Certified Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS)

The Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS) is a professional qualification that is recognized worldwide as a benchmark of competence for international practitioners. It enables documentary credit practitioners to demonstrate practical knowledge and understanding of the complex issues associated with documentary credit practice. CDCS was developed in partnership by ifs University College and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). This qualification has been designed in consultation with industry experts, who continually evaluate the qualification to ensure that it reflects current best practice.

Job Roles

Letter of Credit Officer, Letter of Credit Supervisor, Trade Finance Manager

Pre-requestes

There are no specified entry requirements. However, individuals need to be satisfied of their ability to study in English at Level 4.

Advancement

Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees (CSDG®), Certificate in International Trade and Finance (CITF®)

Validity

3 years

Fees

Examination Registration Fee: £490.00* International Booking Fee: £55.00 Examination Resit Fee:£305.00 Resit international Booking Fee: £22.00 Examination Deferral Fee: £120.00