About this course
The STEP Certificate in International Trust Management introduces you to the fundamentals of international trusts in a global and local environment.
- The gold-standard professional qualification for those working in the industry; globally recognised by employers, regulators and clients.
- Grow your network of like-minded professionals.
- Awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester.
What you will learn
- The fundamentals of trust work in an international environment
- The evolution of equity and the law of trusts
- The creation of a valid trust
- Types of trusts and interests
- Modern uses of offshore trusts
- The administration of trusts
- The evolution, features and advantages of offshore asset-holding companies
- The incorporation, funding and dissolution of companies
- The roles, rights, powers and duties of shareholders, directors and other officers
- The services offered by offshore corporate services
Recent reviews
This is the first STEP course I have attended and unfortunately I do not feel as though the workshops provided me with much in terms of learning. It was largely focused on the specific answers which I felt was more learnable through reading the material itself. I do not feel…This is the first STEP course I have attended and unfortunately I do not feel as though the workshops provided me with much in terms of learning. It was largely focused on the specific answers which I felt was more learnable through reading the material itself. I do not feel as though the course was set up for the individual to be 'exam ready'. Other than being directed to the example answers we were not taught how to answer / structure the exams questions to get the best possible marks. Having workshops once a month for an extended period is not the best way to retain information for the exam. I understand previously the model had been to complete a 5-day workshop in the week leading up to the exam which is a much better way to retain the content. Having the course delivered online is not the most practical way for learning as there is too many opportunities for distractions, lack of focus for others on the calls, interruptions, lack of engagement, etc. I honestly feel as though the workshops offered very little value, and if I were to spend that time studying on my own I may have learned more. Considering the large study / exam fee we are paying per course I was disappointed with the output.Read more
very structured course! i particularly like the first part of Q&A to activate our thought before course starts. thanks Robin, very patient and considerate tutor!
My overall experience with the STEP course has been excellent. As a STEP student with a law degree, trusts is not a subject that is new to me; however, I have found the course to be both engaging and valuable in strengthening and expanding my existing knowledge. The course is…My overall experience with the STEP course has been excellent. As a STEP student with a law degree, trusts is not a subject that is new to me; however, I have found the course to be both engaging and valuable in strengthening and expanding my existing knowledge. The course is well structured and focuses clearly on the key areas relevant to the Certificate. The material is presented in a practical and accessible way, which makes it useful for those with an existing legal background while also allowing students without a law degree or prior knowledge of trusts to understand and engage with the subject matter. Overall, I have found the course informative, well organised and a valuable learning experience.Read more