Crossing Borders and Managing Customs

Global Value Chain

Crossing Borders and Managing Customs

Shipping across borders involves keeping track of many various agencies, laws, regulations and customs. Learn how customs and border security agencies function, which steps you need to follow to comply with all customs regulations, protocols and programs, and how customs brokers can help.

You’ll learn:

  • The role of customs and border security agencies & trade facilitation programs
  • Customs and border clearance processes
  • Single window customs and border security services
  • The role of customs brokers

Free resources included:

  • Downloadable PDF covering all key concepts in the unit
  • Video content featuring a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) exploring key concepts and providing practical context through real-world examples

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Documents and the International Trade Transaction

Which documents do you need to meet legal and regulatory requirements and avoid financial penalties or customs issues on your cross-border shipments? Learn how to properly complete, submit, and manage all required documents, dotting every “I” and crossing every “T”.
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Before exporting your products, you need a cost and pricing strategy to ensure your transactions will be viable. Learn how Incoterms® and HS codes can affect your costs, and set your pricing strategy based on market, environmental and internal factors.
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Establishing Sales Channels to International Markets

Learn about each available sales channel to reach your international markets, as well as how to select which option(s) are best for you, manage your sales relationships and abide by laws applying to your products or services.
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Selecting a Market Entry Strategy

Want to move into a new market, but aren’t sure what to do next, or how to manage the potential risks and costs? Learn about the strengths and weaknesses of each market entry option, and the accompanying process you need to take to select the strategy that will work best for you.
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