One-Day Professional Workshop
This one-day professional workshop provides a practical introduction to the key concepts, processes, and managerial aspects of export and import operations in international trade.
Participants will gain a structured understanding of how international trade transactions are planned, managed, and executed, including market selection, trade processes, supply chain considerations, commercial practices, and risk management.
This workshop is designed for:
Business owners, managers, and professionals involved in international trade, export, or import activities.
Individuals seeking a practical foundation in global trade and export-import management.
By completing this workshop, participants will understand:
The fundamentals of international trade and export-import management.
The key stages of export and import transactions.
Basic principles of international market selection and entry strategies.
The role of logistics, documentation, and supply chain management.
Essential commercial, financial, and risk considerations in global trade.
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Understand the complete framework of export and import management.
Identify the key steps involved in international trade transactions.
Evaluate basic export-import opportunities and challenges.
Apply fundamental concepts in real-world trade scenarios.
Build a foundation for advanced international trade courses and professional development.
Module 1: Introduction to International Trade & Export-Import Management
Global trade environment and international business concepts
Role and importance of export and import management
Overview of the export-import process
Module 2: International Market Research & Entry Strategies
Identifying international market opportunities
Basic market research approaches
Selecting target markets and entry methods
Module 3: Export-Import Operations & Supply Chain Fundamentals
International trade process flow
Supply chain and logistics considerations
Essential trade documentation overview
Module 4: Commercial Practices in International Trade
Introduction to Incoterms® 2020
International sales transactions
Basic payment methods and trade terms
Module 5: Financial & Risk Management in Export-Import Business
Export pricing considerations
Commercial and operational risks
Currency and payment risks
