Award in International Transport and Documentation

This Level 3 award gives students an understanding of the relevant import and export procedures at each stage of a goods movement, from sales enquiry to payment and delivery.

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Course duration
3-4 months
Delivery format
Microsoft Teams

No formal qualifications are required for this course. All candidates must be 16 years or older to be considered for direct entry to the award.

This course comprises a single module from our Level 3 Certificate in International Trade. This module will provide learners with knowledge of how to list the main elements of the export order process from enquiry to payment collection.

Learners will be able to describe the roles of the main third parties involved in international trade, understand the main elements of an export quotation, proforma invoice, and different types of export invoices including those used to satisfy rules of origin and value.

Learners will be able to identify key factors, including costs, which affect the selection of different international transport modes. They will learn the basic operations of cargo and credit insurance policies and be able to list and explain the operation of the various methods of payment used in international trade.

Learning Outcomes

By the time you have finished this module you will be able to:

  • Know the costs of the main methods of transporting goods internationally
  • Understand the roles of the key documents required when transporting goods internationally
  • Know the different payment methods in international trade
  • Understand the operation of cargo and credit insurance policies



As a rough guide you should expect to study for around 70 hours. You should expect to complete the award in around 3 - 4 months. These are only guidelines as the study time will vary from learner to learner.

Learners will submit a summative assessment at the end of the module. The grade awarded determines the overall outcome of the course. All course content is delivered through supported distance learning, which are virtual classroom events accessed by Microsoft Teams.

Total course fee: £513

(Includes assessment and registration fee - with one year's student membership)