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21 May

Preference Rules of Origin

13:30 - 16:30

This introduction course is aimed at those involved in the administration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of origin, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of international trade in both exporting and importing. Understanding origin, tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation and duties, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are considered a serious matter by HMRC.
21 May

Understanding Commodity Codes

09:30 - 13:30

An introduction course providing candidates with fundamental skills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their parts for both import and export. It is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying products using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.
18 June

Managing Agents and Distributors

09:30 - 12:30

This course is designed for sales teams, administrators and managers planning international growth through Agents and Distributors overseas. The course covers the differences between Agents and Distributors, advantages and disadvantages of each, what to consider when appointing them, and an introduction to the legal implications.
23 June

Introduction to International Trade

10:00 - 16:00

Areas covered: The Export Process The different stages of exporting goods Overview of the customs process Customs Entries
25 June

Online Webinar – Applying for Certificates of Origin and EUR1s

10:00 - 11:00

8 September

Introduction to Import procedures

09:30 - 12:30

This introduction course is aimed at those involved in the importing of goods. The course will cover import documentation and procedures, commercial considerations, the importance of your purchase order, calculating VAT and duty, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown, along with an introduction to duty regimes to help importers.
8 September

INCOTERMS

13:30 - 16:30

An introduction to Incoterms® and their importance to international trade. Understand the history and purpose of Incoterms®, how they are used, the practical issues to be considered, and sources of additional help and information. Commercial matters will also be discussed including the impact of Incoterms® on costs and profitability. The definition of each Incoterm® will be covered as well as practical topics such why EXW is not suitable for international trade. An understanding of Incoterms® is fundamental to international trade.
16 September

Skills Bootcamp in International Trade

09:00 - 17:00

Funded by Lancashire Skills & Employment Hub and the UK Government, the Skills Bootcamp in International Trade is a comprehensive Level 3 course, covering import and export procedures; documentation and compliance; and factors affecting export growth.
22 September

Understanding Exports

09:30 - 00:30

This popular course is aimed at people involved with export sales, payment, documentation, dispatch and import/export activities. It also provides an excellent opportunity for import/export supervisors and managers to acquire a good understanding of the work carried out by their staff.
22 September

Inward & Outward processing

13:30 - 16:30

If you transport goods into and out of the UK for maintenance or other processing, this course explains the HMRC regimes that will enable you to save costs. The course helps you understand the advantages of claiming IPR and OPR, how commodity codes help, the documentation required, and whether AEO may also be helpful for your organisation.

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