Private Training

WHY YOU NEED PAYMENT AND BANKING TRAINING

Making decisions related to payments and banking requires specialised knowledge.
But the ones who handle these tasks are not adequately trained to do so. 
Financial education excludes even the basics - risk, UX, data security, alternative payment methods, technology, integration, compliance and much more.
Our Courses are EU-certified and cover all aspects of payments and banking, from the history of banks and compliance to the latest innovations in FinTech. This knowledge is essential for making informed decisions about international money transfers and selecting the right providers.
The Institute also developed the Soltesz Payment Framework, which has helped over a thousand companies to optimise their payment flows while reducing risk, fees and cash flow bottlenecks. 
Payment and banking impact every part of the operation and establishing a comprehensive strategy is crucial for success.
This training builds a clear understanding of how banks think and how money moves securely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

Who This Training Is For

This private training is designed for professionals working with payments, banking infrastructure, compliance, and financial operations.
Typical participants include:
  • CFOs and Finance Directors
  • Heads of Payments and Payment Operations
  • Compliance and Risk Leaders
  • Fintech Founders and Executives
  • Product Managers working with financial infrastructure
  • Treasury and Finance Teams
  • Banking and Financial Services Professionals
The training can be tailored for leadership teams, operational teams, or cross-department groups depending on the organisation’s needs.

What Participants Say

Clear and extremely practical training. Our team finally understood how banks evaluate payment structures and risk.
Head of Payments
International Fintech Company
Complex payment topics explained in a structured and practical way that our whole team could understand.
Fintech Founder
Payments Startup

Tailor made

Each programme is uniquely  built for your company. Topics are designed for the exact needs to bring immediate value and results.

CPD/CPE Points

Participants receive recognised CPD/CPE points, supporting the individual professional growth.

Case studies

Real life examples and industry benchmarks turn everyday challenges into clear, practical understanding that can be applied immediately.

MEET YOUR TRAINER:

Viktoria Soltesz

  • Founder of PSP Angels
  • Author of the books “Moving Money - How Banks Think” and The CPayO: The Role Which Doesn’t Exist (But Should)
  • Speaker at international conferences
  • A former lecturer at the University of West London
  • EU-Certified trainer
  • Business Woman of the Year 2023 & 2025
  • Payment Consultant of the Year 2023, 2024 & 2025

With over 20 years of experience, Viktoria focuses on complex cases.

She runs an accounting and tax consulting firm in Cyprus, supporting complex and global corporate setups and founded PSP Angels out of frustration of not having the answers to the most basic online payment questions.

She developed the Soltesz Payment Framework which is used by international companies worldwide.

She also established the Soltesz Institute, which is the leading, independent certification body for the payment and banking industry.

She is a Certified Trainer and used to lecture at the University of West London and is a well known speaker in various industry conferences and summits.

She is also an author, sharing her expertise and advice in the books 'Moving Money - How Banks Think' which was a bestseller and can be purchased on any Amazon marketplace and The CPayO: The Role Which Doesn’t Exist (But Should).

She was Awarded as the Business Woman of the Year 2023 & 2025 and Payment Consultant of the Year 2023, 2024 & 2025.

Example topics

The History of Money
Evolution of money and banking, from barter systems to the development of fiat currencies and digital payments. It sets the foundation for understanding modern financial systems.
How Banks Think
How commercial banks and payment providers operate, assess risk and make profit. Focusing on risk management, compliance requirements and the decision-making processes.
Alternative and Local Payment Methods
New FinTech innovations, local customer behaviours, challenges and opportunities when entering new markets. Assessing risks and establishing trust overseas.
Crypto, Stablecoins and CBDCs
Decentralised systems and blockchain evolutions, benefits and risks with using stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Evaluating compliance challenges, loopholes and regulation of the future of finance. 
Technology 
Connectivity, integration, APIs, data security, artificial intelligence, and automation. How to balance the new FinTech tools with the current systems. 
Payment and Banking Strategy
How to build and maintain a scalable and efficient payment and banking strategy, including cost optimization, risk management, cash flow, timelines, UX, taxes and compliance. 
The Soltesz Payment Framework
The Soltesz Payment Framework is a holistic approach to creating effective banking and payment strategies. Use cases and industry benchmarks for best practices.
 *And much more...