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International Trade and Freight Forwarding Diploma

To provide an excellent program, Brighton College has partnered with two institutions of International Trade and Freight Forwarding in Canada: FITT & CIFFA; creating and exciting and comprehensive course structure. The program consists of two separate credentials that are recognized worldwide: FITT’s educational credential, the FITT Diploma in International Trade, is earned upon successful completion of the FITT-accredited program and required FITT skills assessments and meets the educational requirement for the Certified International Trade Professional designation (C.I.T.P.) The second certification is achieved by the completion of Module 1 of the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) program.

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The world’s economy is increasingly global. As a result, demand continues to grow for individuals who understand the global context of business: from the logistics of international trade and cross-border investments to the cultural and ethical issues that are involved in the practice of global business. These skills are increasingly valuable to employers faced with the challenge of opening and integrating multiple markets and increasingly diverse workforces.

In order to provide an excellent International Trade program, Brighton College has partnered with two of the most respected institutions of International Trade and Freight Forwarding in Canada: FITT & CIFFA; creating and exciting and comprehensive course structure. The structure of the program consists of two separate certifications that are recognized worldwide: The FITT certification, composed of 6 course modules, all required by FITT for the Forum for International Trade Diploma, and the initial educational requirements for the Certified International Trade Professional designation (C.I.T.P.). The second certification is achieved by the completion of Module 1 of the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) program.

The 40-week diploma also provides students with the background knowledge in Accounting needed to develop and interpret financial systems, records, reports and statements. This foundation of accounting will familiarize students with how vital accurate and complete financial data is for a business to ensure its ongoing success.

The International Trade Program is accredited by:
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Certifications & Diplomas

Students will receive the following credentials upon successful completion of the program and required assessment

  • Brighton International Trade and Freight Forwarding Diploma
  • FITTskills Diploma is received after 6 trade courses and 2 FITTskills online exams successful completion
  • FITTskills Diploma, with at least three years of work experience, eligible for the Certified International Trade Professional (C.I.T.P.) designation. Check https://fittfortrade.com/certification-process for details.
  • CIFFA certificate is received after successful completion of two CIFFA online exams. Once complete CIFFA, applies to FIATA diploma, to students living in Canada or working for a company based in Canada. https://www.ciffa.com/international-freight-forwarding/ciffa-certificate-and-fiata-diploma-courses/

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program the successful student will have the ability to:

  • Conduct research and analysis to determine the viability of a prospective international initiative.
  • Conduct cost benefit analysis for importing and/or exporting potential products and services.
  • Select the most accurate market entry strategies based on research, analysis and potential issues.
  • Develop an international business plan including key business strategies and metrics.
  • Negotiate best payment options and arrangements based on risk assessment, and trade findings.
  • Adapt the company’s products to meet target markets regulatory, legal, and cultural needs, minimizing risk, and complying with buyer specifications.
  • Create a product in a cost-effective manner to maximize output and minimize costs.
  • Prepare and manage all necessary documentation for exporting goods and services.
  • Procure goods and services and outsource production in international markets in an effective manner.
  • Create a strong global brand identity and communications strategies in international target markets.
  • Identify competitive advantages that can lead to worldwide commercial success.
  • Identify the main processes in freight forwarding and utilize the four primary modes for the transport of goods in Canada and abroad.
  • Assess advantages and disadvantages of freight forwarding methods to make effective decisions.
  • Practice the communication, career and interpersonal skills necessary for success in the workplace.
  • Use MS Word to create, edit, format, and manipulate documents in a professional manner and use Excel to create spreadsheets, perform calculations and print results.
  • Identify and practice using ERP software systems that are used by companies in all sectors of international trade to integrate their operations both internally and externally.
  • Analyze accurate and complete financial data for a business to ensure its ongoing success
  • Develop and interpret financial systems, records, reports, and statements
BUS100 | Business Communications

