Certified Card Payments Professional (CCPP)
Certification Overview
The Certified Card Payments Professional (CCPP)™ certification is ideal for payment processors, banking professionals, risk managers, compliance officers, IT security specialists, and consultants who wish to deepen their understanding of card-based payment systems. It also benefits professionals transitioning into the payments industry who require a comprehensive foundation in both the technical and operational aspects of card transactions.
This certification is designed for professionals working in the financial services, banking, and fintech sectors who are involved in electronic payments, card operations, and digital transaction systems.
The program is structured into multiple modules covering the end-to-end card payments ecosystem. Topics include card issuance and acquiring, transaction processing, clearing and settlement, merchant management, payment security standards (such as PCI DSS), fraud prevention, regulatory compliance, and the impact of digital wallets and emerging technologies. Each module is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical insights, equipping candidates with the expertise to manage card payment systems efficiently and align with global best practices.
Exam Information
The exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% (28 out of 40 correct) to pass.
Duration of Exam
The total duration of the exam is 1 hour (60 minutes).
Certification Validity
The Certified Card Payments Professional (CCPP) certificate is valid for life.
Target Audience
The CCPP™ certification is designed for professionals working in the banking, financial services, fintech, and payment processing industries. It is particularly valuable for card operations managers, payment processors, transaction officers, compliance professionals, risk managers, IT security specialists, and consultants who are directly or indirectly involved with card-based payment systems.
The program is also suitable for professionals seeking to transition into the payments industry, as well as corporate employees aiming to strengthen their expertise in digital transactions and card payment technologies.
Course Modules
Module Information – 1
- Understanding the Card Payments Ecosystem
- Regulatory Frameworks in Card Payments
- Security Standards and Protocols
- Digital Innovations in Payments
- Understanding Card Issuance
Module Information – 2
- Merchant Networks and Acquiring Banks
- Authorization and Authentication Processes
- Clearing and Settlement Processes
- Risk and Fraud Management
Module Information – 3
- Data Protection and Privacy
- Impact of Mobile and Contactless Payments
- Blockchain and Cryptocurrency in Payments
- Real-time Payments and Its Implications
- Future Trends in Card Payments
