BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:19@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T211747Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/export-documentation-an-o nline-course-38/ SUMMARY:Export Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process the documents required for expor ting goods overseas.\nThe course is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including copies of completed documents) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.\n\nDuring th e course candidates will study the principles and current industry practic es required to ensure that they can process documents thus ensuring they o perate both legally and cost effectively. They will understand the documen ts required for international shipments and transportation and where to go for further help and advice.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n “The Foundations ” including a look at information sources\, legal requirements\, record keeping and software systems\n The significance of documentary content - with specific reference to Incoterms® 2020\, how to prove origin and the commodity code\n Exporters commercial documents - quotations\, invoices a nd packing lists\n The "origin documents" - including UK Country of Origi n\, EU-EUR1s\n Further official export documents – export licences\, pr e-shipment inspection\, and C88 SAD\n Dealing with the freight forwarder - including ECSIs\, SSNs\n The proof of export documents - including Bill s of lading\, AWBs and CMR notes\n Payment mechanisms and a review of the documents needed to ensure payment\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho s hould attend?\n\nThis course is aimed at owner/proprietors of small busine sses that manage their own export and customs processes and personnel who administer the functions within larger organisations. This includes staff working in export administration\, export sales and freight moving who are required to deal with export documents within their organisation.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview \, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. At t he end of the course\, candidates will have received training to ensure th ey can confidently deal with export documents within their organisation th us ensuring both legal compliance and cost effectiveness for all of their exports.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Cha mber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates att ending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the A ward.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber \, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 ( 0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:61@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T222830Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-commodity-c odes-an-online-course-24/ SUMMARY:Understanding Commodity Codes - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their pa rts for both import and export. \nIt is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying produ cts using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used e ffectively back in the workplace. \n\nCandidates will\, after attending t his course\, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used f or. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and would have successfully classified a range of goods to gain exp erience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.  \n\nWho should attend?\n\nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers\, those from procurement and technical experts who are respo nsible for identifying commodity codes. \n\nThis leads to an understanding of the duties\, taxes\, and controls required for import and export. Mist akes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overvie w\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. \n \nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Co mmerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nF or more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 333 772 2565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2022/08/international-trade-training_understanding-commodity-code s-social-2.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:67@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223452Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-exporting-a n-online-course-33/ SUMMARY:Understanding Exporting - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:The UK is only 2% of global GDP so 98% of the world’s market could be open to you.  The world is more and more connected\, so it is ea sier than it has ever been to trade internationally.\nThis is an introduct ion to Exporting and the practical considerations needed.\n\nThe course co vers the requirements of sales and purchase orders\, an introduction to In coterms\, packaging considerations\, general compliance issues and commodi ty codes. The importance of export documentation is explained\, along with sources of help and guidance.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Commercial conside rations\, pricing and getting paid\n Practicalities including Incoterms® \, packaging\, transportation\, and compliance\n Export documentation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is suitabl e for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who want to grow through international trade.\n\nIt will be valuable for comp anies who are already exporting reactively so they can ensure they have th e correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requiremen ts.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attendin g six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award. \n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, pl ease contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 33 37722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Understanding-Exp orting.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:75@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260115T220608Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/webinar-free-trade-agreem ents-what-and-where-2/ SUMMARY:Webinar - Free Trade Agreements\, What and Where DESCRIPTION:A free trade agreement (FTA) is a legal agreement between 2 or more countries that reduces trade barriers\, such as tariffs\, quotas and subsidies.\nThe goal of an FTA is to make it easier and cheaper for countr ies to trade with each other. This webinar will explore how FTAs can be us ed to create a competative advantage in overseas markets.\nTo sign up for your place visit Ayrshire Chamber HERE\n\nWe look forward to seeing you th ere! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2024/08/compliance-customs-work.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Online Event,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:57@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T113000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221946Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/the-profitable-quote-work shop-where-precision-meets-performance/ SUMMARY:The Profitable Quote Workshop: Where Precision Meets Performance DESCRIPTION:The Profitable Quote: Where Precision Meets Performance\nYour e xport quotation isn't just paperwork. It's your first impression\, your ri sk management tool\, and your profit protection - all in one document.\nGe t it wrong\, and you'll spend months firefighting disputes\, absorbing une xpected costs\, or watching deals collapse at the finish line. Get it righ t\, and you close deals faster\, protect margins\, and build relationships that lead to repeat business.\n\nDate: 21st January 2026\, Time: 10am - 1 1.30am\n\nIn this workshop from The International Trade Catalyst series\, we'll show you:\n\n✓ How to translate Incoterms into clear\, confident d ecisions\n\n✓ What documentation\, payment terms\, and currency consider ations really mean for your bottom line\n\n✓ How to calculate true inter national sales costs (no surprises later)\n\n✓ The details that separate amateur exporters from trusted partners\n\nJoin Linda Middleton-Jones to quote like a professional and close deals profitably.\n\nSign up for your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975107509730?aff=oddtdtcreator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2025/12/The-Profitable-Quote.jpg CATEGORIES:Export Event,General Event,Online Course,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:25@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T212831Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-38/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Import-Procedures .jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T123000 DTSTAMP:20260117T123515Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/documentary-letters-of-cr edit-an-online-course-33/ SUMMARY:Documentary Letters of Credit - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introduction course covers the ten main types of Letters o f Credit used in international trade from advance payment\, including Sigh t Documentary Collection\, Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.\nOver 75% of first pr esentations to banks against Documentary Letters of Credit are rejected\, resulting in delayed payments to exporters\, additional costs\, and breach ed delivery deadlines.\n\nThis introduction course is suitable for all sta ff who need to have a clear understanding of the procedures required to en sure payments for goods sold on documentary credit terms. Knowledge and un derstanding are reinforced through the use of exercises\, tips on getting the credit you want and working examples of documentary credits.