Qualifications for service leavers

The perfect introduction to a career in global trade, this course covers all the key aspects of international business and goods movements.

• Gain an understanding of international trade in a business context
• Develop international trade management, transport and documentation skills
• Gain a thorough understanding of the global marketplace

Become a trusted source of export controls knowledge, driving compliance and business success.

• Gain the skills required to manage export controls within an organisation
• Learn how to streamline export processes, minimise delays, and optimise trade documentation management
• Learners will be able to confidently apply knowledge of export control classification, licensing, and documentation in real-world trade scenarios

This course introduces key aspects of customs compliance, including classification, origin, valuation and completing export declarations.

• Broaden your understanding of customs procedures and documentation
• Understand how to leverage Rules of Origin and Free Trade Agreements to help companies be more competitive in export markets
• Understand the fundamentals of how to classify goods and trading with the EU

Cover the key aspects of customs compliance, gaining the expertise needed to comfortably work in an international trade environment and manage risk.

• Gain a deep understanding of customs special procedures
• Learn how to effectively use Incoterms®
• Understand excise, export controls and valuation

Gain the core operational and managerial skills needed for successful international trade.

• Gain a broad understanding of the conditions under which international traders conduct their business
• Understand profitability and appropriate sources of finance in international trade
• Learn the core tenets of international physical distribution and marketing

Develop a deeper understanding of export controls, ensuring smooth and compliant international trade - especially within the defence or aerospace sectors.

• Learn how to confidently navigate complex export controls rules and regulations
• Understand US and UK export controls, dual-use controls and AEO accreditation
• Gain a deep knowledge of compliance and how to use Incoterms® to your advantage

The ideal qualification for experienced customs professionals, this diploma equips learners with a thorough understanding of international customs laws and compliance.

• Gain a deep understanding of customs and trade compliance at a world level
• Dive into UK and EU trade procedures in depth
• Complete a work-based project to demonstrate your knowledge

Perfect for both emerging and established leaders, this key qualification elevates your operational and managerial capabilities, allowing you to excel in international trade.

• Learn how to maximise the effectiveness of an organisation's distribution strategy, sourcing policy and international marketing
• Understand how to set up effective corporate structures for international trading
• Improve your international trade decision-making ready for practical application

This award educates trade finance professionals about how financial tools and instruments operate in an international trade context, enhancing the support they provide to traders.

• Understand key finance tools in global trade
• Learn how to manage and reduce trade risks
• Discover to how choose and operate the most appropriate methods of payment