[News](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research?field_article_type=24) # The Business of Payments comes to Rotman School of Management this Spring February 4, 2019 **In the modern world of payments, innovation and development are happening on a near daily basis. To learn about this progress and the future change necessary to evolve within the payments industry, Payments Canada has partnered with the Rotman School of Management to introduce ‘The Business of Payments’ course.** ‘The Business of Payments’ is an intensive 3-day residential program (+ networking evening) that allows participants to gain specialized insight into the payments marketplace. Through the direction of informed industry professionals, participants examine the forces that drive change in payments, such as the steady transition towards electronic payments, and a migration away from legacy payment methods. The program will explore fundamental payments theories and concepts, trends in the Canadian payments landscape, as well as emerging payments technologies. It will also explore payments on a more universal scale by examining international payments systems, and global trends and forces. This course is designed for those who aspire to turn their payments knowledge into an industry advantage. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of payments systems, and a passion to broaden their understanding of payments as a whole. Upon completion of this course, participants will sit at a significant advantage, having knowledge of the most up-to-date methods and approaches to the payments ecosystem. The program runs from **April 28th - May 1st 2019** at the **Kingbridge Centre, King City** conference centre. Visit the [Rotman Business of Payments website](http://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/ProfessionalDevelopment/Executive-Programs/Programs-Individuals/Business-of-Payments) for full details, schedule and accomodations. Don’t miss this opportunity to broaden your understanding of how the payments industry functions as a whole, and what is next to come for the future of payments. [Apply Today!](http://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/ProfessionalDevelopment/Executive-Programs/Programs-Individuals/Business-of-Payments) [Return to newsroom](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research) ## Keep reading [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News October 1, 2026 ### Payments Canada welcomes six new members as expanded membership... Twenty-two new members have joined since 2025 regulatory changes — a necessary step for those seeking access to critical national payment infrastructure, including the forthcoming Real-Time Rail... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News September 25, 2026 ### Payments Canada names Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President... Payments Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Business Transformation. Stephan will lead strategic vendor partnerships... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News July 27, 2026 ### ACSS rule changes enhance payment system processes Updates provide expanded definitions and process efficiency Payments Canada has implemented a series of administrative and operational amendments to the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS)... ](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)