Building Blocks of Trade Compliance Jun 1, 2026

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Building Blocks of Trade Compliance June 1, 2026

This International Trade Fundamentals Course is intended to provide a fundamental overview of international trade compliance for both import and export transactions. This is a great way to build a foundation towards understanding what it takes to import products, ship products globally, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements.

Starts June 1
4-Week Program | Live webinars on Thursdays

E-learning course material, quizzes, and live webinars on Thursdays.

You will earn a certificate of completion and a Digital Trade Badge.

Please note:  This course is NOT intended to help individuals start an import/export business. This course covers the rules and practical issues that arise from importing and exporting merchandise, rather than the marketing, sourcing, purchasing, or other business functions involved in starting a physical business or e-commerce store.

Building Blocks of International Trade Course Agenda

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Recorded Video (own time) | Live Webinar (one ea. week) | Exam (own time)

Week 1 – Foundation of Trade Compliance
  1. Logistics/Modes of Transportation
  2. Service Providers
  3. Documents for International Transaction
  4. Harmonized Tariff
  5. Valuation
  6. Recordkeeping
Week 2 – Importing to the United States
  1. Entry of Merchandise
  2. Types of Entry
  3. Enforcement & Penalties
  4. Customs
  5. Duties, taxes, & fees
Week 3 – Exporting to the United States
  1. Export Order Process
  2. Export Controls
  3. Packing/Packaging
  4. Insurance
  5. Reporting the Export
  6. Penalties
  7. Recordkeeping
Week 4 – General Trade Compliance
  1. ACE
  2. Security
  3. Incoterms
  4. Free Trade Agreements
  5. Country of Origin
  6. Risk Assessment
  7. Getting Paid
  8. Contracts & Dispute Resolution

The Building Blocks of Trade Compliance course will run for 4 weeks.
The plan for each week is as follows:

  • Participants are responsible for viewing a short video (45-90 minutes) prior to the day of the webinar of that week.
  • On Thursdays, participants will attend a 2-hour live webinar with the instructor to discuss the video (Step 1) and for Q&A.
  • The participant will take the exam on the topics discussed.
  • Steps 1-3 will be repeated for three more weeks (for a total of four weeks).

A hybrid course, also known as a blended course, uses recorded materials to be viewed by students on their own time in combination with live interactive web-based online meetings with the instructor for discussions and Q&A.

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Event Details

4-Week Program: JUN 1 2026

Includes:

  • Trade Digital Badge from GTC

  • 4-week Course Material – Recorded videos (60-90 minutes)

  • Weekly live webinar (2 hrs)

  • Exams (Take at your own time)

BBTC Weekly Schedule

Week One
– Building a Foundation Video Lesson Available
– Attend Live Office Hours Session
– Weekly Quiz Posted: Submit Your Answers by Sunday

Week Two
– Importing Video Lesson Available
– Attend Live Office Hours Session
– Weekly Quiz Posted: Submit Your Answers by Sunday

Week Three
 – Exporting Video Lesson Available
– Attend Live Office Hours Session
 – Weekly Quiz Posted: Submit Your Answers by Sunday

Week Four
– Closing the Loop Video Available
 – Attend Live Office Hours Session
 – Weekly Quiz Posted: Submit Your Answers by Sunday

👥 Hear from previous attendees:

” I really liked the live session. I enjoyed hearing a bit about everyone else and how they got where they are in the industry. There are so many different options and paths available. I really like Trudy a lot. I think she is a great presenter, very knowledgeable, and brings wonderful energy to the group. She takes what could be boring or overwhelming because of all the details, and makes it interesting and engaging.”

“This has been very educational and productive. I would recommend to anyone looking to gather more knowledge in this field.”

“Great course, I learned a lot. I will definitely recommend this course to my colleagues. Thank you all!!!”

Date: June 1, 2026

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INSTRUCTOR
Trudy Wilson

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