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Non-Bank Financing

As the SME financing landscape continues to evolve, non-bank financing solutions are gaining ground. Entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to alternative lenders—but many SME advisors, account managers, and financial professionals still hesitate due to limited experience or awareness of these new options.

The Non-Bank Financing course by 3Masters is designed to close that knowledge gap. This compact, high-impact course introduces you to the full spectrum of non-bank credit options, giving you the tools to advise SME clients with greater confidence and added value.

You’ll gain insights into modern financing models, new market entrants, and innovative lending structures—taught by industry specialists who are active in the field. Whether you’re a financing professional, controller, or SME advisor, this course equips you with practical knowledge to help clients find the right funding mix beyond the traditional bank.

During this course, you will:
✅ Explore the current non-bank SME credit market in the Netherlands and beyond
✅ Gain a clear understanding of alternative financing structures
✅ Learn from factoring and leasing to crowdfunding and fintech lending
✅ Learn how to identify the right funding solutions for different types of entrepreneurs
✅ Discover how non-bank financing complements traditional lending models
✅ See how to create more value in your advisory role by broadening your financing toolkit

This course is ideal for:
• SME Advisors who want to expand their funding knowledge
• Account Managers in business banking or commercial finance
• Controllers and Financial Managers in SMEs
• CFOs and Financing Specialists seeking more flexible funding solutions

No prior knowledge of alternative finance is required—just a drive to better serve entrepreneurs with modern financing options.
Course program overview. Delivered as a half-day intensive session, the program includes:

📌 Overview of the Non-Bank SME Credit Market
Understand market trends, key players, and regulatory development

📌 Types of Alternative Financing
Learn about leasing, factoring, mezzanine financing, direct lending, crowdfunding, and more

📌 Modern Approaches to Lending
Discover how digital platforms, data-driven underwriting, and fintech innovation are transforming SME finance

📌 Value Creation in Practice
Case-based examples of how non-bank financing has supported business growth, cash flow, and investment
After completing the Non-Bank Financing course, participants will:

• Have a clear understanding of the diverse landscape of non-bank finance
• Be able to compare traditional vs. alternative options to find the best fit for SME clients
• Translate financial innovation into real-world value for entrepreneurs
• Feel more confident advising clients on flexible funding structures
• Expand their role as trusted financial advisors in a rapidly changing market

This course is highly practical, with every concept tied back to real-life SME needs, ensuring you can apply your new knowledge immediately in your advisory work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In Dutch or English.

The trainers at 3Masters work within the field of the training. They are specialists who engage with the training content daily. At 3Masters, we believe it is important that trainers have extensive experience and are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with participants.

Together with our trainers, we aim for an optimal trainer-to-participant ratio. Therefore, we work with training groups of approximately 12 participants, ensuring a good balance between experience, knowledge, and skills.

The training sessions can be organized both in-company and virtually. Together with the client, we determine what works best for the participants. Everything is possible, and our trainers are flexible.

The timing of the training will be determined in consultation with the client. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are all possible.