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n What is a Letter of Credit?\n The ten main types of Lette rs of Credit\n Letter of Credit administration and procedure\n Types and levels of security\n Letters of Credit costs\, Letter of Credit content - getting the credit you want\n Examination of documents required for pre sentation\n What can go wrong?\n Top tips for success every time UCP600/ ISBP\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is ideal for personnel who administer the documentation\, sales\, purchasing \, despatch\, logistics\, Freight Forwarders and companies embarking into the export world. It is also an excellent refresher for those already work ing with Letters of Credit and for those going into new territories.\n\nEs sential learning for accounts\, export and sales teams!\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more informati on and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-f orm-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Documentary-Lette rs-of-Credit.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:49@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221400Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/preference-rules-of-origi n-an-online-course-38/ SUMMARY:Preference Rules of Origin - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the admi nistration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of o rigin\, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of i nternational trade in both exporting and importing.\nUnderstanding origin\ , tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation a nd duties\, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are consid ered a serious matter by HMRC. They also lead to duty reliefs\, so getting this right could save you money.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Preference and Non-Preference Origin\n The rules determining preference rules of origin\ n Understanding tariff codes\n Correctly classifying goods with examples \n Import Valuation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n \nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to u nderstand duties\, taxes and compliance. Mistakes in this area can be cost ly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff nee ding a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_preference-origin _Preference-Origin_Preference-Origin.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:23@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T113000 DTSTAMP:20260117T135348Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/the-profitable-quote-work shop-where-precision-meets-performance-2/ SUMMARY:Export Strategy Unleashed: From Ambition to Advantage DESCRIPTION:\nExport Strategy Unleashed: From Ambition to Advantage\n\n\n\n Ambition without direction is just expensive activity. The businesses that scale successfully? They map the journey before they start moving\nWe see it constantly: businesses that rush into international markets with energ y and optimism\, but without a clear strategic framework. They chase oppor tunities randomly\, stretch resources thin\, and wonder why momentum stall s.\n\nThe businesses that scale successfully? They map the journey before they start moving.\n\nIn this workshop from The International Trade Cataly st series\, we'll work through:\n\n✓ Defining goals that align with your actual capability\n\n✓ Building visibility and credibility that enable logical trading decisions\n\n✓ Developing the right team and partnership s for sustainable growth\n\n✓ De-risking expansion so you protect what y ou've built\n\nJoin Linda Middleton-Jones on the 29th January 2026 at 10am to build a future-proof export strategy that turns ambition into competit ive advantage.\n\nSign up for your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.u k/e/1975107775525?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2025/12/Export-Strategy-Unleashed.jpg CATEGORIES:Export Event,General Event,Online Course,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:73@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T110000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223905Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/webinar-due-diligence-in- international-trade-4/ SUMMARY:Webinar - Due Diligence in International Trade DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to international trade or a seasoned vetera n\, international trade is a complex and demanding process.\nHow financial ly health is your seller/buyer?- How do you check?- What should you look f or?- What is their corporate structure?- Do they meet legal requirements?- Are they operationally capable of meeting your business's requirements?- Do they meet your standards such as ethics and environmental concerns?- Do you need to check your standing within the international trade arena such as your social media posts?- Is your company reputation sound?\n\nThese a re some of the due diligence questions you should be asking and answering. \n\nJoin our webinar\, where we will guide you through the 4 due diligence areas you should be aware of\, and how great due diligence will help you reduce risk\, enable you to look after your business's best interests and aid in building and maintaining good relationship with your sellers/buyers .\nTo sign up for your place visit Ayrshire Chamber HERE\n\nWe look forwar d to seeing you there! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2024/08/compliance-customs-work.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Online Event,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:45@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220453Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/inward-outward-processing -an-online-course-38/ SUMMARY:Inward &\; Outward Processing - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:If you transport goods into and out of the UK for maintenance o r other processing\, this course explains the HMRC regimes that will enabl e you to save costs.\nThe course will help you understand the advantages o f claiming IPR and OPR\, how commodity codes help\, the documentation requ ired\, and whether AEO may also be helpful for your organisation.\n\nCours e Contents:\n\n Explanation of Inward and Outward Processing\n Advantage s of IPR/OPR\n Commodity Codes\n Documentation required for IPR/OPR\n B enefits of AEO\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nInte rnational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to underst and cost savings that can be made on the goods that come into and out of t he UK for processing.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wantin g an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nConsiderable cost savings can be made in this area\, so it is important you understand the relevance of this to your or ganisation.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive th e Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating cham ber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +4 4 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Inward-Outward-Pr ocessoing.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:30@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260117T123533Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-45/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Import-Procedures .jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260117T135229Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/customs-procedures-and-do cumentation-an-online-course-36/ SUMMARY:Customs Procedures and Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This half day\, introductory course is aimed at anyone involved in international trade who needs to understand customs.\nThe course will cover the role of HMRC and practicalities such as the Origin\, Classificat ion\, and Valuation of your goods\, use of documentation including the UK/ EUR1\, free circulation\, AEO\, VAT responsibilities\, and the impact of I ncoterms®. The course also introduces customs entries.\n\nCourse contents :\n\n HMRC and customs procedures\n Origin\, Classification of goods and Valuation of goods\n Duties and taxes (UK Global Tariff)\n The Union Cu stoms Code (UCC).\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nT his course is suitable for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and own ers of businesses who need to understand customs procedures.\n\nIt will en able them to administer documentation correctly\, ensure efficient process es and meet compliance obligations. The course is valuable for both newcom ers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a cre dit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Internatio nal Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationalt radematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" titl e="Contact form 1"]\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Customs-Procedure s.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:56@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T113000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221852Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/the-credibility-engine-en gineering-trust-that-scales-globally/ SUMMARY:The Credibility Engine: Engineering Trust That Scales Globally DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\nThe Credibility Engine: Engineering Trust That Scales G lobally\n\n\n\nIn international markets\, trust isn't given. It's earned —order by order\, delivery by delivery.\nYour credibility is your curren cy. It determines whether buyers choose you\, recommend you\, or replace y ou.\n\nThe question isn't whether you want to be reliable. It's whether you've systematically engineered the processes that make reliability inevi table.