alongside or instead of broader qualifications.
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What you’ll receive
- Full online CITR course syllabus mapped to LIBF units.
- Detailed fee breakup in USD with any instalment options.
- Batch options matched to your time zone and work schedule.
- High-level guidance on LIBF CITR exam registration steps.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Online CITR Training
Common questions about Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR).
1) What is the Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR)?
The Certificate in International Trade Risk (CITR) is a professional qualification from The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) that focuses on understanding and managing risk in international trade transactions, including counterparty, country, documentation, logistics, market, FX and compliance risks.
2) How does EduDelphi’s online course help me pass the CITR exam?
EduDelphi structures CITR training unit-by-unit, following the official syllabus. You get live virtual classes, detailed notes, topic-wise MCQs, case-linked question sets and full mock exams so you build both conceptual mastery and exam technique.
3) Is the CITR training completely online?
Yes, the programme is fully online. Training is delivered through live interactive classes supported by recorded sessions and self-paced materials, so you can join from any country with a stable internet connection.
4) Will the online CITR training be suitable for my time zone?
EduDelphi schedules batches across multiple time zones to support learners in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia-Pacific, and recordings plus trainer Q&A support help you stay on track if a session time is inconvenient.
5) Do I need prior trade finance experience to start CITR?
Prior trade finance experience is helpful but not always mandatory. If you understand basic banking or corporate finance concepts and are willing to learn trade terminology and documentation flows, you can progress with guided support, and a free readiness assessment is available.
6) Is CITR recognized internationally?
Yes, CITR is issued by LIBF, an established UK-based professional body, and is known among global banks and trade practitioners, especially within transaction banking, trade finance, risk and operations teams.
7) How long does it take to prepare for the CITR exam?
Most working professionals complete their preparation in around 2–4 months depending on schedule and prior exposure, and the structured 50-hour live online programme is designed around this realistic timeline.
8) How are the CITR exams structured?
The CITR qualification has two unit exams, each typically 1 hour in duration, 50 marks, with a pass mark of 70 percent and a mix of standalone MCQs and case-linked questions that test applied judgment rather than simple definitions.
9) How are the CITR exams conducted online?
LIBF delivers CITR exams via a secure online platform with remote proctoring, allowing you to sit the exam from home or office on an approved device with webcam and microphone, following their rules on environment, identification and system checks.
10) What device and internet requirements do I need for this online course?
You should have a laptop or desktop or modern tablet, a stable broadband internet connection, a microphone and speakers or headset, and a quiet environment for live classes and mock tests, which generally matches LIBF’s remote exam requirements.
11) Is the online CITR training self-paced or live?
It is a blend of both, with core teaching delivered through live virtual sessions where you can interact with trainers and peers, plus access to recordings, notes, practice questions and mock tests for self-paced revision.
12) What kind of study materials will I receive?
You typically receive trainer-curated notes aligned to CITR learning outcomes, topic-wise MCQs and case-style questions, mock exams with answer keys and rationales, and a structured study plan and exam checklist, alongside official LIBF resources once you register.
13) Does EduDelphi register me for the CITR exam?
You remain a LIBF candidate and registration is ultimately through LIBF, while EduDelphi provides step-by-step guidance on how to register, when to apply and how to choose your exam window, with some packages potentially offering additional exam support.
14) How much does the online CITR training cost in USD?
Fees vary by batch, inclusions and promotions; EduDelphi offers affordable international pricing in USD with options for instalments in many regions, and you can use the enquiry form to receive the latest fee sheet and any regional pricing adjustments, noting that LIBF exam fees are separate unless explicitly bundled.
15) Is my CITR certification valid if I study and sit the exam online?
Yes, the mode of study does not affect the qualification; your certificate is issued by LIBF and is equally valid whether you prepared online or through other means.
16) How does CITR compare with other trade certifications like CITF?
CITF focuses on trade products, processes and documentation at a foundational level, while CITR goes deeper into risk analysis, distribution and mitigation across those products and processes, and many professionals take CITF first then pursue CITR to move into more senior risk and decision-making roles.
17) Can CITR help me move into international roles or different countries?
CITR does not guarantee relocation, but it provides a globally recognized, trade-specific risk qualification that can strengthen your profile when applying to international banks or global shared service centers alongside relevant experience and strong performance.
18) What support do I get if I struggle with certain topics or mock tests?
You can ask questions during live online sessions, submit doubts via the LMS or email for trainer clarification, receive feedback on mock exam performance and request additional practice on topics where you need more confidence.
19) When do new CITR online batches start?
New online CITR batches start regularly throughout the year with schedules optimised for multiple regions, and you can use the enquiry form to request upcoming batch dates, time-zone options and enrolment deadlines.
20) How do I enroll in EduDelphi’s online CITR training?
Submit the enquiry or eligibility form on this page so that a programme advisor can review your background, confirm your starting point and share the syllabus, USD fee structure, batch schedule and simple enrolment steps.
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