International Trade and Business Management Program with Practicum

This program has specialized international trade courses that will provide students with the necessary skills to be competitive in today’s job market.

Industry sources believe that employment growth for this occupational group will be above average. New positions are being created as trade grows. According to industry sources, finding qualified workers to fill openings in this field is difficult, hence our focus on international trade courses.

International Trade and Business Management employees work in importing and exporting all kinds of goods. They prepare and process import/export documents and other forms for clients, according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.

Brokers must offer their customers a high level of service by using the most up-to-date knowledge and tools. New methods allow brokers to be more productive and to respond to market conditions faster.

They arrange for the payment of fees associated with transporting, storing and importing goods. They also provide advice to clients on export and import restrictions, tariff systems, letters of credit, insurance requirements, and other customs-related matters.

In some cases, they may represent clients before administrative tribunals or in other dealings with government officials. Most use computerized information management systems and online computer networks, such as the internet, to communicate and gather information.

Sprott Shaw College has partnered with FITT to offer the FITTskills program. FITT (Forum for International Trade Training) is an international trade training and professional certification body. As the only organization of its kind in the world, FITT sets the standards and designs the training programs leading to the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation.