Advanced Debt Restructuring Certification Training

This course equips banking and finance professionals with the practical and strategic skills to handle complex corporate debt challenges in the current global financial environment. Participants learn to identify distressed exposures, evaluate restructuring options, navigate legal frameworks, model cash flows and execute actionable solutions aligned with international best practices.

Module 1: Introduction to Advanced Debt Restructuring

• Overview of corporate debt challenges in 2026
• Global economic context: interest rates, inflation and post-COVID corporate stress
• Types of distressed loans and problem clients



Module 2: Identifying and Assessing Problem Loans

• Early warning signals and risk indicators
• Financial statement analysis and cash flow assessment
• Credit risk rating and probability of default models



Module 3: Financial and Operational Restructuring Techniques

• Debt rescheduling, refinancing and covenant management
• Operational restructuring to improve efficiency and liquidity
• Cash flow sensitivity analysis and scenario planning



Module 4: Legal and Regulatory Considerations

• Domestic vs. international insolvency frameworks
• Bankruptcy, formal workouts and out-of-court restructuring
• Compliance with IFRS/GAAP and central bank regulations



Module 5: Debt Valuation and Negotiation Strategies

• Valuation of distressed debt and creditor claims
• Inter-creditor negotiations and waterfall structures
• Stakeholder management and communication strategies



Module 6: International Practices and Case Studies

• Cross-border restructuring challenges
• Comparative case studies: US, EU, Asia and Middle East practices
• Lessons learned from successful and failed workouts



Module 7: Implementation and Monitoring

• Step-by-step restructuring workflow
• Monitoring post-restructuring performance and compliance
• Continuous improvement and feedback loops

• Banking, finance or corporate credit experience (recommended 3-5 years)
• Basic knowledge of financial statements, credit risk and loan management
• Familiarity with corporate finance and accounting principles

• Relationship Managers, Credit Analysts and Risk Managers
• Corporate Finance Professionals and Restructuring Specialists
• Legal and Compliance Officers handling distressed debt
• Bank Managers, Investment Analysts and Debt Advisors
• Corporate executives responsible for debt strategy and turnaround

• 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course modules
• Passing requirement: at least 15 correct answers
• Two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score
• Certificate issued upon successful completion of the exam

Obtaining the Advanced Debt Restructuring Certification with training provides professionals with both the theoretical understanding and practical skills needed to navigate complex debt challenges and restructuring strategies in today’s financial environment. This structured training goes beyond high‑level concepts by teaching participants how to assess distressed assets, analyse cash flows, evaluate creditor and stakeholder positions, design sustainable restructuring options (e.g., rescheduling, refinancing, debt‑for‑equity swaps), and implement turnaround plans that preserve value. With real‑world case studies and applied methodologies, participants learn risk identification, negotiation techniques, valuation insights and legal/contractual considerations - making them more effective in preventing defaults, managing workouts and supporting organisational recovery.

From a career and financial perspective, earning this certification with guided training can significantly enhance professional credibility, marketability, and earning potential. Expertise in advanced debt restructuring is highly valued in banks, consulting firms, investment banking, corporate finance teams and turnaround advisory practices where debt stress and capital optimisation are constant concerns. Depending on experience and industry, certified professionals - such as Debt Restructuring Analysts, Credit Risk Managers, Turnaround Consultants or Corporate Finance Leads -- can command annual salaries ranging from $85,000 to $130,000, with senior or specialised roles in major institutions exceeding $150,000. By combining a recognised certification with practical training, participants not only validate their ability to handle complex restructuring scenarios but also position themselves for leadership roles that directly impact financial stability and organisational success.

He is a seasoned debt restructuring and financial risk specialist with extensive experience guiding professionals through complex debt workout and restructuring processes. He brings deep expertise in identifying early warning signals, applied restructuring methods, cash flow sensitivity analysis and practical strategies to manage problem loans effectively. His training emphasizes internationally proven practices and real‑world frameworks that empower participants to negotiate with lenders, optimize refinancing options and strengthen financial resilience. Passionate about building advanced financial competencies, he equips learners with the analytical tools and decision‑making skills needed to lead successful restructuring outcomes.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify early warning signals of problem loans and distressed corporate clients.
• Analyze financial statements and cash flows to assess debt sustainability and repayment capacity.
• Apply advanced financial modelling and sensitivity analysis for restructuring scenarios.
• Develop and implement operational and financial restructuring plans for distressed companies.
• Evaluate debt restructuring options, including out-of-court workouts, debt-for-equity swaps and formal insolvency processes.
• Understand cross-border debt restructuring challenges, international insolvency laws and creditor rights.
• Assess the accounting (IFRS/GAAP) and regulatory implications of troubled debt restructurings.
• Apply negotiation strategies with creditors, shareholders, and stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Integrate macroeconomic trends, interest rate movements and geopolitical factors into restructuring decisions.
• Follow a structured step-by-step process for distressed debt analysis, solution design and implementation.