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Import Export (International Trade)

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Provider International Career Institute
Recognition IAPCC
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International Career Institute

Course overview

Want to become an expert in international trade? Take the next step in your professional development with our online import-export courses.

Whether you’re expanding a company into global markets, setting up a new business or looking to work for an international trade company, our Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas will give you the competitive advantage you need.

What you'll learn

  • Learn the inside secrets to:
    • How to set up your business (sole trader, partnership or company)
    • How to source products and suppliers
    • How to find buyers and sellers
    • How to get free government assistance (for start-ups and established businesses)
    • Important banking and foreign exchange procedures
    • How to find the right freight forwarder
    • Customs procedures for importing and exporting
    • How to calculate how much money you get paid, and how to make sure you get it
    • How to take the risk out of all your deals
    • The strategies and sample letters that will get you started today
    • How to obtain and source vital contacts

Recognitions

IAPCC

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

Students typically complete their event management courses within the following timeframes:

  • DIPLOMA LEVEL – 24 WEEKS
  • ADVANCED DIPLOMA LEVEL –  31 WEEKS

Delivery

Whether you study for a Diploma or an Advanced Diploma, your entire course will be carried out online via distance learning. Also called correspondence learning, this mode of study is perfect for those who need to fit their learning around existing commitments. You can work through the course material whenever and wherever you wish, anywhere in the world. You dictate the timetable.

Because our online courses remove the need for attending in-person classes, you will save time and money on transport too.

As well as being convenient, our online international trade courses are expertly crafted to be highly engaging and relevant.

Entry requirements

There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into our international trade courses. Students may enrol directly into the Diploma or Advanced Diploma levels without having previous qualifications.

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Course features

  • Fast-track your career in international trade
  • Study a course that has been designed in consultation with international trade experts
  • Learn at your own pace, balancing study with existing commitments
  • Save time and money by not attending in-person classes
  • Have your own personal tutor to answer questions and provide advice
  • Save 10% on your fee by paying upfront, or choose our interest-free weekly payment plan

Professional Recognition

Accredited by the IAPCC

Subjects

Units
Introduction

Your role as an import-export agent
How much money can I make?
You as a business operator

Starting in Importing and Export

Dont’s of exporting
Dont’s of importing
Exporting life cycle
Getting started in international trade
Going global
Guide to sources of information on importers
How to succeed in international business
Importing
Export process
Safe trading
Step-by-step approach to market research
Business planning
Business structure

Sourcing Products and Sellers

Trade assistance
The freight forwarder
Testing market potential
How to find unlimited products to import
Buy and sell over the internet

The Agency Agreement

Your commission
Exclusive territory
Promotional material
Advertising promotions
How long your contract lasts

How to Find Buyers

Set up or find distributors in the country you want to sell to
Manufacturers representatives
Sell directly to department stores and other large organizations
Using Chambers of Commerce
Entering markets

The Difference Between an Agent & a Merchant

Letters of Credit
Methods of Payment in international trade
International trade risks
Steps to exporting

And more!

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About International Career Institute

The International Career Institute (ICI) is an independent and private provider of online education. ICI students are given skills that will change their employment prospects and increase their value to employers. The Institute listens to employers via its strong links to industry. The Institute currently offers over 50 exciting careers and lifestyle focused courses to a broad range of adult learners regardless of location or prior experience and education.
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