About the course

10 module course on the basics of imports and exports. Looking at global trade, geography, importsand exports cycles, moving cargo on different modes, incoterms, trade finance, insurance, packing andpackaging and customs. Freight has never been this fun!

Key outcomes

• Industry Jargon
• Global Trade environment
• Importance of Geography
• Moving Cargo: Air, Ocean, Road and Rail
• Imports and Exports
• International payment methods and finance
• Calculations of charges
• Marine Insurance
• Importance of Incoterms
• Packing and Packaging
• Important Documentation
• Role of Customs

Ideal candidate

Any person working in the trade environment. From juniors entering the industry, sales people, operations or finance.

Duration

3 days

Unit Standards

252429 - Explain the concept of international trade Level 3 Credits 6

252418 - Perform processes and procedures required for the administration of export transactions Level 3 Credits 6

Course Code: BIE