An Introduction to Supply Chain Finance - Payables Finance

Welcome to the course description for An Introduction to Supply Chain Finance – Payables Finance

Unlock the potential of Payables Finance – a strategic tool to boost liquidity, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive supply chain resilience.

This course explains what Payables Finance is, how it works, and what it takes to implement a successful, scalable program. You’ll explore its key components, legal structure, and benefits for both buyers and suppliers.

Course Details

This Course Includes

2 learning modules
25 minutes video clips
1 final test
Certificate of completion
Downloadable course transcript
Full lifetime access
Access on computer and mobile

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Are you overlooking the strategic value of Payables Finance in your working capital strategy? If so, you may be leaving liquidity, supplier loyalty, and competitive advantage on the table.

Many businesses see Payables Finance as a technical tool – but when implemented right, it becomes a powerful lever for cash flow optimization and supply chain resilience.

In this engaging eLearning course, you’ll learn how Payables Finance works, why it benefits both buyers and suppliers, and what it takes to design and scale a successful program.

From legal structures and fee calculations to onboarding strategies and communication best practices – this course gives you the clarity and confidence to lead with impact.

Whether you’re in finance, procurement, or treasury, this course will equip you to turn Payables Finance into a true win-win.

Learning Objectives

Define Payables Finance and explain how it fits within the broader Supply Chain Finance ecosystem.
Understand how Payables Finance works — including the flow of invoices, early payment, and settlement between suppliers, buyers, funders, and platforms.
Calculate the discount fee and identify the key components: base rate, credit spread, and tenor.
Compare benefits for both buyers and suppliers — across financial and non-financial dimensions.
Explain the legal and operational structure that enables Payables Finance to remain off-balance sheet.
Recognize key success factors — including buyer credit quality, automation, onboarding strategy, and supplier communication.

What Learners Say About The Course Managing Working Capital

I always thought Payables Finance was just a technical finance tool. This course showed me how it actually drives supplier relationships and resilience across the supply chain

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Professional Certification of Completion

Working Capital Hub Certificate of Completion

Working Capital Hub awards learners upon completion of course and final exam with a certificate of completion.

The certificate is personal and linked to your unique email account.

Course Outline

1. Before We Begin

2. Introduction to Payables Finance

3. Capstone Module - Assessment & Evaluation

Unlock the Power of Payables Finance

Enroll today in our accredited online course Introduction to Supply Chain Finance – Payables Finance and gain a clear understanding of how payables finance works, when to use it, and how it can strengthen supplier relationships while improving your company’s liquidity.

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