Executive Diploma in Export Trade Finance

Overview

The program will enable students to demonstrate practical knowledge and understanding of complex issues related to international trade products. It is ideal for individuals new to export as well as experienced exporters, providing them with a comprehensive foundation in key areas of foreign trade.

The primary objective of this course is to equip competent individuals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and foundation to pursue rewarding careers in the rapidly expanding field of Import & Export Management. It is designed to provide the knowledge, tools, and techniques required to manage all technical aspects of foreign trade effectively.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the Executive Diploma in Export Trade Finance program, students will be able to:

To understand the nature of exporting and the challenges that may arise.
To become familiar with different types of documents used in foreign trade, including those typically required by customs, the requirements for each, and how to fill them out correctly.
To learn about the responsibilities of exporters and importers under Incoterms 2010 and how Incoterms are used in international trade transactions.
To understand the roles of the World Customs Organization and the World Trade Organization.
To understand the dynamics of export business finance options and structured trade finance.
To become knowledgeable about the various methods of payment used in international trade, including their differences, advantages, and disadvantages for both importers and exporters.
To understand what documentary collections are and how they work.
To understand the importance of documentary credits in international trade, how they work, and the obligations of the parties involved.
To explore the various options for both pre-export and post-export finance.
To understand the fundamentals of international marketing and strategies for entering export markets.
To become familiar with different types of bonds and guarantees and how they operate.
To understand the different methods for managing exchange risk and country risk.
To understand quality control in the export of agricultural commodities, solid minerals, and finished goods.
To learn how international contracts are used in trade transactions.
To understand how to set up and manage an export department.

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Course Structure

Duration: 3 months
Study Time: 1.5 hours per day (equivalent to 90 hours total)

Course Modules

The course is structured into three months, with each month offering a carefully designed module that builds on the knowledge from the previous month, ensuring a steady and practical learning progression.

Module 1:

ETF1.01 – Preparations and Introduction to Export Business
ETF1.02 – Planning and Principles of Export Business Success
ETF1.03 – Products and Potential of Export Business in Nigeria
ETF1.04 – People & Parties in International Trade
ETF1.05 – Purchase Orders and Contracts in International Trade

Module 2:

ETF2.01 – Paperwork in Export Business-1: Transport & Insurance Documents
ETF2.02 – Paperwork in Export Business-2: Official/Regulatory Documents
ETF2.03 – Paperwork in Export Business-3: Financial & Commercial Documents
ETF2.04 – Processes, Pricing, and Incoterms in Export Business
ETF2.05 – Payment Methods and Digitalization in International Trade

Module 3:

ETF3.01 – Principles and Practice of Export Business Financing
ETF3.02 – Payment Instruments – Guarantee and Standby Letter of Credit
ETF3.03 – Protection of Export Credit Insurance & Mitigation of Export Risks
ETF3.04 – Preventing Trade Based Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing
ETF3.05 – Program Revision and End-of-Course Assessment

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