\n\nIn this workshop from The International Trade Catalyst series\, we'll share:\n\n✓ How to consistently meet expectations on quantity\, qu ality\, timing\, and pricing\n\n✓ The systems that turn you from vendor into preferred supplier\n\n✓ How to strengthen reputation in ways that w in repeat business\n\n✓ Building advocates who recommend your brand acro ss borders\n\nJoin Linda Middleton-Jones on the 12th February at 10am to b ecome the supplier that customers can't afford to lose.\n\n\n\nSign up for your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975108181740?aff=oddtdtc reator\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2025/12/Credibility-Engine.jpg CATEGORIES:Export Event,General Event,Online Course,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:21@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T212133Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/export-documentation-an-o nline-course-36/ SUMMARY:Export Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process the documents required for expor ting goods overseas.\nThe course is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including copies of completed documents) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.\n\nDuring th e course candidates will study the principles and current industry practic es required to ensure that they can process documents thus ensuring they o perate both legally and cost effectively. They will understand the documen ts required for international shipments and transportation and where to go for further help and advice.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n “The Foundations ” including a look at information sources\, legal requirements\, record keeping and software systems\n The significance of documentary content - with specific reference to Incoterms® 2020\, how to prove origin and the commodity code\n Exporters commercial documents - quotations\, invoices a nd packing lists\n The "origin documents" - including UK Country of Origi n\, EU-EUR1s\n Further official export documents – export licences\, pr e-shipment inspection\, and C88 SAD\n Dealing with the freight forwarder - including ECSIs\, SSNs\n The proof of export documents - including Bill s of lading\, AWBs and CMR notes\n Payment mechanisms and a review of the documents needed to ensure payment\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho s hould attend?\n\nThis course is aimed at owner/proprietors of small busine sses that manage their own export and customs processes and personnel who administer the functions within larger organisations. This includes staff working in export administration\, export sales and freight moving who are required to deal with export documents within their organisation.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview \, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. At t he end of the course\, candidates will have received training to ensure th ey can confidently deal with export documents within their organisation th us ensuring both legal compliance and cost effectiveness for all of their exports.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Cha mber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates att ending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the A ward.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber \, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 ( 0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Export-Documentat ion.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:63@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T222920Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-commodity-c odes-an-online-course-28/ SUMMARY:Understanding Commodity Codes - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their pa rts for both import and export. \nIt is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying produ cts using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used e ffectively back in the workplace. \n\nCandidates will\, after attending t his course\, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used f or. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and would have successfully classified a range of goods to gain exp erience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.  \n\nWho should attend?\n\nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers\, those from procurement and technical experts who are respo nsible for identifying commodity codes. \n\nThis leads to an understanding of the duties\, taxes\, and controls required for import and export. Mist akes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overvie w\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. \n \nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Co mmerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nF or more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 333 772 2565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2022/08/international-trade-training_understanding-commodity-code s-social-2.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:66@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223451Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-exporting-a n-online-course-32/ SUMMARY:Understanding Exporting - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:The UK is only 2% of global GDP so 98% of the world’s market could be open to you.  The world is more and more connected\, so it is ea sier than it has ever been to trade internationally.\nThis is an introduct ion to Exporting and the practical considerations needed.\n\nThe course co vers the requirements of sales and purchase orders\, an introduction to In coterms\, packaging considerations\, general compliance issues and commodi ty codes. The importance of export documentation is explained\, along with sources of help and guidance.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Commercial conside rations\, pricing and getting paid\n Practicalities including Incoterms® \, packaging\, transportation\, and compliance\n Export documentation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is suitabl e for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who want to grow through international trade.\n\nIt will be valuable for comp anies who are already exporting reactively so they can ensure they have th e correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requiremen ts.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attendin g six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award. \n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, pl ease contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 33 37722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Understanding-Exp orting.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:46@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T113000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220839Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/leadership-amplified-mult iplying-your-impact-across-borders/ SUMMARY:Leadership Amplified: Multiplying Your Impact Across Borders DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n Leadership Amplified: Multiplying Your Impact Across Bo rders.\n\n\nGlobal expansion doesn't fail because of market conditions. It fails because leadership doesn't scale.\nYou can have the perfect strateg y\, the best products\, and hungry markets but if your leadership style do esn't adapt\, if your team isn't empowered\, if decision-making bottleneck s at your desk\, growth stalls.\n\nInternational success demands something different: leaders who understand their signature\, leverage creative ten sion\, and build cultures where teams contribute energy\, not just effort. \n\nIn this workshop from The International Trade Catalyst series\, we'll explore:\n\n✓ Understanding your leadership signature and its impact on international performance\n\n✓ Using creative tension to drive innovatio n and results\n\n✓ Increasing engagement so your team brings sustainable energy to global ambitions\n\n✓ Building a culture that supports long-t erm international success\n\nJoin Linda Middleton-Jones on the 26th Februa ry at 10am to lead in a way that scales across markets\, time zones\, and cultures.\n\n\n\nSign up for your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk /e/1975108181740?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2025/12/Leadership-Amplified.jpg CATEGORIES:Export Event,General Event,Online Course,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:76@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T113000 DTSTAMP:20260218T125444Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/webinar-substantial-trans formation-usa/ SUMMARY:Webinar: From UK to USA: Mastering Substantial Transformation Rules DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us on Thursday 5th March at 10am to find out how to make sure you have the correct duty rate for goods bound for the U.S.\n\n\n\n\ n\nWith shifting U.S. tariff policies and reciprocal duty rates\, getting origin wrong can be costly. In this webinar with ITM Specialist Douglas Ma ckay\, you will learn how to correctly apply U.S. non-preferential origin rules\, determine substantial transformation with confidence\, and avoid t he risks of incorrect duty payments\, shipment delays\, audits\, and penal ties.\n\nWe will walk through real CBP (U.S. Customs and Border Protection ) rulings\, step-by-step methods for assessing substantial transformation\ , and practical examples showing how assembly operations in Asia can affec t origin. You will also gain clarity on when UK-origin components can stil l support duty-saving opportunities - even within complex\, multi-country supply chains.