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Exercises & Assessments

Five hands-on exercises that turn the modules into working deliverables, followed by the four ways the course checks what you have learned: a knowledge check, a case study, a group project and a final individual assessment.

Part 1 of 2

Hands-on Exercises

Exercise 01 / 5

Requirements Gathering Workshop

Objective

Conduct a requirements gathering workshop for a Treasury Management System implementation, focusing on cash management and payment processing modules.

Workshop Setup
  • Participant rolesTreasury team members, IT representatives, project manager, vendor representative
  • Duration3-hour facilitated session
  • MaterialsProcess templates, requirement matrix, prioritization framework
Workshop Agenda
  1. 01Current process review45 minutes
    • · Document current cash management process
    • · Identify pain points and challenges
    • · Map current payment workflow
    • · Note manual processes and bottlenecks
  2. 02Future state visioning45 minutes
    • · Define ideal process flow
    • · Identify automation opportunities
    • · Develop integration requirements
    • · Consider control enhancements
  3. 03Requirement definition60 minutes
    • · Functional requirements documentation
    • · Technical requirements mapping
    • · Integration point identification
    • · Reporting needs definition
    • · Control requirements specification
  4. 04Prioritization and next steps30 minutes
    • · Requirement prioritization (must-have vs. nice-to-have)
    • · Dependency mapping
    • · Action item assignment
    • · Timeline development
    • · Documentation approach
Deliverables
✓Current state process documentation✓Future state vision✓Prioritized requirements matrix✓Integration requirements✓Reporting needs✓Control requirements✓Action item list with owners
Facilitation Guidelines
  • · Ensure all voices are heard
  • · Focus on requirements, not solutions
  • · Document decisions and rationales
  • · Identify areas of consensus and disagreement
  • · Manage scope creep
  • · Prioritize based on business impact
  • · Document assumptions clearly
  • · Identify risks and constraints
  • · Focus on measurable outcomes
  • · Connect requirements to business objectives
Exercise 02 / 5

Vendor Evaluation Scorecard Development

Objective

Develop a comprehensive vendor evaluation scorecard for Treasury Management System selection.

Exercise Components
  1. 01Evaluation category development
    • · Functional capabilities
    • · Technical architecture
    • · Integration capabilities
    • · Implementation approach
    • · Support model
    • · Vendor stability
    • · Cost structure
    • · User experience
    • · Security and controls
    • · Future roadmap
  2. 02Criteria definition for each category
    • · Functional capabilities (4-6 criteria per function)
    • · Technical architecture (4-5 criteria)
    • · Integration capabilities (4-5 criteria)
    • · Implementation approach (4-5 criteria)
    • · Support model (4-5 criteria)
    • · Vendor stability (3-4 criteria)
    • · Cost structure (4-5 criteria)
    • · User experience (3-4 criteria)
    • · Security and controls (4-5 criteria)
    • · Future roadmap (3-4 criteria)
  3. 03Scoring methodology
    • · Scale definition (1-5 or 1-10)
    • · Weighting approach
    • · Threshold requirements identification
    • · Calculation methodology
    • · Visualization approach
  4. 04Evaluation process
    • · RFP response scoring
    • · Demonstration evaluation
    • · Reference check integration
    • · Site visit assessment
    • · Proof of concept evaluation
    • · Final scoring approach
    • · Decision methodology
Deliverables
✓Complete evaluation scorecard with criteria✓Weighting methodology✓Scoring guidelines✓Evaluation process documentation✓Decision framework✓Presentation template
Application Exercise
  • · Apply scorecard to sample vendor information
  • · Test calculation methodology
  • · Refine based on application results
  • · Document lessons learned
  • · Develop final version of scorecard
Exercise 03 / 5

System Integration Mapping Exercise

Objective

Map integration points and data flows between a Treasury Management System and related systems.

