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International Trade Training and Events
International Trade Training
International Trade Training
Our international trade training programmes are designed to give businesses the confidence, knowledge and practical tools they need to succeed globally. Delivered by experienced trade professionals, our sessions cover key topics such as exporting fundamentals, customs procedures, documentation, Incoterms®, and navigating international markets. Whether you’re new to international trade or looking to deepen your expertise, our training provides clear, practical guidance you can apply straight away.
Training
Our calendar is full of International Trade training courses, as well as BCC accredited courses.
All our courses are open to members and non-members, with members receiving discounted rates on all training. We can also arrange in-house training to suit your business needs.
Our course topics include:
-Export Documentation
-Import Documentation
-Incoterms 2020
-Rules of Origin
-Customs Procedures & Documentation
-Letters of Credit & Methods of Payment
-Understanding Commodity Codes
-Inward & Outward Processing & Returns Goods Relief (RGR)
See all our international trade trainingThe Exporter’s Roadmap: Steps to Successfully Ship Internationally (Workshop Series)
This six-part online workshop series provides a step-by-step practical guide for businesses and individuals looking to understand and improve their export processes. Designed for beginners and experienced exporters alike, the programme covers every stage of exporting—from market research to compliance and record-keeping.
Workshop Topics:
Workshop 1: Market Research & Customer Communication
Workshop 2: Sale Success
Workshop 3: Preparing to Move the Goods – Documentary Requirements
Workshop 4: Moving the Goods – Logistics & Freight
Workshop 5: Customs Procedures & Formalities
Workshop 6: Compliance Auditing & Record Keeping
Programme Details & Costs:
The workshops are delivered as six 2-hour online Zoom sessions, held from 9:30am to 11:30am. Participants have the flexibility to attend the full programme as a block or select individual workshops that best suit their needs. Discounted rates are available for block bookings.
Block Booking: £795 + VAT (members), £1500 + VAT (non-members)
Per Workshop: £170 + VAT (members), £280 + VAT (non-members)
By the end, participants will have a complete and actionable understanding of how to export goods internationally in a compliant, efficient, and professional manner.
Find out moreBespoke Training
With the help from our expert trainer, we are able to offer Bespoke Training to our Lincolnshire businesses, both online and face to face.
Key topics the training can include are:
– Exporting
– Importing
– Letters of Credit
– Methods of Payment
– Understanding Logistics
– Commodity Codes & Classification
– Customs Procedures & Documentation
– Incoterms 2020
– Understanding Rules of Origin
– Finance/VAT
International Trade Events
Our international trade events bring businesses together with industry experts, policymakers and trade professionals to share insight, experience and opportunity. From briefings and seminars to networking events and market-focused sessions, our events are designed to keep businesses informed, connected and ready to respond to global trade challenges and opportunities.
Webinars
For more bitesize refresher style training, we are able to offer short online webinars covering the key elements of trading internationally. These topics include preparing for customs audits, health certificates and documentation. As well as topics associated with key upcoming changes and requirements businesses will need to be aware of to be able to trade internationally.
Roundtables
An opportunity for participants to get together in an informal setting to examine issues relating to international trade opportunities in specific countries and sectors. We will be looking at countries/regions where there is a new trade agreement signed as well as countries of interest to our members
We will be exploring:
– Doing business in the selected country
– Exploring Business opportunities
– How to find distributors/agents
– How to access information, and more…
Lincolnshire’s Global Business Banquet
Take a look at the fantastic evening that showcased the strength and diversity of Lincolnshire’s internationally trading businesses, with great opportunities to learn from the expert speakers, share experiences and connect with likeminded businesses.
Events like this really do highlight the important role Chambers of Commerce play in supporting businesses on their international journey. The wide range of services and support available through the British Chambers network, is invaluable in helping businesses grow both nationally and internationally
Nothing motivates us more than hearing how our event made an impact:
“As a first-time attendee at a Chamber event, I was initially sceptical about the opportunities it might provide and the value for money. I can honestly say I’m now fully bought in and can see the benefits these relationships and events bring, not just in terms of business opportunities, but also in sharing knowledge and advice to help local businesses grow, which can ultimately create future opportunities for us as well.” – LV Logisitcs
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