As your company grows, there’s a potential to expand overseas to maximise your company reach and make more sales. However, this expansion will come with complications and challenges which you may not have considered financially.
It’s important that you approach an international move with research, data, and confidence. You will need to understand the terminology used, the financial differences across different countries, and your taxation implications.
It's also important to develop a sound structure logistically with supply chains and work with trusted suppliers. International trade focuses on specific areas of importance, which change over time. These areas can pose financial risks if not considered in their entirety. You should think about the sustainability of your overseas operations, the roles and responsibilities of your team, effective remote communication, and up-to-date technology that could help facilitate your trading.
This course will help you to update your knowledge of trade terms, contractual obligations, trade legislations, and how your business could be financially affected by trading overseas.
This course is designed for anyone responsible for trade finance or the development of international trade processes within an organisation. It would be most beneficial for:
This course uses a variety of adult learning techniques to aid full comprehension and understanding. Participants will review real-world international financial plans and examine the positives and negatives of each strategic model. They will also be presented with various software options to help with remote communication, record-keeping, and risk assessments.
Participants will work in teams to conduct role-playing activities to negotiate contracts and construct contingency plans. They will develop their communication methods and develop strategies for maintaining good relationships and tracking financial models. Finally, they will create a project plan to flag potential risk areas and present positive solutions.