Exercise Components
  1. 01System inventory development
    • · Treasury Management System
    • · ERP system(s)
    • · Banking platforms
    • · Trading systems
    • · Risk management solutions
    • · Market data providers
    • · Payment systems
    • · Reconciliation tools
    • · Forecasting systems
    • · Reporting and analytics platforms
  2. 02Integration point identification
    • · System-to-system connections
    • · Data flow direction (one-way vs. bi-directional)
    • · Frequency requirements
    • · Transformation needs
    • · Volume considerations
    • · Criticality assessment
    • · Security requirements
    • · Error handling needs
  3. 03Data mapping
    • · Master data elements
    • · Transaction data
    • · Reference data
    • · Configuration data
    • · Control data
    • · Reporting data
  4. 04Integration method assessment
    • · API capabilities
    • · File-based options
    • · Middleware requirements
    • · Direct connections
    • · Real-time vs. batch
    • · Push vs. pull methodology
Deliverables
✓System integration map (visual)✓Data flow documentation✓Integration method recommendations✓Security requirements✓Master data strategy✓Implementation sequencing✓Testing approach✓Monitoring requirements
Application Exercise
  1. 01Apply mapping to a specific use case
    • · Cash positioning integration
    • · Payment flow integration
    • · Risk data integration
    • · Accounting integration
  2. 02Document dependencies and critical path
  3. 03Identify potential challenges
  4. 04Develop risk mitigation strategies
Exercise 04 / 5

Technology Roadmap Creation

Objective

Develop a treasury technology roadmap to guide system and process transformation over a 3-year horizon.

Exercise Components
  1. 01Current state assessment
    • · Technology inventory
    • · Capability maturity evaluation
    • · Pain point identification
    • · Process efficiency assessment
    • · Integration landscape mapping
    • · Control effectiveness evaluation
    • · User experience assessment
  2. 02Future state vision
    • · Target operating model
    • · Technology architecture
    • · Process capabilities
    • · Integration framework
    • · Control environment
    • · User experience vision
    • · Automation objectives
    • · Analytics capabilities
  3. 03Gap analysis
    • · Capability gaps
    • · Technology limitations
    • · Process inefficiencies
    • · Control weaknesses
    • · Integration gaps
    • · Reporting deficiencies
    • · Resource constraints
    • · Skill set limitations
  4. 04Initiative development
    • · Project identification
    • · Scope definition
    • · Dependency mapping
    • · Resource requirements
    • · Budget estimation
    • · Timeline development
    • · Risk assessment
    • · Value proposition articulation
  5. 05Prioritization and sequencing
    • · Strategic impact assessment
    • · Value vs. effort evaluation
    • · Dependency analysis
    • · Risk assessment
    • · Resource capacity consideration
    • · Quick win identification
    • · Foundation vs. enhancement distinction
    • · Regulatory driver impact
    • · Business cycle alignment
    • · Change capacity assessment
Deliverables
✓Current state assessment summary✓Future state vision statement✓Capability gap analysis✓Initiative portfolio✓Prioritized roadmap✓Timeline visualization✓Resource requirements✓Budget projections✓Governance framework✓Success measurement approach
Application Exercise
  1. 01Develop a roadmap for a specific scenario:
    • · Global treasury centralization
    • · Regional treasury expansion
    • · Post-merger integration
    • · Technology platform consolidation
  2. 02Present and defend roadmap recommendations
  3. 03Incorporate feedback
  4. 04Finalize documentation
Exercise 05 / 5

Cybersecurity Assessment

Objective

Conduct a treasury-focused cybersecurity assessment to identify risks and control enhancement opportunities.

Exercise Components
  1. 01Threat landscape assessment
    • · Payment fraud threats
    • · Account takeover risks
    • · Social engineering vulnerabilities
    • · System compromise threats
    • · Mobile device risks
    • · Third-party/vendor risks
    • · Insider threat potential
    • · Data breach scenarios
    • · Emerging threat evaluation
  2. 02Control environment assessment
    • · Access control evaluation
    • · Authentication mechanisms
    • · Authorization frameworks
    • · Data protection measures
    • · Network security controls
    • · Endpoint protection
    • · Mobile security
    • · Third-party management
    • · Incident response capabilities
    • · Recovery preparedness
  3. 03Gap analysis
    • · Control deficiencies
    • · Policy limitations
    • · Procedural weaknesses
    • · Technology limitations
    • · Resource constraints
    • · Skill set limitations
    • · Awareness gaps
    • · Monitoring deficiencies
    • · Integration weaknesses
    • · Recovery limitations
  4. 04Remediation planning
    • · Control enhancement prioritization
    • · Quick win identification
    • · Resource requirement definition
    • · Timeline development
    • · Budget estimation
    • · Implementation approach
    • · Success measurement
    • · Ongoing monitoring
    • · Improvement cycle design
Deliverables
✓Threat assessment summary✓Control evaluation matrix✓Risk register✓Gap analysis✓Remediation roadmap✓Resource requirements✓Budget projections✓Implementation timeline✓Measurement framework✓Governance approach
Application Exercise
  1. 01Apply assessment to a specific scenario:
    • · Payment process security
    • · Banking access security
    • · Mobile treasury security
    • · Cloud treasury security
  2. 02Document findings and recommendations
  3. 03Develop prioritized remediation plan
  4. 04Present key risk areas and mitigation strategy
Part 2 of 2