\n\nThis session is designed for UK exporters shipping goods to the U.S.\, manufacturers operating across multiple countries\, complia nce and logistics teams\, and businesses producing partly in Asia for the U.S. market.\n\nIf your products move through more than one country before reaching the U.S.\, this webinar will give you the tools to get origin ri ght every time.\n\n\n\nTo sign up for your place\, click HERE. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2026/01/Copy-of-Compliance-Refresher.jpg CATEGORIES:Export Event,Online Event,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:48@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220913Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/methods-of-payment-an-onl ine-course-33/ SUMMARY:Methods of Payment - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introduction covers the five main types of payment for Int ernational Trade.\nCourse Contents:\n\n Identification of types of Intern ational Payment methods\n Examination of documents required\n Types and levels of security\n What can go wrong?\n Top tips for success every tim e UCP600/ISBP\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis introduction course is ideal for personnel who administer the documentatio n\, sales\, purchasing\, despatch\, logistics\, Freight Forwarders and com panies embarking into the export world.\n\nThis is also an excellent refre sher for those already working in International Trade and for those going into new territories. Essential learning for accounts\, export and sales t eams.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chambe r of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attend ing six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Awar d.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Methods-of-paymen t.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:36@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T214148Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-37/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T210532Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/documentary-letters-of-cr edit-an-online-course-38/ SUMMARY:Documentary Letters of Credit - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introduction course covers the ten main types of Letters o f Credit used in international trade from advance payment\, including Sigh t Documentary Collection\, Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.\nOver 75% of first pr esentations to banks against Documentary Letters of Credit are rejected\, resulting in delayed payments to exporters\, additional costs\, and breach ed delivery deadlines.\n\nThis introduction course is suitable for all sta ff who need to have a clear understanding of the procedures required to en sure payments for goods sold on documentary credit terms. Knowledge and un derstanding are reinforced through the use of exercises\, tips on getting the credit you want and working examples of documentary credits.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n What is a Letter of Credit?\n The ten main types of Lette rs of Credit\n Letter of Credit administration and procedure\n Types and levels of security\n Letters of Credit costs\, Letter of Credit content - getting the credit you want\n Examination of documents required for pre sentation\n What can go wrong?\n Top tips for success every time UCP600/ ISBP\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is ideal for personnel who administer the documentation\, sales\, purchasing \, despatch\, logistics\, Freight Forwarders and companies embarking into the export world. It is also an excellent refresher for those already work ing with Letters of Credit and for those going into new territories.\n\nEs sential learning for accounts\, export and sales teams!\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more informati on and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-f orm-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Documentary-Lette rs-of-Credit.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:55@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260317T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260317T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221602Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/preference-rules-of-origi n-an-online-course-32/ SUMMARY:Preference Rules of Origin - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the admi nistration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of o rigin\, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of i nternational trade in both exporting and importing.\nUnderstanding origin\ , tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation a nd duties\, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are consid ered a serious matter by HMRC. They also lead to duty reliefs\, so getting this right could save you money.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Preference and Non-Preference Origin\n The rules determining preference rules of origin\ n Understanding tariff codes\n Correctly classifying goods with examples \n Import Valuation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n \nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to u nderstand duties\, taxes and compliance. Mistakes in this area can be cost ly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff nee ding a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_preference-origin _Preference-Origin_Preference-Origin.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:44@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220422Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/inward-outward-processing -an-online-course-37/ SUMMARY:Inward &\; Outward Processing - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:If you transport goods into and out of the UK for maintenance o r other processing\, this course explains the HMRC regimes that will enabl e you to save costs.\nThe course will help you understand the advantages o f claiming IPR and OPR\, how commodity codes help\, the documentation requ ired\, and whether AEO may also be helpful for your organisation.\n\nCours e Contents:\n\n Explanation of Inward and Outward Processing\n Advantage s of IPR/OPR\n Commodity Codes\n Documentation required for IPR/OPR\n B enefits of AEO\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nInte rnational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to underst and cost savings that can be made on the goods that come into and out of t he UK for processing.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wantin g an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nConsiderable cost savings can be made in this area\, so it is important you understand the relevance of this to your or ganisation.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive th e Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating cham ber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +4 4 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Inward-Outward-Pr ocessoing.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:33@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T213915Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-46/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:77@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T113000 DTSTAMP:20260218T125623Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/webinar-anti-dumping-duty / SUMMARY:Webinar: The Rise in Protectionism: Introduction to Anti-Dumping Du ty DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin ITM Specialist Douglas Mackay on the 19th March at 10am for a clear\, practical introduction webinar to anti-dumping duties and their relevance in today’s trade environment.\n\n\n\n\n\nGlo bal manufacturing growth - especially in emerging technology sectors has b een matched by a renewed rise in protectionist measures. Anti-dumping (AD) duties remain the most frequently used trade tool among WTO members to co unter unfair pricing and protect domestic industries.\n\nAs part of our tr ade advisory programme\, Specialist Douglas will deliver a clear\, practic al webinar introducing you to anti-dumping duties and their relevance in t oday’s trade environment.\n\nThis webinar is designed for:\n\n· Import/ export managers and compliance professionals\n\n· Customs\, trade\, and s upply-chain specialists\n\n· Legal\, regulatory\, and risk teams\n\n· SM Es trading in sensitive or high-risk product categories\n\n· Anyone seeki ng a foundational understanding of AD investigations and duties.\n\nTo sig n up for your place\, click HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2026/01/ADD-Webinar-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:General Event,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:79@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T113000 DTSTAMP:20260218T130241Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/the-smart-trade-mindset/ SUMMARY:The Smart Trade Mindset DESCRIPTION:\nBuilding a smart\, future-ready trade strategy helping export ers and importers choose markets and grow with intent.\n\n\n\n\nMany busin esses choose to export or import reactively to enquiries. Smart businesses have a plan\, They recognise opportunity\, they show their leadership and ambition.\n \;\n\nJoin Linda Middleton-Jones for our Smart Trade Mind set training course on the 24th March at 10am. Designed to highlight how y ou can make international trade decisions through a structured\, future-re ady trade strategy.