Training on Global Trade Compliance & Tariff Management
Build expertise in global trade compliance and tariff management to reduce risk and optimize duty costs.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Dakar
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides a structured understanding of global trade compliance and tariff management in an increasingly complex regulatory and geopolitical environment. Participants gain insight into international trade regulations, customs compliance, tariff classification, valuation, rules of origin, trade agreements, and duty optimization strategies. The course supports organizations in minimizing compliance risks, managing costs, and enabling efficient cross-border trade operations.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend:
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Trade compliance and customs professionals
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Procurement, supply chain, and logistics managers
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Finance, tax, and risk management professionals
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Import/export and international trade officers
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Policy and regulatory affairs professionals
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand global trade compliance frameworks and obligations
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Apply tariff classification and customs valuation principles
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Manage rules of origin and trade agreement requirements
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Identify duty optimization and cost-reduction opportunities
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Strengthen trade compliance governance and risk management
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Global Trade Compliance Fundamentals
- Overview of international trade regulations
- Role of customs authorities and compliance obligations
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Case Study: Trade compliance violations and penalties
- Practical: Mapping trade compliance responsibilities
Module 2: Tariff Classification & Customs Valuation
- Harmonized System (HS) codes and tariff schedules
- Customs valuation methods and pricing considerations
- Common classification and valuation errors
- Case Study: Misclassification leading to duty underpayment
- Practical: Classifying goods using HS codes
Module 3: Rules of Origin & Trade Agreements
- Preferential vs non-preferential rules of origin
- Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and regional trade blocs
- Documentation and certification requirements
- Case Study: Loss of FTA benefits due to origin errors
- Practical: Determining origin eligibility
Module 4: Tariff Management & Duty Optimization
- Tariff engineering and duty drawback programs
- Managing tariff changes and trade remedies
- Impact of sanctions and trade restrictions
- Case Study: Tariff increases and cost management strategies
- Practical: Developing a tariff management plan
Module 5: Trade Compliance Risk, Audits & Governance
- Trade compliance risk assessment
- Internal controls, audits, and record keeping
- Technology and automation in trade compliance
- Case Study: Customs audits and compliance failures
- Practical: Designing a trade compliance governance framework
Where the change lands
Personal Impact:
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Enhanced understanding of trade compliance and tariff management
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Improved analytical and regulatory interpretation skills
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Increased confidence in managing cross-border trade risks
Organizational Impact:
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Reduced compliance risks and penalties
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Optimized duty costs and improved cash flow
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More efficient and predictable global trade operations
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DakarNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dar es Salaam | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Nakuru | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Pretoria | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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