Students will practice business writing skills, applying the mechanics of style, developing proofreading and editing skills and using words effectively. They will apply verbal and non-verbal styles to a variety of business communications. The students will also practice career and interpersonal skills necessary for success in the workplace, such as conflict resolution and business etiquette. They will work in teams to examine administrative, ergonomic and efficiency functions of a business office. Students will also learn about using PowerPoint to deliver demonstrations, training, and presentations in a professional manner.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

COM200 | Microsoft Word

COM200 & 210 introduces students to the most widely used office productivity software – Microsoft Office. Those courses explore three of the two major components of Office. In this particular module students learn about: using Word to create, edit, format, and manipulate documents in a professional manner as well as using Excel to create spreadsheets, perform calculations and print results.

Duration: 20 hours, 1 week.
Prerequisite: none.

COM210 | Microsoft Excel

This course provides students with in-depth studies in advanced level AutoCAD commands and drawing management techniques. A complete overview focuses on project orientated drafting and design skills with an emphasis on scaled 2-Dimensional project drawing in model and paper space layout settings. Students also learn advanced 3-Dimensional tools to create surface models and composite solid models.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT100 | Global Value Chain

Global Value Chain course examines aspects of the primary activities of Distribution and Inventory Management, and the supporting activities of Document Management and Procurement, which are integral to international trade logistics. Doing business in/with foreign markets requires consideration of different regulatory, financial, geographical and cultural and consumer requirements.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT200 | International Trade Finance

Currency exchange fluctuations, political instability, and force de majeure events, are integral considerations to international financial management. This course examines how organizations can manage their finances and mitigate financial risk by selecting appropriate transaction methods and tools for their international trade activities. Learners will consider negotiation terms, non-payment dispute resolution and cash flow management.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT300 | International Market Entry Strategies

The International Market Entry Strategies course examines individuals in organizations need to know and do to ensure the success of new international ventures. International trade practitioners must research entry options, and then select the most effective entry strategies and strategic partnerships for their needs. The organization of the selected market entry strategies will require management of both direct and indirect exports. It may also require development and management of business arrangements such as foreign mergers or acquisitions, or foreign franchising or licensing.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT400 | Feasibility of International Trade

The course Feasibility of International Trade examines the critical steps and decisions needed to determine the feasibility of potential international trade initiatives. Market research, analysis of organizational readiness, cost analysis, and risk analysis are all required in order to decide if a concept fits with a company’s strategic direction and improves the bottom line of an organization. Risk analysis then leads to the development of strategies to mitigate identified risks.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT500 | Products and Services for a Global Market

The course Product and Services for a Global Market addresses the necessity that products and services sold or traded internationally may require modification. This course addresses differences in regulatory, legal, cultural and consumer/client requirements that might be in the need to conform to these requirements by adapting products and services.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

FITT600 | International Sales and Marketing

Marketing is the key in ensuring an organization’s product or service is seen to fit the needs and interests of an international target market. While marketing can create the demand, an effective sales strategy is essential to profit from this demand. This course details consideration and organization must make when promoting and selling products and or services beyond its domestic borders.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

CIFF100 | CIFFA - International Transportation & Trade

This program introduces the student to truck, rail, air and ocean transportation and the geography over which goods move. Incoterms® 2010 rules outline the transfer of cost and risk to these goods as they are transported from seller to buyer.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

CIFF200 | CIFFA – Essentials of Freight Forwarding

Understanding how buyers and sellers manage risk with a variety of international payments, cargo insurance, properly completed commercial documents, export packaging, knowledge of cargo security, dangerous goods and proper costing and quoting leads students to where they can offer alternative solutions to their clients.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: CIFFA100.

BAF140 | Introduction to Accounting

This course introduces the students to the construction and interpretation of financial systems, records, reports and statements, including how vital accurate and complete financial data is for a business to ensure its ongoing success. This course is the first in a series of courses to build a solid base in accounting from both a practical and a theoretical perspective.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

BAF150 | Financial Accounting

This course is a continuation of the work stated in Introduction to Accounting. This course provides students’ introductory knowledge about the construction and interpretation of financial systems, records, reports, and statements. It also shows how vital accurate and complete financial data is for a business to ensure its ongoing success.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: BAF140.