Assessment Methods

Assessment 01 / 4

Multiple-choice Knowledge Check

Format
  • · 50 multiple-choice questions
  • · Four options per question
  • · Time limit: 90 minutes
  • · Passing score: 70%
Topic Distribution
  • Treasury Technology Landscape10
  • Treasury Management Systems10
  • Data Integration and Management10
  • Automation and Emerging Technologies10
  • Cybersecurity and Controls5
  • Implementation and Optimization5
Sample Questions
  1. Q1Which of the following is NOT a typical deployment model for Treasury Management Systems?
    • a)On-premises
    • b)Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
    • c)Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS)
    • d)Hybrid cloud
    Show answer
    c)Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS)

    PaaS is a platform for building and running your own applications, not a way a TMS is delivered. TMS deployment models are on-premises, SaaS/cloud and hybrid.

  2. Q2When implementing a cash forecasting solution, which data source typically presents the greatest integration challenge?
    • a)ERP accounts receivable data
    • b)Bank statement information
    • c)Non-integrated subsidiary projections
    • d)Historical cash flow patterns
    Show answer
    c)Non-integrated subsidiary projections

    Subsidiary projections held outside the core systems arrive in different formats, timings and quality, so they are the hardest to collect and standardize.

  3. Q3Which of the following is considered a best practice for treasury system security?
    • a)Single-factor authentication for convenience
    • b)Shared administrator accounts for backup purposes
    • c)Multi-factor authentication for payment approvals
    • d)Direct database access for report creation
    Show answer
    c)Multi-factor authentication for payment approvals

    Multi-factor authentication on payment approvals is a core treasury control. The other options weaken security or segregation of duties.

  4. Q4In the context of treasury technology, what does API stand for?
    • a)Automated Payment Interface
    • b)Application Programming Interface
    • c)Approved Process Integration
    • d)Alternative Payment Instrument
    Show answer
    b)Application Programming Interface

    An Application Programming Interface lets systems such as the TMS, ERP and bank platforms exchange data directly.

  5. Q5Which of the following is NOT a common module in a Treasury Management System?
    • a)Cash management
    • b)Customer relationship management
    • c)Risk management
    • d)In-house banking
    Show answer
    b)Customer relationship management

    Customer relationship management belongs to sales and marketing systems. Cash management, risk management and in-house banking are standard TMS modules.

Assessment 02 / 4

Case Study Analysis

Format
  • · Detailed treasury technology case scenario
  • · Set of analytical questions
  • · Written response format
  • · Time allocation: 3 hours
  • · Individual or group submission
Case Study Components
  • · Organizational background
  • · Current treasury organization
  • · Technology landscape
  • · Business challenges
  • · Project objectives
  • · Stakeholder concerns
  • · Budget constraints
  • · Timeline considerations
  • · Risk factors
  • · Success criteria
Analysis Requirements
  1. 01Situation assessment
    • · Current state evaluation
    • · Pain point identification
    • · Root cause analysis
    • · Opportunity identification
    • · Constraint recognition
  2. 02Solution recommendation
    • · Technology approach
    • · Implementation strategy
    • · Resource requirements
    • · Timeline development
    • · Risk mitigation
    • · Change management approach
    • · Success measurement
  3. 03Business case development
    • · Cost projection
    • · Benefit identification
    • · ROI calculation
    • · Funding approach
    • · Value proposition
    • · Alternative consideration
  4. 04Implementation planning
    • · Phase definition
    • · Resource allocation
    • · Governance structure
    • · Risk management
    • · Quality assurance
    • · Communication strategy
    • · Training approach
Evaluation Criteria
Analytical approachSolution viabilityStrategic alignmentTechnical accuracyImplementation practicalityBusiness case soundnessRisk assessment qualityCommunication effectivenessOverall recommendation quality
Assessment 03 / 4

Group Project: Treasury Technology Transformation Plan

Objective

Develop a comprehensive treasury technology transformation plan for a case organization.

