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Importing & Procedures

21
21 November 2024
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9:30am - 1:30pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 6: Importing & Procedures This module is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the import process for both novice and experienced importers. The workshop will cover four key modules,...
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Importance of International Documentation

26
26 November 2024
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9:30am - 1:00pm
Are you curious about the fascinating world of international trade? Do you dream of navigating the global marketplace with confidence? Our new Trade Expert Training Academy online program is your passport to success! Module 11: Importance of International Documentation This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the importance of customs...
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Ambassador Networking Tour

26
26 November 2024
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10:30am - 3:00pm
One of our most successful events of 2023 is back for 2024. Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to once again invite you to our Ambassador Cruise Line Networking Tour, this time on their new ship Ambition.

As Britain's youngest cruise line, Ambassador has already made its mark on the world of cruising. It...
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Understanding the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

27
27 November 2024
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10:00am - 11:00am
The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force in October 2023, with EU importers now obligated to report on the specific embedded emissions of certain goods. If the goods you export to the EU fall under the scope of CBAM, your customers will be expecting this emissions data...
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Improving your Facebook Skills Workshop

28
28 November 2024
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you know how to get the most out of Facebook for your business? Facebook is the world’s largest social media platform. It has around 50 million active users in the UK and is popular with people of all regions, income levels, genders, and educational backgrounds.

Not many of us have the...
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Finding International & Global Opportunities

2
2 December 2024
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 7: Finding International & Global Opportunities This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the importance of research including social media to find opportunities in global trade. ► Website
► Social...
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Understanding Rules Of Origin Training

3
3 December 2024
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9:30am - 12:30pm
This virtual half day course will explain all aspects of the Rules of Origin and Trade Agreements and how to understand and comply with them to help companies be more competitive in export markets.

Rules of Origin are the major factor in FTA agreements and we will learn how this is...
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Master the eCert Platform – Elevate Your Certification Management!

3
3 December 2024
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10:30am - 12:30pm
Are you ready to streamline your certification process and enhance your efficiency? Join our eCert platform training and discover how to leverage all the features at your fingertips. This hands-on session is perfect for both beginners and experienced users looking to sharpen your skills, this session will cover all the...
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Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Webinar

4
4 December 2024
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10:00am - 11:00am
Join us and our Members, Practical HR, to understand the responsibilities businesses now have to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

On 26th October 2024, a new duty came into effect whereby every employer has a legal duty to proactively prevent sexual harassment.
 
If you fail to meet the new duty, you...
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Import Procedures & Documentation Training

5
5 December 2024
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9:30am - 12:30pm
International markets offer huge Import opportunities for UK businesses.
Finding and developing new markets for products is a hugely valuable avenue for expansion and makes international trade an excellent means of growth.

Selling internationally is very complex but – as with most things – easy with help and appropriate training.

This virtual half...
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International Marketing - AI & Social Media

11
11 December 2024
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 8: International Marketing - AI & Social Media This module aims to develop knowledge from research activities to gain an understanding of international trade using Marketing , Social Media and...
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Christmas Networking at Topgolf

11
11 December 2024
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12:00pm - 2:00pm
Swing into the Festive Spirit: Christmas Networking at Topgolf Chigwell! As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better way to celebrate than by combining business with pleasure at our Christmas Networking event at Topgolf Chigwell! Set against the backdrop of Topgolf’s dynamic and fun atmosphere, this unique event offers the perfect...
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Export Procedures & Documentation Training

12
12 December 2024
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9:30am - 12:30pm
International markets offer huge Export opportunities for UK businesses. Finding and developing new markets for products is a hugely valuable avenue for expansion and in some sectors in particular, global demand for British brands and products makes international trade an excellent means of growth.

Selling internationally is very complex but – as...
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Improving your LinkedIn Skills Workshop

12
12 December 2024
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you know how to get the most out of LinkedIn for your business? LinkedIn is becoming one of the main ways for businesses to market themselves in the professional world. However, many of us don't have the budget to hire dedicated staff or third party agencies to run our business...
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December Virtual Networking

18
18 December 2024
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10:00am - 11:30am
Connect with local business leaders and professionals and join us for our December Virtual Networking Session!
As the year draws to a close, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your network, share insights, and discuss plans for 2025. Whether you're looking to forge new partnerships, gain industry knowledge, or simply stay connected,...
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Import & Export Diagnostics, Creating a Procedure Manual

21
21 January 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 9: Import & Export Diagnostics, Creating a Procedure Manual This module aims to develop knowledge and practical skills in Import/Export Customs Diagnostic enabling the learner to create a procedural manual...
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Improving your Instagram Skills Workshop

22
22 January 2025
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you know how to get the most out of Instagram for your business? Instagram is one of the fastest-growing marketing platforms around today, especially if your target audience encompasses Millennials and young adults.
More than half of the UK population now have an Instagram account, with 60% of users being between...
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International Customs

27
27 January 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 10: International Customs This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of customs procedures associated with international trade. The module includes trade agreements, tariffs and taxes, immigration, intellectual property rights,...
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Networking Tour with Rega Research

29
29 January 2025
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3:30pm - 6:00pm
Exclusive Networking Tour with Rega Research: A Celebration of Audio Excellence We are delighted to announce an exclusive networking event with Rega Research, a global leader in high-fidelity audio systems. 

