CERTIFIED MICROFINANCE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME

Class Description

OBJECTIVE:

This programme enables practitioners to acquire skills that enhance professionalism, business ethics, and conduct while engaging in microfinance activities.

TARGET GROUP
This programme specifically designed for practitioners in microfinance operations, owners of micro-finance-Tier II, Accountants, Auditors, ICT personnel, Auctioneers, and Consultants.

CONTENTS OF THE PROGRAMME
i. Overview of Microfinance Business and Its Evolution
ii. Legal and Regulatory Framework for Microfinance in Tanzania
iii. Microfinance Lending Practices
iv. Microfinance Risk Management
v. Products and Services in Microfinance
vi. Business Ethics and Customer Relationships in Microfinance
vii. Microfinance Leadership and Governance
viii. Financial and Social Performance Management

FEES:
The fee for each participant is TZS 1.0 million or USD 1000 for non-residents, covering tuition, course materials, lunch, and mid-session refreshments. Participants will be responsible for their travel costs and upkeep. Please make the payment of your fees using the following channel:

1. Local Participants from Commercial Banks
   Bank Transfer through TISS Transferee Bank: Bank of Tanzania
   Account Number: 9944713006
   Account Name: Course Fees
   SWIFT CODE: TANZTZTXXXX

2. Local Participants from Government Agencies
   Transferee Bank: Bank of Tanzania
   Account Number: 9924191003
   Account Name: Bank draft Issued
   SWIFT CODE: TANZTZTXXXX
3. Foreign Participant Account Details
   Bank Name: Citibank
   Bank Swift Code: CITIUS33
   Account Holder: Bank of Tanzania
   Account Number: 36113007

MODE OF APPLICATION
Send a letter, e-mail, or phone the Academy through any of the mentioned contacts below. The course will accommodate 25 participants, and the first come, first served principle will apply. Applications should reach us at least two (2) working days before the commencement of the course.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Principal,
Bank of Tanzania Academy,
P.O. Box 131, Capri-Point,
MWANZA
+255 (0) 28 2 500 982/709/983 +255 (0) 28 2 503 380
Email: academy@bot.go.tz