Team Structure
  1. 014-5 participants per team
  2. 02Assigned roles:
    • · Project Manager
    • · Treasury SME
    • · Technology Architect
    • · Change Management Lead
    • · Financial Analyst
Project Components
  1. 01Current state assessment
    • · Treasury process analysis
    • · Technology inventory
    • · Pain point identification
    • · Opportunity recognition
    • · Risk assessment
    • · Stakeholder analysis
  2. 02Future state design
    • · Target operating model
    • · Technology architecture
    • · Process transformation
    • · Control enhancement
    • · Integration framework
    • · Reporting and analytics vision
  3. 03Gap analysis and roadmap
    • · Capability gap identification
    • · Technology requirement definition
    • · Initiative development
    • · Prioritization framework
    • · Roadmap creation
    • · Resource planning
    • · Budget development
  4. 04Implementation strategy
    • · Phasing approach
    • · Governance framework
    • · Resource allocation
    • · Risk management
    • · Change management
    • · Training strategy
    • · Communication plan
    • · Success measurement
  5. 05Business case
    • · Cost projection
    • · Benefit identification
    • · ROI calculation
    • · Funding approach
    • · Financial analysis
    • · Alternative scenarios
Deliverables
✓Written transformation plan (25-30 pages)✓Executive presentation (15-20 slides)✓Roadmap visualization✓Financial analysis spreadsheet✓Resource planning document✓Risk register
Presentation Requirements
  • · 30-minute presentation
  • · All team members participate
  • · Executive-level messaging
  • · Visual aids
  • · Q&A session
Evaluation Criteria
Analytical thoroughnessSolution viabilityStrategic alignmentTechnical accuracyImplementation practicalityBusiness case soundnessPresentation effectivenessTeamwork demonstrationResponse to questionsDocumentation quality
Assessment 04 / 4

Final Assessment: System Selection and Implementation Strategy

Assessment Format
  • · Individual project
  • · Written report (15-20 pages)
  • · Implementation plan presentation
  • · Time allocation: 2 weeks
Project Scenario

Participants are provided with a detailed organizational scenario including:

Company backgroundTreasury organization structureCurrent technology landscapeBusiness challengesStrategic objectivesBudget parametersTimeline considerationsStakeholder informationConstraint details
Assessment Requirements
  1. 01Requirements definition
    • · Business requirements documentation
    • · Technical requirements specification
    • · Integration requirements
    • · Control requirements
    • · Reporting needs
    • · User experience expectations
    • · Support model requirements
  2. 02Vendor evaluation and selection
    • · Vendor research
    • · Evaluation criteria development
    • · RFP development approach
    • · Evaluation methodology
    • · Selection recommendation
    • · Contract considerations
  3. 03Implementation strategy
    • · Implementation approach
    • · Resource planning
    • · Timeline development
    • · Budget allocation
    • · Risk management
    • · Change management
    • · Training approach
    • · Testing strategy
    • · Cutover planning
  4. 04Value delivery and optimization
    • · Benefit realization approach
    • · Performance measurement
    • · Continuous improvement framework
    • · Governance structure
    • · Support model
    • · Knowledge transfer
    • · Post-implementation optimization
Deliverables
✓System selection recommendation✓Implementation strategy document✓Resource plan✓Budget projection✓Project timeline✓Risk management plan✓Change management approach✓Testing strategy✓Cutover plan✓Optimization roadmap
Evaluation Criteria
Requirements qualitySelection methodology soundnessImplementation approach viabilityResource planning appropriatenessTimeline realismRisk management effectivenessChange management comprehensivenessTesting strategy thoroughnessCutover planning practicalityOptimization approach quality

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