Rega Research Limited has been at the forefront of audio innovation for more than five decades, blending engineering expertise with a passion for...
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Logistics - Road, Rail, Sea, Air & Courier

3
3 February 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 12: Logistics - Road, Rail, Sea, Air & Courier This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the role of logistics including an understanding of air,sea,road and rail freight...
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Customs Procedures and Documentation Training

4
4 February 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm
This virtual half day course looks at the procedures required when dealing with customs authorities and the information needed for submitting customs declarations to enable goods to be imported or exported.

It is vitally important that businesses understand all the procedures and information required - fines and inspections are things that no...
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ATA Carnets Workshop

11
11 February 2025
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10:00am - 12:00pm
This virtual workshop will focus on a useful international scheme for the temporary movement of goods – the ATA Carnet Scheme.

Since the UK left the EU there has been an increase in the need to control temporary movements, and if you are sending or receiving goods for demonstration, exhibitions, testing or...
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Customs Warehousing, Free Zones & Special Procedures

26
26 February 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 13: Customs Warehousing, Free Zones & Special Procedures This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the use of customs warehousing in the export and in import of goods....
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Incoterms® 2020 Training

27
27 February 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm
Incoterms® are a set of internationally recognised, three letter acronyms, which define the risks and responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international trade contracts.

It is essential that businesses understand Incoterms® as their use is vital for the successful movement of goods between customers and suppliers around the world. The misuse...
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Authorised Economic Operator (AEO)

3
3 March 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 14: Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the status of an authorised economic operator in the export and in import of goods. This...
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A Guide to Meta Business Suite for Facebook & Instagram Workshop

13
13 March 2025
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you know how to get the most out of Meta Business Suite for your business? When navigating the Meta Business Suite, it can become overwhelming when trying to find your way around the platform, especially when it comes to placing ads and sponsoring posts or boosts.

Not many of us have...
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Inward and Outward Processing Training

18
18 March 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm
This virtual half day course will cover special procedures and the benefits of using Inward and Outward Processing, commonly known as IP and OP, in your compliance.

We will look at the impact of the EU Union Customs Code (UCC) on the application, the requirement for duty guarantees and administrative processes...
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Sustainability in Supply Chain

24
24 March 2025
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9:30am - 1:30pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 15: Sustainability in Supply Chain This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the impact of freight movement on the environment and the opportunities available to organisations to use...
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International Trade - A Journey Through Time and Trends

7
7 April 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 1: International Trade - A Journey Through Time and Trends This module sets the stage for an immersive journey through the history and evolution of international trade. From the ancient...
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Letters of Credit Training

8
8 April 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm
This virtual half day workshop covers the five main types of payment for exports, from advance payment to open account, including Sight Documentary Collection, Term Documentary Collection and Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.

Over 75 per cent of first presentations...
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Understanding Commodity Codes Training

22
22 April 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm
Understanding commodity codes is vital to internationally trading businesses. Commodity codes are used worldwide to determine the customs duty and other charges levied on the goods when importing and exporting. They also determine any preferential treatments or restrictions and prohibitions that may apply to the goods and are used for monitoring...
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Supply Chain

23
23 April 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 2: Supply Chain  This module aims to develop an understanding of supply chain management in international trade. This includes defining supply chain management, the relationship between supply chain and logistics,...
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Creating an International Strategy

7
7 May 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 3: Creating an International Strategy This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding as to how an organisation develops an international trade strategy. It includes establishing export goals, undertaking research...
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International Trade Research

19
19 May 2025
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9:30am - 1:00pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 4: International Trade Research This module aims to develop knowledge from research activities to gain an understanding of international trade theory, global economic development and growth, currency and exchange rates,...
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Improving your Content & Planning for Social Media Workshop

22
22 May 2025
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10:00am - 12:00pm

Date:   Thursday 22nd May 2025 10.00am to 12.00pm 
Virtual:  Zoom Platform
Cost to attend:  Members £95.00 + VAT and Non-Members £150.00 + VAT
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Exporting & Procedures

28
28 May 2025
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9:30am - 1:30pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 5: Exporting & Procedures This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the exporting process used in international trade from novice to practitioner. It includes documentation, incoterms, responsibilities of...
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Importing & Procedures

2
2 June 2025
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9:30am - 1:30pm
These Modules can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification – Funding Available.  Find Out More
  Module 6: Importing & Procedures This module is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the import process for both novice and experienced importers. The workshop will cover four key modules,...
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A Guide to Developing your Strategy for Social Media Workshop

18
18 June 2025
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you have a Social Media Strategy for your business? Knowing where to start when creating a social media strategy to drive impact and help your campaigns succeed can feel a bit daunting, especially if it is new to you. Whatever the size of your organisation or your team, a strategy...
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