Course 1: International Trade & Research
This half-day virtual course offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the evolution of international trade and introduces practical research techniques for evaluating today’s global market opportunities. Ideal for professionals seeking to understand the past to inform the future, the course connects historical context with current trends to support international business strategy.
2: Research activities that provide an understanding of international trade theory.
Course 2: International Supply Chain
This half-day virtual course provides a practical introduction to the structure and management of global supply chains. Learners will explore how goods, information, and finance move between international buyers and suppliers, and how to design and optimise supply chains to support business growth across borders.
Course 3: Export Procedures & Documentation
This half-day virtual course provides a focused, practical overview of the key steps involved in managing export operations. Learners will gain a clear understanding of the documentation, legal responsibilities, and compliance requirements essential for successful and compliant international trade.
Course 4: Import Procedures & Documentation
This half-day virtual course provides a clear, practical guide to the import process, with a focus on documentation, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance. Learners will develop the knowledge needed to manage import operations effectively and avoid common risks in international sourcing.
Course 5: International Market Entry, Compliance & Logistics (Social Media, AI, Customs & Documentation)
This half-day virtual course equips learners with practical tools to explore new international markets, manage trade compliance, and plan logistics effectively. Blending digital research techniques with customs and documentation know-how, the course helps businesses prepare for successful global expansion.
Course 6: Import & Export Customs Diagnostics - Creating a procedure manual
This half-day virtual course focuses on strengthening customs compliance through a structured diagnostic approach. Learners will assess current import/export practices and develop a comprehensive procedure manual to support consistency, audit readiness, and operational resilience.
Course 7: Importance of International Documentation & Logistics
This half-day virtual course explores the essential role of documentation and logistics in international trade. Learners will gain practical insights into how accurate paperwork and coordinated logistics processes keep goods moving smoothly across borders and reduce compliance risks.
Course 8: International Customs, Warehousing, Special Procedures & AEO
This half-day virtual course introduces key customs warehousing solutions and special procedures that help businesses improve compliance while managing costs. Learners will also explore the fundamentals and benefits of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accreditation.
Course 9: Sustainability in the Supply Chain
This half-day virtual course explores how sustainability can be embedded into global supply chains. Learners will examine environmental, ethical, and social considerations and discover how to make responsible decisions across sourcing, production, and logistics.
Course 10: Creating an International Strategy
This capstone half-day virtual course brings together key concepts from across the programme, guiding participants through the development of a complete, practical international trade strategy - whether focused on export, import, or both.