\n\nIn just 90 minutes\, we will cover how smart export ers and importers:\n\n• Choose the right markets and suppliers\n• Unde rstand how your capabilities influence ambition\n• Define leadership sty le and influence in overseas markets\n\nIf finding new customers is part o f your growth plan\, your strategy needs to come first.\n\nBy the end of t he session\, delegates will:\n\n Understand the difference between reacti ve and strategic trade decisions\n Be able to assess whether their curren t export/import activity is fit for the future\n Know the key strategic q uestions they must answer before entering or expanding a market\n Identif y immediate risks and missed opportunities in their current approach\n Un derstand how a structured trade strategy strengthens resilience\, profitab ility and control\n\nSign up for your place HERE\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2026/02/Smart-Trade-Mindset.jpg CATEGORIES:General Event,Online Course,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T205359Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/customs-procedures-and-do cumentation-an-online-course-34/ SUMMARY:Customs Procedures and Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This half day\, introductory course is aimed at anyone involved in international trade who needs to understand customs.\nThe course will cover the role of HMRC and practicalities such as the Origin\, Classificat ion\, and Valuation of your goods\, use of documentation including the UK/ EUR1\, free circulation\, AEO\, VAT responsibilities\, and the impact of I ncoterms®. The course also introduces customs entries.\n\nCourse contents :\n\n HMRC and customs procedures\n Origin\, Classification of goods and Valuation of goods\n Duties and taxes (UK Global Tariff)\n The Union Cu stoms Code (UCC).\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nT his course is suitable for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and own ers of businesses who need to understand customs procedures.\n\nIt will en able them to administer documentation correctly\, ensure efficient process es and meet compliance obligations. The course is valuable for both newcom ers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a cre dit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Internatio nal Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationalt radematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" titl e="Contact form 1"]\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Customs-Procedure s.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:22@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T212138Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/export-documentation-an-o nline-course-37/ SUMMARY:Export Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process the documents required for expor ting goods overseas.\nThe course is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including copies of completed documents) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.\n\nDuring th e course candidates will study the principles and current industry practic es required to ensure that they can process documents thus ensuring they o perate both legally and cost effectively. They will understand the documen ts required for international shipments and transportation and where to go for further help and advice.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n “The Foundations ” including a look at information sources\, legal requirements\, record keeping and software systems\n The significance of documentary content - with specific reference to Incoterms® 2020\, how to prove origin and the commodity code\n Exporters commercial documents - quotations\, invoices a nd packing lists\n The "origin documents" - including UK Country of Origi n\, EU-EUR1s\n Further official export documents – export licences\, pr e-shipment inspection\, and C88 SAD\n Dealing with the freight forwarder - including ECSIs\, SSNs\n The proof of export documents - including Bill s of lading\, AWBs and CMR notes\n Payment mechanisms and a review of the documents needed to ensure payment\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho s hould attend?\n\nThis course is aimed at owner/proprietors of small busine sses that manage their own export and customs processes and personnel who administer the functions within larger organisations. This includes staff working in export administration\, export sales and freight moving who are required to deal with export documents within their organisation.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview \, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. At t he end of the course\, candidates will have received training to ensure th ey can confidently deal with export documents within their organisation th us ensuring both legal compliance and cost effectiveness for all of their exports.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Cha mber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates att ending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the A ward.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber \, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 ( 0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Export-Documentat ion.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:65@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T222944Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-commodity-c odes-an-online-course-27/ SUMMARY:Understanding Commodity Codes - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their pa rts for both import and export. \nIt is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying produ cts using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used e ffectively back in the workplace. \n\nCandidates will\, after attending t his course\, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used f or. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and would have successfully classified a range of goods to gain exp erience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.  \n\nWho should attend?\n\nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers\, those from procurement and technical experts who are respo nsible for identifying commodity codes. \n\nThis leads to an understanding of the duties\, taxes\, and controls required for import and export. Mist akes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overvie w\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. \n \nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Co mmerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nF or more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 333 772 2565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:68@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223534Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-exporting-a n-online-course-34/ SUMMARY:Understanding Exporting - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:The UK is only 2% of global GDP so 98% of the world’s market could be open to you.  The world is more and more connected\, so it is ea sier than it has ever been to trade internationally.\nThis is an introduct ion to Exporting and the practical considerations needed.\n\nThe course co vers the requirements of sales and purchase orders\, an introduction to In coterms\, packaging considerations\, general compliance issues and commodi ty codes. The importance of export documentation is explained\, along with sources of help and guidance.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Commercial conside rations\, pricing and getting paid\n Practicalities including Incoterms® \, packaging\, transportation\, and compliance\n Export documentation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is suitabl e for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who want to grow through international trade.\n\nIt will be valuable for comp anies who are already exporting reactively so they can ensure they have th e correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requiremen ts.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attendin g six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award. \n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, pl ease contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 33 37722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Understanding-Exp orting.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:35@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T214509Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-42/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:78@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T113000 DTSTAMP:20260218T125240Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/building-a-practical-cust oms-trade-compliance-system/ SUMMARY:Building a Practical Customs &\; Trade Compliance System DESCRIPTION:\nBuild a practical customs &\; trade compliance system for your SME using simple controls you can apply immediately.\n\n\n\n\n\nIn to day’s regulatory environment\, companies of every size are expected to t ake reasonable care and demonstrate that they have an effective customs an d trade compliance programme in place.\n\nFor SMEs\, this does not mean bu ilding complex corporate systems. It means having simple\, proportionate c ontrols that protect the business\, meet customer expectations\, and reduc e risk.\n\nJoin Customs Specialist Douglas Mackay on the 15th April at 10a m - 11.30am where he will be delivering this course that has been designed  to help SMEs understand what a practical customs and trade compliance sy stem looks like - and how to build one that works in the real world.