Export/Import Certificate (EIC)

The EIC is the ICC’s international trade certification that provides comprehensive and practical knowledge on how to conduct cross-border transactions. It will benefit export and import managers, trade finance bankers, freight forwarders and carriers, customs brokers, private and government inspectors and auditors, insurance providers, trade lawyers and trade promotion executives.

The certification is split across 5 courses and the final exam, all taken online. Each of the courses will take 3-4 hours to complete and is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of international trade processes and their related risks. In total the EIC will take approximately 21 hours to complete.

Export/Import Certificate (EIC)

• Learn how to do business across borders with the ICC's international trade certification
• US$699 - ICC United Kingdom members get 20% off 
• 88% of EIC graduates feel more confident at work
• Gain the practical knowledge to conduct trade effectively
• Globally recognised credential - BAFT, CSCMP, IBF, NEI, LIBF and GTPA

Develop a comprehensive, practical understanding of how to conduct cross-border transactions

• The Export/Import Certificate (EIC) will give you an in-depth understanding of the key processes and risks involved in international trade so you can successfully compete in foreign markets. The professional qualification is trusted by more than 1000 alumni in 70 countries.
• The curriculum is globally accredited and covers the A-Z of managing an international business or transaction, from negotiating contracts and resolving cross-border disputes to international logistics and trade financing.

Certificate curriculum

• The EIC curriculum is spread across 5 courses, all authored by Guillermo Jimenez, Professor at Fashion Institute of Technology and author of the ICC Guide to Export/Import – Global Standards for International Trade. Each course will take approximately 3-4 hours to complete.

Core courses
You must complete all 5 core courses to take the final EIC exam.

• International Trade Overview
• Learn the core practices, procedures and documents required in any international merchandise transaction. Learn more about the International Trade Overview course.
• Business Transactions and Contracts
• Discover how to strategically manage legal and contractual risks and avoid time consuming and expensive international disputes. Learn more about the Business Transactions and Contracts course here.
• Financing and Security Devices
• Get a broad overview of the financial instruments available to importers and exporters, including documentary credits. Learn more about the Financing and Security Devices course here.
• International Logistics and Sourcing
• Get a clear understanding of each of the primary modes of international transport and their commercial practices. Learn more about the International Logistics and Sourcing course here.
• Global Business Management

Who the EIC for

The EIC is designed for professionals and businesses who need to learn the nuts and bolts of conducting international transactions, whether they are new to global trade or need a refresher on the essentials.

• Export and import managers
• International logistics professionals
• Customs brokers
• Trade lawyers
• Trade consultants