ERP100 | Enterprise Resource Planning

This course provides an overview of several ERP software systems that are used by companies in all sectors of international trade to integrate their operations internally and externally to suppliers and distribution companies. Aspects of company operations like, financial accounting, customer relationship management (CRM), manufacturing, inventory management, and raw materials sourcing, warehousing and shipping become seamlessly integrated into one large enterprise software package.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

BUS500 | Employment Readiness/Job Search

This course helps students prepare the required job search skills and knowledge they need to become employed. Students will learn the best known job search techniques to find viable opportunities, strategies to differentiate themselves from the competition and how they will add value to prospective employers in today’s competitive global economy.

Duration: 20 hours, 1 week.
Prerequisite: none.

WEP150 | Practicum

The student will have the opportunity to integrate competencies developed during the lectures into industry-specific experiences. This opportunity ensures students are able to practice and refine their skills and to obtain practical field experience to further strengthen their ability to obtain employment after completing the program. To ensure a high quality practical experience, the institution will monitor both the student’s and the employer’s performance throughout the practicum. At the conclusion of the practicum, students and employers jointly complete a written evaluation of the student’s performance to direct the future career development of the student.

Duration: 150 hours, 4 weeks.

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or mature student status*
  • Legal eligibility to study in Canada
  • Evidence of prior secondary or post-secondary education with English as the language of instruction, or provide proof of language proficiency from any of the following standardized tests: CAEL 40, CLB PT (Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, Writing 5), CELPIP (Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, Writing 5), IELTS Academic 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46, iTEP Academic 3.5, LANGUAGECERT Academic B2 level, or Duolingo English Test 95. Refer to Language Proficiency Policy for details.

*Mature Student is defined as an individual who is 19 years of age or older at the start of the program.

*Under no circumstances can these Admission Requirements be waived.

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Entry-level Jobs

  • Marketing Assistant
  • Import/Export Agent
  • Customs Broker Assistant
  • Freight Forwarder Assistant
  • Import Export Sales Clerk
  • Traffic Scheduling - Carrier

Career Paths

  • Customs Agent (CCRS Training Required)
  • EDC Analyst (MBA Required)
  • Procurement Clerk (Purchasing Course may be Required)
  • International Trade Consultant
  • Logistics Transportation Specialist

Potential Earnings

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Testimonials

Jose Sonny Mirahda 

"It was a good experience studying at Brighton College. Don’t know yet where it will take me, but am sure I have the knowledge and skills. As a whole, I had a very good experience at Brighton College."

Jose Sonny Mirahda

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Muhammad Yani Muhd Nur 

"I decided to come to Brighton College because of its short and precise programs. I felt that the instructors were knowledgeable and experienced."

Muhammad Yani Muhd Nur

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FREIGHT FORWARDING

Luciano Souza 

"I decided to attend Brighton College because of the referrals I received and also it had the course that fits perfectly to my needs. I appreciated the experienced instructors and the inclusion of the CIFFA certification in my course. After graduation, I plan to get a work permit in Canada to be able to look for a job in this field."

Luciano Souza

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FREIGHT FORWARDING DIPLOMA 

Samuel Adenekan 

"I decided to attend Brighton College for an opportunity to learn more about International Trade and improve my computer literacy skills in MS Office programs. Also, I liked that it was 3 certificates at once (FITT, CIFFA, and school diploma). My experience at Brighton was painful and difficult at the start but relieving and rewarding at the end."

Samuel Adenekan

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FREIGHT FORWARDING DIPLOMA 

Farhaaz Haji 

"I decided to attend Brighton College because it was the program I wanted and had the advantage of having a smaller class size. Also, it had a work experience program. It was an amazing experience. I learned a lot more than just what is in the books. The classrooms were great. Education was great. The instructors and staff were just the best."

Farhaaz Haji

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FREIGHT FORWARDING DIPLOMA 

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