\nTrai ning Objectives\nThis session will help SMEs to:\n\n Understand what a cu stoms &\; trade compliance system looks like in practice\n Identify an d prioritise key customs risks\n Apply the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle to build a practical framework\n Recognise essential controls for import ing and exporting\n Understand the Three Lines of Defence model\, scaled appropriately for SMEs\n Integrate ESG\, ethics\, and whistleblowing into trade operations\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\n A clear\, SME-friendly compl iance structure\n How to assess risks around classification\, valuation\, origin\, documentation\, and brokers\n The core policies every trading S ME should have in place\n Simple controls you can implement immediately\n How to monitor compliance without heavy administration\n When and where external support is genuinely needed\n\nAll concepts are brought together using an interactive PDCA case study\, allowing you to see how these elem ents work in a real SME context\, not just in theory. You will also go awa y with a comprehensive written guide on implementing a compliance programm e.\nWho Should Attend\nPerfect for:\n\n SME owners and directors\n Opera tions\, logistics\, and supply-chain teams\n Finance\, quality\, and comp liance leads\n Any business involved in importing or exporting goods\n\nN o prior customs or compliance experience is required.\n\n\nSign up for you r place HERE\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2026/02/Building-a-Practical-Customs-Trade-Compliance-System-1.jp g CATEGORIES:Export Event,General Event,Online Course,Online Event,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:12@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T211113Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/documentary-letters-of-cr edit-an-online-course-37/ SUMMARY:Documentary Letters of Credit - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introduction course covers the ten main types of Letters o f Credit used in international trade from advance payment\, including Sigh t Documentary Collection\, Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.\nOver 75% of first pr esentations to banks against Documentary Letters of Credit are rejected\, resulting in delayed payments to exporters\, additional costs\, and breach ed delivery deadlines.\n\nThis introduction course is suitable for all sta ff who need to have a clear understanding of the procedures required to en sure payments for goods sold on documentary credit terms. Knowledge and un derstanding are reinforced through the use of exercises\, tips on getting the credit you want and working examples of documentary credits.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n What is a Letter of Credit?\n The ten main types of Lette rs of Credit\n Letter of Credit administration and procedure\n Types and levels of security\n Letters of Credit costs\, Letter of Credit content - getting the credit you want\n Examination of documents required for pre sentation\n What can go wrong?\n Top tips for success every time UCP600/ ISBP\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is ideal for personnel who administer the documentation\, sales\, purchasing \, despatch\, logistics\, Freight Forwarders and companies embarking into the export world. It is also an excellent refresher for those already work ing with Letters of Credit and for those going into new territories.\n\nEs sential learning for accounts\, export and sales teams!\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more informati on and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-f orm-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:54@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221552Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/preference-rules-of-origi n-an-online-course-33/ SUMMARY:Preference Rules of Origin - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the admi nistration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of o rigin\, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of i nternational trade in both exporting and importing.\nUnderstanding origin\ , tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation a nd duties\, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are consid ered a serious matter by HMRC. They also lead to duty reliefs\, so getting this right could save you money.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Preference and Non-Preference Origin\n The rules determining preference rules of origin\ n Understanding tariff codes\n Correctly classifying goods with examples \n Import Valuation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n \nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to u nderstand duties\, taxes and compliance. Mistakes in this area can be cost ly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff nee ding a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_preference-origin _Preference-Origin_Preference-Origin.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:43@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220418Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/inward-outward-processing -an-online-course-36/ SUMMARY:Inward &\; Outward Processing - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:If you transport goods into and out of the UK for maintenance o r other processing\, this course explains the HMRC regimes that will enabl e you to save costs.\nThe course will help you understand the advantages o f claiming IPR and OPR\, how commodity codes help\, the documentation requ ired\, and whether AEO may also be helpful for your organisation.\n\nCours e Contents:\n\n Explanation of Inward and Outward Processing\n Advantage s of IPR/OPR\n Commodity Codes\n Documentation required for IPR/OPR\n B enefits of AEO\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nInte rnational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to underst and cost savings that can be made on the goods that come into and out of t he UK for processing.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wantin g an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nConsiderable cost savings can be made in this area\, so it is important you understand the relevance of this to your or ganisation.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive th e Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating cham ber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +4 4 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Inward-Outward-Pr ocessoing.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:29@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T214237Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-39/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Import-Procedures .jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T205454Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/customs-procedures-and-do cumentation-an-online-course-40/ SUMMARY:Customs Procedures and Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This half day\, introductory course is aimed at anyone involved in international trade who needs to understand customs.\nThe course will cover the role of HMRC and practicalities such as the Origin\, Classificat ion\, and Valuation of your goods\, use of documentation including the UK/ EUR1\, free circulation\, AEO\, VAT responsibilities\, and the impact of I ncoterms®. The course also introduces customs entries.\n\nCourse contents :\n\n HMRC and customs procedures\n Origin\, Classification of goods and Valuation of goods\n Duties and taxes (UK Global Tariff)\n The Union Cu stoms Code (UCC).\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nT his course is suitable for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and own ers of businesses who need to understand customs procedures.\n\nIt will en able them to administer documentation correctly\, ensure efficient process es and meet compliance obligations. The course is valuable for both newcom ers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a cre dit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Internatio nal Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationalt radematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" titl e="Contact form 1"]\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Customs-Procedure s.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T211845Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/export-documentation-an-o nline-course-35/ SUMMARY:Export Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process the documents required for expor ting goods overseas.\nThe course is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including copies of completed documents) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.\n\nDuring th e course candidates will study the principles and current industry practic es required to ensure that they can process documents thus ensuring they o perate both legally and cost effectively. They will understand the documen ts required for international shipments and transportation and where to go for further help and advice.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n “The Foundations ” including a look at information sources\, legal requirements\, record keeping and software systems\n The significance of documentary content - with specific reference to Incoterms® 2020\, how to prove origin and the commodity code\n Exporters commercial documents - quotations\, invoices a nd packing lists\n The "origin documents" - including UK Country of Origi n\, EU-EUR1s\n Further official export documents – export licences\, pr e-shipment inspection\, and C88 SAD\n Dealing with the freight forwarder - including ECSIs\, SSNs\n The proof of export documents - including Bill s of lading\, AWBs and CMR notes\n Payment mechanisms and a review of the documents needed to ensure payment\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho s hould attend?