Programme Overview
The Professional Diploma in Trade Facilitation, Customs Agency & Freight Forwarding provides learners with the knowledge and practical competencies required to operate successfully within the international trade and logistics industry.
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of customs regulations, import and export documentation, trade agreements, cargo handling, freight forwarding operations, customs brokerage, supply chain management, Incoterms, tariff classification, valuation methods, risk management, warehousing, transportation management, and digital customs systems.
The programme combines theoretical instruction with practical case studies, customs documentation exercises, and real-world logistics scenarios to prepare participants for careers as Customs Agents, Freight Forwarders, Import/Export Officers, Logistics Coordinators, Shipping Officers, and Trade Compliance Specialists.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Understand international trade principles and procedures.
Process import and export documentation.
Perform customs declaration procedures.
Apply trade facilitation measures.
Classify goods using the Harmonized System (HS Code).
Calculate customs duties and taxes.
Understand customs valuation methods.
Prepare Bills of Lading, Air Waybills, Commercial Invoices, and Packing Lists.
Apply Incoterms 2020 correctly.
Coordinate freight forwarding operations.
Manage sea, air, and land transportation.
Handle cargo insurance procedures.
Manage warehouse and inventory operations.
Ensure customs compliance and risk management.
Use digital customs and trade management systems.
Develop professional ethics within customs and logistics operations.
Programme Modules
Introduction to International Trade
Principles of Trade Facilitation
Customs Laws and Regulations
Customs Procedures and Clearance
Customs Documentation
Import & Export Management
Harmonized System (HS) Classification
Customs Valuation and Duty Calculation
Incoterms 2020
Freight Forwarding Operations
Air Freight Management
Sea Freight Management
Road and Rail Transport
Cargo Handling and Packaging
Warehousing and Distribution
Supply Chain Management
Trade Finance and Payment Methods
Cargo Insurance
Risk Management in International Trade
Ethics and Professional Practice
Digital Customs Systems (ASYCUDA World)
Practical Customs Declaration Exercises
Case Studies and Industry Projects
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
Customs Agent
Licensed Customs Broker
Freight Forwarder
Import & Export Officer
Shipping Officer
Logistics Coordinator
Supply Chain Officer
Port Operations Officer
Trade Compliance Officer
Warehouse Manager
Cargo Documentation Officer
Clearing & Forwarding Agent
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of customs regulations, import and export documentation, trade agreements, cargo handling, freight forwarding operations, customs brokerage, supply chain management, Incoterms, tariff classification, valuation methods, risk management, warehousing, transportation management, and digital customs systems.
The programme combines theoretical instruction with practical case studies, customs documentation exercises, and real-world logistics scenarios to prepare participants for careers as Customs Agents, Freight Forwarders, Import/Export Officers, Logistics Coordinators, Shipping Officers, and Trade Compliance Specialists.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Understand international trade principles and procedures.
Process import and export documentation.
Perform customs declaration procedures.
Apply trade facilitation measures.
Classify goods using the Harmonized System (HS Code).
Calculate customs duties and taxes.
Understand customs valuation methods.
Prepare Bills of Lading, Air Waybills, Commercial Invoices, and Packing Lists.
Apply Incoterms 2020 correctly.
Coordinate freight forwarding operations.
Manage sea, air, and land transportation.
Handle cargo insurance procedures.
Manage warehouse and inventory operations.
Ensure customs compliance and risk management.
Use digital customs and trade management systems.
Develop professional ethics within customs and logistics operations.
Programme Modules
Introduction to International Trade
Principles of Trade Facilitation
Customs Laws and Regulations
Customs Procedures and Clearance
Customs Documentation
Import & Export Management
Harmonized System (HS) Classification
Customs Valuation and Duty Calculation
Incoterms 2020
Freight Forwarding Operations
Air Freight Management
Sea Freight Management
Road and Rail Transport
Cargo Handling and Packaging
Warehousing and Distribution
Supply Chain Management
Trade Finance and Payment Methods
Cargo Insurance
Risk Management in International Trade
Ethics and Professional Practice
Digital Customs Systems (ASYCUDA World)
Practical Customs Declaration Exercises
Case Studies and Industry Projects
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
Customs Agent
Licensed Customs Broker
Freight Forwarder
Import & Export Officer
Shipping Officer
Logistics Coordinator
Supply Chain Officer
Port Operations Officer
Trade Compliance Officer
Warehouse Manager
Cargo Documentation Officer
Clearing & Forwarding Agent
Course Modules
Modules will be added soon.
Course Presented By
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