Micro Lending and SME Lending-A Comparative Review

Resource from the Agriculture Finance Support Facility (AgriFin)

This presentation is part of the Agriculture Finance Training Manual, developed by Internationale Projekt Consult (IPC) GmbH as part of AgriFin’s technical advisory project for Cameroon Cooperative Credit Union League (CamCCUL).

This session provides the trainee with a comprehensive understanding of the steps involved in evaluating an SME client’s business proposal, managing potential risks of large investments and evaluating the business’ ability to service debt.

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June 2014

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