CDCS

The Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) is a professional certification in trade finance, specifically for documentary credits (letters of credit). It is widely recognized in the banking and trade finance industry as a benchmark for expertise in handling documentary credits.

Key Information About CDCS

• Issued by: The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF)
• Focus: Ensuring professionals have the skills to manage and process letters of credit in line with the latest international rules, such as UCP 600 (Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits) and ISBP (International Standard Banking Practice).
• Eligibility: Open to trade finance professionals, bankers, import/export specialists, and legal/compliance officers.
• Exam Structure: A multiple-choice exam held twice a year (April and October).
• Recognition: Globally respected, particularly in the banking and international trade industries.

CDCS at Homam Academy

Homam Academy recently had a CDCS course, demonstrating its growing impact on trade finance education.