Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to the SWIFT System
• What is SWIFT and what is it used for?
• The role of SWIFT in international financial messaging
• Types of institutions and SWIFT users
• Key concepts: BIC, messages, networks, and security
Module 2: SWIFT Interface and Work Environment
• System access and security considerations
• General navigation of the platform
• Identifying menus, mailboxes, and main functions
• Basic configuration of the user environment
Module 3: SWIFT Messaging – Operational Use
• Most commonly used SWIFT message types (functional view)
• General structure of a SWIFT message
• Drafting and validating messages
• Sending and receiving messages
• Handling common errors and rejections
Module 4: Inquiry, Traceability, and Control
• Tracking message status
• Querying histories and logs
• Operational traceability
• Best practices for control and auditing
Module 5: Best Practices and Closing
• Operational security in the use of SWIFT
• Frequent errors and how to avoid them
• Recommendations for daily system use
• Q&A session
Requirements
Requirements
• Basic knowledge of financial or banking operations
• Prior access to the SWIFT system (an existing user account)
• No programming or development knowledge required
Target Audience
• SWIFT operational users
• Bank back-office staff (functional focus, not technical)
• Operations, payments, foreign trade, or treasury departments
• Financial institutions that use SWIFT messaging in their daily operations
