Publication date : 04/17/2024

Course : Managing import-export orders

Processes and risks of an international order

Practical course - 2d - 14h - Ref. IIM
Price : 1360 € E.T.

Managing import-export orders

Processes and risks of an international order



A well-prepared import-export file avoids the risks of customs blockages, customer/supplier dissatisfaction and the associated additional costs. This training course will enable you to manage your import-export orders from start to finish, and avoid disputes linked to payment methods.


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Practical course in person or remote class
Disponible en anglais, à la demande

Ref. IIM
  2d - 14h
1360 € E.T.




A well-prepared import-export file avoids the risks of customs blockages, customer/supplier dissatisfaction and the associated additional costs. This training course will enable you to manage your import-export orders from start to finish, and avoid disputes linked to payment methods.


Teaching objectives
At the end of the training, the participant will be able to:
Check customer/supplier country regulations
Drafting import-export documents
Provide the key elements of a transport quotation
Monitor and control the logistics flow of an order
Calculate the real cost of an import-export operation
Resolving a dispute with a forwarder

Intended audience
Import-export assistant, transport, sales, customer service order manager.

Prerequisites
No special knowledge required.

Practical details
Role-playing
Participative training illustrated by numerous examples.
Teaching methods
Practical application through exercises and a case study.

Course schedule

1
Mastering Incoterms® 2020

  • Understand each of the Incoterms® 2020 rules.
  • Distinguish between an outgoing and an incoming sale.
  • Know the reciprocal obligations of seller and buyer.
  • Segment logistics flows.
Role-playing
Choosing the right Incoterms® 2020 in the international environment

2
Optimizing international transport operations

  • Master the criteria for choosing a transport solution.
  • Understand the importance of shipping documents.
  • Identify the key elements to take into account.
  • Understand the freight forwarder's role, and his liability.
  • Know and negotiate the basics of freight forwarder pricing.
  • Settling a transport dispute: risks, remedies, the case.
Hands-on work
From an import/export file: formulate a request for quotation, understand the forwarder's response and the key elements contained in the offer.

3
Optimizing customs operations

  • Know the key elements to take into account when dealing with customs and have the right reflexes.
  • Understand the different economic customs regimes and optimize flows.
  • Use reference sites to find out about import and export duties and taxes.
  • Compose the document bundle by country.
  • Understanding acceptance documents: BL, forwarder, receipt...
  • Draw up the various accompanying documents: invoices, certificates, etc.
  • Provide proof of export, and be aware of tax and criminal risks.
Hands-on work
Based on an import/export file: search for the elements required for customs clearance on the relevant sites.

4
Understanding international collections

  • Master payment and invoicing conditions.
  • Understand currency risks.
  • Differentiate between payment methods and payment security (SBLC).
  • Understand the document procedures process.
  • Focus on documentary credit (Credoc).
  • Organize the transfer of the documentary package to the bank.
Hands-on work
Case study: Incoterms, customs, payment methods.


Customer reviews
5 / 5
Customer reviews are based on end-of-course evaluations. The score is calculated from all evaluations within the past year. Only reviews with a textual comment are displayed.
ALISON D.
21/07/25
5 / 5

Very good training, very useful, I learnt a lot.
MYRIAM T.
21/07/25
5 / 5

Full training
SYLVIE B.
21/07/25
5 / 5

Content tailored to my expectations and in line with the programme. The dynamic presenter illustrated what she had to say with a number of concrete examples, making the training more fun and interesting exchanges within a homogeneous team.



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2026 : 2 Apr., 8 June, 21 Sep., 16 Nov.

PARIS LA DÉFENSE
2026 : 2 Apr., 8 June, 21 Sep., 16 Nov.