Executive Certification in International Trade
This online program is a practical curriculum for executives, managers and employees who conduct business or plan to work in international markets.
Taught by qualified international consultants and professionals at regional companies engaged in business overseas, the course is asynchronous, allowing you to learn at your pace at a time and place that works for you.
6 Modules
All six modules must be taken to earn the Certification in International Trade.
Module 1: Introduction to International Trade
This course discusses theoretical concepts of international trade, such as mutually beneficial trade, the effects of protectionism, macroeconomic issues of balance of payments, the adjustments mechanism and the impact of economic policies in an open trade environment. From advice about negotiating with foreign sellers to guidance on moving goods through U.S. Customs while ensuring compliance, this course provides essential information about trading internationally.
Date: January 19 – 31, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: Leslie Fischer
Module 2: International Transactions
This course discusses credit, operational and foreign exchange risk in international trade transactions, and describes methods commonly used to mitigate these risks. Learn to recognize how credit, operational, and foreign exchange risk can arise in international trade transactions, and how to structure international trade transactions to minimize these risks.
Date: February 15 – 28, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: Dave Shogren
Module 3: International Ocean & Air Transportation
This course covers the issues of moving goods from one country to another within the terms of a sale agreement and without incurring unexpected expenses. Learn to securely and affordably transport products, choose proper insurance and implement current government security initiatives. The course provides a complete overview of the transportation process – whether shipping by ocean or air.
Date: March 15 – 28, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: Caitlin Murphy
Module 4: International Business Culture
Today’s global business enterprise requires a fine-tuned awareness and understanding of culture. International collaborations have often failed because of cultural misunderstandings, miscommunications and missteps. This course will introduce you to the concept of culture and begin with the critical stage of guiding participants towards understanding their own cultural assumptions. We will use dimensions of culture to build knowledge and understanding of basic drivers behind cultural differences. Upon completion of the course, you will have a thoughtful toolkit to manage the most common challenges across cultures in international business settings.
Date: April 19 – May 2, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: A.C. Marchionne
Module 5: Export Control & Risk Management
Various international agreements have established export control standards on specific categories of goods to ensure security and safety for nations, economies, environments and wildlife. This course provides an overview of recent global events that have impacted border control procedures, including the adoption of new export controls for effective risk management.
Date: May 17 – 30, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: A.C. Marchionne
Module 6: Customs Classification & Valuation
Failure to intelligently comply with Customs laws can result in excess duty payments, financial penalties and supply or delivery disruptions. This course discusses tariff classification rules and how indirect payments, royalties, freight and shipping costs, plus other valuations affect the accuracy and legitimacy of declared values.
Date: June 14 – 27, 2027
Location: Online
Instructor: Adam Butler
The International Trade & Investment (ITI) Office within the Missouri Department of Economic Development is pleased to offer grant support for qualifying Missouri companies participating in the Executive Certification in international Trade.
Contact Kay Johannpeter to determine your eligibility.
Executive Certification in International Trade
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