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Comprehensive Insights on Foreign Exchange Risk Management

The General Incorporated Association, Japan Management Association (NOMA), will hold an online seminar titled "Understanding the Fundamentals of Foreign Exchange Risk Management" on November 10, 2025. This seminar aims to address one of the significant challenges faced by companies in international trade: foreign exchange risk. The session will provide practical insights and actionable strategies to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations on business profitability.

Seminar Features

This year's edition introduces a new feature—on-demand viewing. Participants will have the option to revisit the material using chapter formats and fast playback functions, thereby enhancing their learning experience. The seminar is designed to efficiently impart knowledge directly applicable to real-world business scenarios.

Expert Instructor

The seminar will be led by Professor Yoshifumi Kinoshita, a noted educator at Nippon University. Previously a long-time employee of Mitsui Bank, now known as Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, he possesses extensive expertise in the field. Professor Kinoshita will provide in-depth analysis from both banking and corporate perspectives, leveraging his unique experience to enrich the learning experience for participants.

Curriculum Overview

The program will cover a variety of topics critical to understanding and managing foreign exchange risks effectively:

1. Understanding Foreign Exchange: This section will provide foundational knowledge about currency valuation, explaining concepts such as appreciation and depreciation.
- The role of banks in trade transactions
- Definitions and significance of foreign exchange transactions
- Insights on currency metrics like yen value.

2. What is Foreign Exchange Risk?: Participants will learn how to identify and mitigate foreign exchange risks, along with an understanding of relevant legislative updates that can aid in cost reduction during transactions.
- Main strategies for reducing foreign exchange risk
- Updates to the Foreign Exchange Act and their implications.

3. Futures Contracts: This module will delve into the mechanisms of forex futures contracts, advantages, and pitfalls to watch out for when entering into such agreements.
- Detailed breakdown of how future forex contracts work
- Practical considerations in closing contracts.

4. Currency Options: Participants will gain insight into the workings of currency options and vital factors to consider when opting for this strategy.
- Mechanics of currency options.

5. Risk Management Strategies in Companies: This section will offer an overview of different corporate case studies, revealing effective risk management frameworks implemented in various organizations.
- Analysis of survey results regarding companies' strategies in tackling foreign exchange risks and their root causes.
- How to build an internal risk management structure.

6. Utilizing Foreign Currency Deposits: Explore how businesses can effectively use foreign currency deposits to their advantage along with accounting considerations.

7. Case Studies: The course concludes with practical case studies that reflect current trends and developments in the arena of foreign exchange risk management.

Schedule and Registration

• - Date: November 10, 2025, with live broadcasting from 10 AM to 5 PM.
• - On-Demand Availability: From November 17 to November 25, 2025.
• - Format: Online via Deliveru, with real-time chat options for participant inquiries.
• - Fees: ¥35,200 for members; ¥42,900 for non-members.

Participants will benefit from a multi-camera setup providing dynamic and comprehensive coverage, ensuring that learning is facilitated through diverse visual learning methods. Access to downloadable texts and immediate issuance of participation certificates enhances the overall experience.

About NOMA

Since its establishment in 1949, the Japan Management Association has been dedicated to promoting modern management practices and efficiency across various sectors including private corporations, hospitals, and schools. The organization hosts approximately 1,400 seminars annually, enabling networking among participants while addressing pertinent managerial challenges.

Register for the seminar and find more details at the following link: NOMA Seminar Registration.

For questions, please reach out to the Planning and Training Group at NOMA via email at [email protected] or call 03-6632-7140.