Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Student is able to
- describes the processes and specialties of the EU's internal and external trade
- apply the documents required for export and import
- identify the effects of globalization and digitalization in international trade
- define the specific features of responsible transportation and transport and specific legislation related
- identify and describe the special features of durable and cost-effective packaging.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of international trade? Our Import and Export Process Management course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed in global business. You’ll explore key topics such as logistics services, forwarding, and the various modes of transportation essential for international trade. We’ll guide you through the intricacies of export and import processes, including the customs clearance journey, while also providing you with hands-on experience through practical case studies. You will also gain a basic understanding of the responsibilities and risks involved in foreign trade, ensuring you are prepared for the challenges of international markets.

Compulsory attendance in the first introduction lecture, and highly recommended on scheduled lectures according to TimeEdit.
The course will be held on campus during the day.

Timing and attendance

The course starts with the orientation lecture on week 5.

Compulsory attendance in the first introduction lecture, and highly recommended on scheduled lectures according to TimeEdit.
The course will be held on campus during the day.

Learning material and recommended literature

Workshop materials, articles, reports, and other material provided by the lecturers.
The course materials are available on Moodle.

Working life cooperation

Visit of a company guest at the lecture

Learning environment

The Moodle platform.

Student time use and work load

The 5 ects means about 135 hours for the student. (1 ect is abt 27 h)

Contents

Course topics
- logistics services and forwarding
- modes of transportation in global trade
- export and import processes, customs clearance process
- practical export/import case
- responsibilities and risks in international trade (basics)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended previous knowledge:
Basics of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Assessment criteria

The course is evaluated with a group work report and an individual assignment(s) report.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Assignments are not submitted.
Not attending to group work.
Not attending compulsory lectures.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

A student can explain what are the parties in export and import processes and has basic knowledge in the field of international trade.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

A student can apply concepts of export and import processes and have a basic understanding of responsibilities and risks in international trade.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

A student can apply well concepts of export and import processes and have a good understanding of responsibilities and risks in international trade.