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EBA Academy payments training - development and certification for payments professionals
What is the EBA Academy "Payments from A to Z" training?
The EBA Academy payments training programme is a four-day, in-person professional course organised by the Euro Banking Association (EBA) to provide banking and finance professionals with a comprehensive, up-to-date understanding of the European and global payments landscape.
Developed in collaboration with experts from a diverse range of financial institutions and payments organisations, the EBA Academy combines technical depth with real-world application. Participants gain clarity on how European payment infrastructures operate, how global payment flows are evolving, and how innovation and regulation are reshaping transaction banking.
What does the EBA Academy payments training cover?
The EBA Academy payments training consists of four modules spanning four days. This is the content of each module:
Each module consists of eight hours of training and spans one day. For this training, participants will receive 30 credits according to the EBA's training path to becoming a Payments Expert.
By the end of the programme, attendees will have strengthened their professional payments expertise, expanded their cross-sector understanding, and enhanced their ability to respond to change across the financial services industry.
Daily schedule:
- Monday, 10-18 CET: Module 1 - European Payments
- Tuesday, 9-17 CET: Module 2 - Cross-Border Payments
- Wednesday, 9-17 CET: Module 3 - Cards and Alternative Payment Methods
- Thursday, 9-17 CET: Module 4 - Trends and New Entrants in Payments
Who is the EBA Academy for?
Who should attend the EBA Academy payments training?
The EBA Academy payments training is designed for professionals working in, or closely with, the payments industry across banks, financial institutions, fintech companies, consultancies, and corporate treasury functions. No prior payments expertise is required to join the general training programme - the curriculum is built to be accessible to those new to payments as well as valuable for experienced practitioners seeking a structured, up-to-date overview.
For those wishing to pursue the Accredited Payments Expert certification, a minimum of three years of demonstrable experience in payments products or operations is required before taking the certification examination.
How much does the EBA Academy payments training cost?
Price for all four modules:
- EBA Members: EUR 2,500.
- Non-members: EUR 2,950.
The price includes all seminar activities, learning materials, and meals/refreshments during the breaks.
For delegates with payments systems experience, the certification “Accredited Payments Expert” can be obtained after successful completion of all modules, including group assignments, and a multiple-choice test (all for a fee of EUR 600).
Upcoming courses
EBA Academy payments training - 2026 course dates
The EBA Academy payments training is delivered in-person at multiple European locations throughout the year. Each cohort is limited to a maximum of 22 participants to ensure a high-quality, interactive learning experience.
The following sessions are available in 2026:
| Location | Dates | Status | Action |
| Frankfurt, Germany | 27–30 April 2026 | Open | Register |
| Brussels, Belgium | 7–10 September 2026 | Open | Register |
| Paris, France | 12–15 October 2026 | Open | Register |
| Frankfurt, Germany | 2–5 November 2026 | Open | Register |
In case you are interested in our training program, but the planned dates do not suit you, kindly let us know. You can also contact us if you wish to hold our training in-house in your institution, or in your region. Your registration on the interest list is free of charge and without any obligation.
The EBA also offers two advanced one-day training modules to complement the EBA Academy and to deepen the understanding of important, specific areas of the European payments landscape: "Liquidity and cash management" and "tokenisation of money and digital assets".
FAQ and practical information
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