Professional training course
Understanding Rules of Origin, Free Trade Agreements & Export Preference
Classroom
14 sessionsOnline / Live
14 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
International trade enables organizations to broaden their operations and access goods and services that are not available locally, leading to competitive pricing and potentially lower costs for consumers.
Since no country can produce everything it needs or possesses all the necessary natural resources for sustained economic growth, globalization of the world economy is inevitable.
As a result, businesses are expanding their markets beyond their national borders.
This Understanding Rules of Origin, Free Trade Agreements & Export Preference training course is designed to deepen participants' understanding of international trade principles.
It covers essential topics such as free trade agreements, international trade transactions, modes of transportation, Incoterms, and rules of origin.
Participants will gain valuable insights into the dynamics of global trade and the strategies for navigating international markets effectively.
This training course will feature:
Principles of International trading
Free Trade Agreements
Rules of Origin
International trade transaction
Incoterms
Training Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the interactions between the importer and exporter
Determine the vendor selection criteria
Analyze the payment transactions between parties to international sales contract
Understand the features of FTAs
Identify rules of origin
Understand Strategic Reasons to Export
Training Methodology
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented.
This includes and lectures leveraging years of hands-on trading, procurement experience across industries and many countries across the world.
The trainer will use real-world challenges and solutions, exercises and case studies and an extensive course manual.
Who should Attend?
The participants from the companies that are competing on international scale would like to expand and grow will be benefiting from the contents of this course.
The participants should have intermediate/advance level of knowledge of procurement and international trading.
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Chief Procurement Officers
Chief Sales Officers
Chief Operating Officers
Procurement Managers
Sales Managers
Supply Chain Professionals
All of those who need an understanding of international trading concepts that can deliver lasting value for their business
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Principles of International Trade
- Introduction to International Trade
- Interactions between an Exporter and Importer
- Reasons for Importation
- Coffee break
- Reasons for Importation (continued)
- Requirements for a Successful Import Business
- Requirements for a successful Export Business
- Selection of Products and Suppliers
Day 2
Freight and Customs Formalities in International Trading
- Modes of Transportation
- Total Ocean Freight
- Incoterms 2020 & Insurance Cover
- Coffee break
- Incoterms 2020 & Insurance Cover (continued)
- Shipping Documents
- Packing, Inspection and Markings
- Entry Process of Goods
Day 3
The Required Criteria to Determine the National Source of a Product
- The Definition and Examples of Rules of Origin
- Classification of Rules of origin
- Technical Information on Rules of Origin
- Coffee break
- Technical Information on Rules of Origin (continued)
- Why do we need rules of origin?
- Identify and Apply Rules of Origin
- Check whether your goods meet the rules of origin
Day 4
Eliminating the Trade Barriers
- What are the trade barriers?
- Introduction to Free Trade Agreements
- Reasons for Importation
- Coffee break
- Reasons for Importation (continued)
- Why don’t all Exporters benefit from FTA?
- Why Export & Export Preference Criteria
- Product Considerations
Day 5
Transactions and Dispute Settlement in International Trade
- Payment Mechanism in International Transaction
- Quotas
- Dumping
- Coffee break
- Dumping (continued)
- Subsidies
- Antidumping and Countervailing Duties
- Dispute Settlement in International Trade
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Understanding Rules of Origin, Free Trade Agreements & Export Preference cover?
This course covers Procurement and Supply Chain Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Cape Town, Barcelona, Rome, Munich, Geneva, Vienna.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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