\n\nThis course is aimed at owner/proprietors of small busine sses that manage their own export and customs processes and personnel who administer the functions within larger organisations. This includes staff working in export administration\, export sales and freight moving who are required to deal with export documents within their organisation.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview \, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. At t he end of the course\, candidates will have received training to ensure th ey can confidently deal with export documents within their organisation th us ensuring both legal compliance and cost effectiveness for all of their exports.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Cha mber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates att ending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the A ward.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber \, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 ( 0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:64@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T222920Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-commodity-c odes-an-online-course-26/ SUMMARY:Understanding Commodity Codes - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their pa rts for both import and export. \nIt is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying produ cts using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used e ffectively back in the workplace. \n\nCandidates will\, after attending t his course\, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used f or. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and would have successfully classified a range of goods to gain exp erience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.  \n\nWho should attend?\n\nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers\, those from procurement and technical experts who are respo nsible for identifying commodity codes. \n\nThis leads to an understanding of the duties\, taxes\, and controls required for import and export. Mist akes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overvie w\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. \n \nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Co mmerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nF or more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 333 772 2565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2022/08/international-trade-training_understanding-commodity-code s-social-2.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223724Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-exporting-a n-online-course-35/ SUMMARY:Understanding Exporting - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:The UK is only 2% of global GDP so 98% of the world’s market could be open to you.  The world is more and more connected\, so it is ea sier than it has ever been to trade internationally.\nThis is an introduct ion to Exporting and the practical considerations needed.\n\nThe course co vers the requirements of sales and purchase orders\, an introduction to In coterms\, packaging considerations\, general compliance issues and commodi ty codes. The importance of export documentation is explained\, along with sources of help and guidance.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Commercial conside rations\, pricing and getting paid\n Practicalities including Incoterms® \, packaging\, transportation\, and compliance\n Export documentation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is suitabl e for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who want to grow through international trade.\n\nIt will be valuable for comp anies who are already exporting reactively so they can ensure they have th e correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requiremen ts.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attendin g six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award. \n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, pl ease contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 33 37722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Understanding-Exp orting.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:24@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T212738Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-47/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Import-Procedures .jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:10@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T210952Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/documentary-letters-of-cr edit-an-online-course-36/ SUMMARY:Documentary Letters of Credit - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introduction course covers the ten main types of Letters o f Credit used in international trade from advance payment\, including Sigh t Documentary Collection\, Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.\nOver 75% of first pr esentations to banks against Documentary Letters of Credit are rejected\, resulting in delayed payments to exporters\, additional costs\, and breach ed delivery deadlines.\n\nThis introduction course is suitable for all sta ff who need to have a clear understanding of the procedures required to en sure payments for goods sold on documentary credit terms. Knowledge and un derstanding are reinforced through the use of exercises\, tips on getting the credit you want and working examples of documentary credits.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n What is a Letter of Credit?\n The ten main types of Lette rs of Credit\n Letter of Credit administration and procedure\n Types and levels of security\n Letters of Credit costs\, Letter of Credit content - getting the credit you want\n Examination of documents required for pre sentation\n What can go wrong?\n Top tips for success every time UCP600/ ISBP\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is ideal for personnel who administer the documentation\, sales\, purchasing \, despatch\, logistics\, Freight Forwarders and companies embarking into the export world. It is also an excellent refresher for those already work ing with Letters of Credit and for those going into new territories.\n\nEs sential learning for accounts\, export and sales teams!\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more informati on and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-f orm-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:53@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T221446Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/preference-rules-of-origi n-an-online-course-34/ SUMMARY:Preference Rules of Origin - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the admi nistration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of o rigin\, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of i nternational trade in both exporting and importing.\nUnderstanding origin\ , tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation a nd duties\, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are consid ered a serious matter by HMRC. They also lead to duty reliefs\, so getting this right could save you money.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Preference and Non-Preference Origin\n The rules determining preference rules of origin\ n Understanding tariff codes\n Correctly classifying goods with examples \n Import Valuation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n \nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to u nderstand duties\, taxes and compliance. Mistakes in this area can be cost ly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff nee ding a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_preference-origin _Preference-Origin_Preference-Origin.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:42@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220318Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/inward-outward-processing -an-online-course-35/ SUMMARY:Inward &\; Outward Processing - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:If you transport goods into and out of the UK for maintenance o r other processing\, this course explains the HMRC regimes that will enabl e you to save costs.\nThe course will help you understand the advantages o f claiming IPR and OPR\, how commodity codes help\, the documentation requ ired\, and whether AEO may also be helpful for your organisation.\n\nCours e Contents:\n\n Explanation of Inward and Outward Processing\n Advantage s of IPR/OPR\n Commodity Codes\n Documentation required for IPR/OPR\n B enefits of AEO\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nInte rnational trade and finance administrators and managers needing to underst and cost savings that can be made on the goods that come into and out of t he UK for processing.\n\nThis course is valuable for both newcomers wantin g an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nConsiderable cost savings can be made in this area\, so it is important you understand the relevance of this to your or ganisation.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive th e Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating cham ber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +4 4 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Inward-Outward-Pr ocessoing.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:40@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T215645Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/import-procedures-an-onli ne-course-33/ SUMMARY:Import Procedures - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This introductory course is aimed at those involved in the impo rting of goods.