The Diploma of International Trade
Helping you grow your exports
International trade offers one of the most diverse, satisfying and potentially rewarding career paths you could choose.
Wtih the rapid expansion of world trade, the future is particularly bright for those who have taken the professional route and obtained internationally recognised qualifications.
The Global Standard
The Diploma of International Trade is the Global Standard for International Trade Professionals worldwide.
Having this qualification will put you on a par with your counterparts overseas.
The New Zealand School of Export is the only organisation in New Zealand to have achieved Accredited Provider Status from IATTO - the International Association of Trade Training Organisations.
Focus on the real world
Both the Certificate and Diploma are professional qualifications for people working in international trade.
Based on best practice and focused on the real world of global trade, these qualifications provide trade practitioners and their businesses with knowledge and practical skills that can be applied immediately, enabling them to achieve a competitive advantage in the international marketplace.
What will you learn?
To learn more about what the course covers read more on Course content.
By the end of the Diploma of International Trade you will have learned everything you need to produce a comprehensive International Business Plan and will know how to:
- Understand the global context within which international trade takes place
- Devise and implement an export strategy for any chosen market
- Develop export costing, pricing, product, promotion and distribution
- Develop and implement an effective export-marketing plan
- Decide on the right course of action for financing export deals
- Analyse a balance sheet and income statement of potential buyers/suppliers
- Develop an effective income and expenditure budget for export
- Make policies regarding the management of personnel at home and overseas
- Integrate your international trade activity within your business
I'm short of time - would you be better off doing a short course?
It depends. If you want a short injection of 'Exporting 101' then you might prefer a short course. However, if you are really serious about growing your exports and developing your own knowledge and skills - you need to invest the time.
A one or two day course can give you the basics, but you certainly will not develop the level of knowledge and skill required to carry out all the tasks listed above, in only a couple of days.
Study by Distance Learning
The Diploma of International Trade is delivered through distance learning to meet the particular needs of exporters working within New Zealand or offshore.
Click here to find out more about the way in which the course works, how many hours you have to study and assessment: Study and assessment by distance learning.
A Supportive Learning Environment
Those enrolled in the Diploma of International Trade are supported by Personal Tutors and a network of Adjunct Faculty who are both professionally qualified and have wide experience in their specialist area.
This means you can call on people who have practical knowledge of how to solve the problems faced by exporters.
Plus, all School staff have completed the Diploma whilst working full time - so we know what our exporters are going through!
Free Export Library and Information Service (ELIS)
Exporters enrolled with the School also have privileged access to our specialist Export Library and Information Service (ELIS) whichis staffed by a full-time librarian. Using ELIS will save you time and help you make better informed decisions about your business.
IATTO Designation
After completing the Diploma of International Trade, exporters are eligible for the IATTO International Trade Professional designation which is accepted as the standard of excellence for global business, as well as the New Zealand School of Export Global Trade Professional designation. Talk to us to find out more: info@export.ac.nz or call: 06 356 5656.
Scholarships
Due to prudent financial management, fees for the Diploma have been held at the same level since 2007.
As befits our charitable status, the School is now able to offer a range of Scholarships to help you grow your export business. Find out more at: Scholarships.
Does this sound like the course for you?
If you think this might be the course for you, read more about the Diploma here: Studying with the New Zealand School of Export or contact us: info@export.ac.nz or call 06 356 5656 - we would love to hear from you!
What are you waiting for?
There is no better time to invest in your career and your business - contact us now!
Download a PDF of our information pack:
Information Pack.pdf(859.41 KB) or Information Pack - International.pdf(821.58 KB)
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