Import/Export & Trade Compliance
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Import/Export & Trade Compliance
About the Course
This course provides professionals involved in international trade with the knowledge and
practical skills to manage import and export operations effectively and in full compliance with
applicable regulations. Participants will explore customs procedures, trade documentation, tariff
classification, trade agreements, and the legal and regulatory frameworks governing cross-border
trade in the East African and global context.
Target Participants
- ● Import and export officers and managers
- ● Customs and trade compliance professionals
- ● Procurement and supply chain managers
- ● Logistics and freight forwarding professionals
- ● Finance and accounts professionals involved in trade
- ● Business owners engaged in international trade
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the principles and regulations governing international trade
- ● Manage import and export documentation accurately
- ● Apply customs procedures and tariff classification
- ● Navigate trade agreements and preferential tariff arrangements
- ● Ensure compliance with import and export regulations
- ● Manage customs duties, taxes, and trade finance
- ● Work effectively with customs agents and freight forwarders
- ● Handle trade disputes, audits, and penalties
- ● Apply incoterms correctly in trade transactions
- ● Manage trade compliance risk and build a compliance framework
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Foundations of International Trade
- ● Overview of international trade and its importance
- ● Key players in import and export transactions
- ● The regulatory landscape for international trade
- ● Trade flows and balance of payments concepts
- ● Trade in the East African and African Continental context
Import and Export Documentation
- ● Key trade documents: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading
- ● Certificates of origin and their importance
- ● Letters of credit and trade finance documents
- ● Export lincences and import permits
- ● Managing document accuracy and compliance
Customs Procedures and Tariff Classification
- ● Overview of customs procedures and clearance processes
- ● The Harmonized System (HS) for tariff classification
- ● Duties, taxes, and levies on imports and exports
- ● Managing customs declarations and entries
Trade Agreements and Preferential Trade
- ● Overview of regional and international trade agreements
- ● EAC, COMESA, AfCFTA, and their implications
- ● Rules of origin and preferential tariff arrangements
- ● Using trade agreements to reduce costs
- ● Monitoring changes in trade policy and agreements
Incoterms and Trade Finance
- ● What are Incoterms and why they matter
- ● Key Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP
- ● Applying Incoterms correctly in contracts and transactions
- ● Trade finance instruments: letters of credit, guarantees, and insurance
- ● Trade finance instruments: letters of credit, guarantees, and insurance
- ● Managing payment risk in international trade
Trade Compliance Risk and Governance
- ● Building a trade compliance framework
- ● Managing import and export control regulations
- ● Sanctions, embargoes, and restricted party screening
- ● Handling customs audits, disputes, and penalties
- ● Staying current with changes in trade regulations
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.