\nThe course will cover import documentation and procedures \, commercial considerations\, the importance of your purchase order\, cal culating VAT and duty\, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown\, along with an i ntroduction to duty regimes to help importers.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Im port documentation and procedures\n The three import duty drivers: valuat ion\, origin and classification\n Calculating VAT and duty\n Incoterms® \n Customs regimes and import controls\n Sources of help and advice\n\nW ho should attend?\n\nThis introductory course is suitable for administrato rs\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an int roduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on curr ent requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Inte rnational Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internat ionaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281 " title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Import-Procedures .jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T205554Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/customs-procedures-and-do cumentation-an-online-course-39/ SUMMARY:Customs Procedures and Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:This half day\, introductory course is aimed at anyone involved in international trade who needs to understand customs.\nThe course will cover the role of HMRC and practicalities such as the Origin\, Classificat ion\, and Valuation of your goods\, use of documentation including the UK/ EUR1\, free circulation\, AEO\, VAT responsibilities\, and the impact of I ncoterms®. The course also introduces customs entries.\n\nCourse contents :\n\n HMRC and customs procedures\n Origin\, Classification of goods and Valuation of goods\n Duties and taxes (UK Global Tariff)\n The Union Cu stoms Code (UCC).\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nT his course is suitable for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and own ers of businesses who need to understand customs procedures.\n\nIt will en able them to administer documentation correctly\, ensure efficient process es and meet compliance obligations. The course is valuable for both newcom ers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.\n\nEach course can also count as a cre dit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in Internatio nal Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationalt radematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" titl e="Contact form 1"]\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Customs-Procedure s.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:15@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T211535Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/export-documentation-an-o nline-course-34/ SUMMARY:Export Documentation - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process the documents required for expor ting goods overseas.\nThe course is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including copies of completed documents) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.\n\nDuring th e course candidates will study the principles and current industry practic es required to ensure that they can process documents thus ensuring they o perate both legally and cost effectively. They will understand the documen ts required for international shipments and transportation and where to go for further help and advice.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n “The Foundations ” including a look at information sources\, legal requirements\, record keeping and software systems\n The significance of documentary content - with specific reference to Incoterms® 2020\, how to prove origin and the commodity code\n Exporters commercial documents - quotations\, invoices a nd packing lists\n The "origin documents" - including UK Country of Origi n\, EU-EUR1s\n Further official export documents – export licences\, pr e-shipment inspection\, and C88 SAD\n Dealing with the freight forwarder - including ECSIs\, SSNs\n The proof of export documents - including Bill s of lading\, AWBs and CMR notes\n Payment mechanisms and a review of the documents needed to ensure payment\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho s hould attend?\n\nThis course is aimed at owner/proprietors of small busine sses that manage their own export and customs processes and personnel who administer the functions within larger organisations. This includes staff working in export administration\, export sales and freight moving who are required to deal with export documents within their organisation.\n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview \, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. At t he end of the course\, candidates will have received training to ensure th ey can confidently deal with export documents within their organisation th us ensuring both legal compliance and cost effectiveness for all of their exports.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Cha mber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates att ending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the A ward.\n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber \, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 ( 0) 3337722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Export-Documentat ion.jpg CATEGORIES:Chamber Event,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:62@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T222831Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-commodity-c odes-an-online-course-25/ SUMMARY:Understanding Commodity Codes - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:An introductory course providing candidates with fundamental sk ills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their pa rts for both import and export. \nIt is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying produ cts using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used e ffectively back in the workplace. \n\nCandidates will\, after attending t his course\, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used f or. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and would have successfully classified a range of goods to gain exp erience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.  \n\nWho should attend?\n\nInternational trade and finance administrators and managers\, those from procurement and technical experts who are respo nsible for identifying commodity codes. \n\nThis leads to an understanding of the duties\, taxes\, and controls required for import and export. Mist akes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overvie w\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. \n \nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Co mmerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.\n\nF or more information and to find your local participating chamber\, please contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 333 772 2565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2022/08/international-trade-training_understanding-commodity-code s-social-2.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:70@internationaltradematters.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T123000 DTSTAMP:20260112T223612Z URL:https://internationaltradematters.com/events/understanding-exporting-a n-online-course-36/ SUMMARY:Understanding Exporting - An Online Course DESCRIPTION:The UK is only 2% of global GDP so 98% of the world’s market could be open to you.  The world is more and more connected\, so it is ea sier than it has ever been to trade internationally.\nThis is an introduct ion to Exporting and the practical considerations needed.\n\nThe course co vers the requirements of sales and purchase orders\, an introduction to In coterms\, packaging considerations\, general compliance issues and commodi ty codes. The importance of export documentation is explained\, along with sources of help and guidance.\n\nCourse Contents:\n\n Commercial conside rations\, pricing and getting paid\n Practicalities including Incoterms® \, packaging\, transportation\, and compliance\n Export documentation\n Sources of help and advice\n\nWho should attend?\n\nThis course is suitabl e for administrators\, managers\, directors\, and owners of businesses who want to grow through international trade.\n\nIt will be valuable for comp anies who are already exporting reactively so they can ensure they have th e correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations. \n\nThe course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview\, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requiremen ts.\n\nEach course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade.  Candidates attendin g six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award. \n\nFor more information and to find your local participating chamber\, pl ease contact us on:\n\ninfo@internationaltradematters.com\n\nT: +44 (0) 33 37722565\n\n[contact-form-7 id="2281" title="Contact form 1"] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://internationaltradematters.com/wp-content /uploads/2021/11/international-trade-training-series-BCC_Understanding-Exp orting.jpg CATEGORIES:Ayrshire,Chamber Event,Chambers Wales,Devon & Plymouth,Dorset,Glasgow,Greater Manchester,Hampshire,London,Online Course,Online Event,Sussex END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251026T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260329T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR