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Customs, Trade Facilitation and Border Management

This executive programme develops competencies in customs administration, trade facilitation and integrated border management. Participants gain practical knowledge of customs procedures, international trade regulations, border governanc...

28 Days (56 Contact Hours)
Executive Evening • Online • Hybrid • Corporate Training
ZMW 2,799.99
TIED-PC007 Certificate

Programme Overview & Rationale

This executive programme develops competencies in customs administration, trade facilitation and integrated border management. Participants gain practical knowledge of customs procedures, international trade regulations, border governance, transit systems and digital customs processes while strengthening the efficient movement of legitimate goods and people across borders in accordance with international trade agreements and regional integration frameworks.

Target Audience & Prerequisites

Customs Officers Border Management Officials Clearing and Forwarding Agents Freight and Logistics Professionals Importers and Exporters Trade Compliance Officers Revenue Authority Personnel Port and Dry Port Administrators Regional Trade Practitioners International Trade Consultants

Course Outlines & Syllabus Modules

6 Modules
Module #1
Customs Administration and International Trade Compliance
TIED 701

This module introduces customs administration principles, tariff classification and international trade compliance. Participants gain an understanding of customs legislation, import and export procedures and regulatory requirements governing cross-border trade.

Contact Hours

8 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. Customs Administration
  2. Customs Legislation
  3. Tariff Classification
  4. Customs Valuation
  5. Import and Export Procedures
  6. Trade Compliance
Module #2
Trade Facilitation and Border Modernisation
TIED 702

Participants examine international trade facilitation measures that simplify border procedures, reduce transaction costs and improve supply chain efficiency. The module explores the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement and integrated border management approaches.

Contact Hours

8 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement
  2. Integrated Border Management
  3. Single Window Systems
  4. Border Process Simplification
  5. Coordinated Border Management
  6. Customs Modernisation
Module #3
Rules of Origin, Transit Trade and Customs Cooperation
TIED 703

This module develops competencies in applying rules of origin, administering transit trade and promoting customs cooperation under regional and international trade agreements. Participants explore preferential trade arrangements and cross-border customs collaboration.

Contact Hours

8 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. Rules of Origin
  2. Transit Trade Systems
  3. Customs Cooperation
  4. Preferential Trade Agreements
  5. Regional Customs Instruments
  6. Trade Documentation
Module #4
Border Security, Risk Management and Trade Enforcement
TIED 704

Participants strengthen competencies in border risk management, customs enforcement and trade security. The module examines approaches to combating illicit trade while facilitating legitimate commerce through intelligence-led border management.

Contact Hours

8 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. Border Risk Management
  2. Customs Intelligence
  3. Trade Security
  4. Anti-Smuggling Strategies
  5. Cargo Inspection
  6. Trade Fraud Prevention
Module #5
Digital Customs Systems and Supply Chain Facilitation
TIED 705

This module explores digital transformation in customs administration and supply chain management. Participants examine electronic customs systems, digital documentation, automation and emerging technologies supporting efficient border operations.

Contact Hours

8 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. Electronic Customs Systems
  2. Digital Trade Documentation
  3. Customs Automation
  4. Cargo Tracking Technologies
  5. Supply Chain Visibility
  6. Digital Border Solutions
Module #6
Customs Operations and Border Management Simulation Laboratory
TIED 706

The capstone module provides a practical simulation of customs and border operations. Participants process import and export consignments, assess customs documentation, manage border inspections, resolve compliance issues and coordinate multi-agency border operations within a realistic trade facilitation environment.

Contact Hours

16 Hours

Learning Topics & Syllabus Outcomes
  1. Customs Clearance Simulation
  2. Border Inspection Procedures
  3. Import and Export Documentation
  4. Customs Risk Assessment
  5. Multi-Agency Border Coordination
  6. Trade Facilitation Decision-Making
  7. Compliance Audit Exercise
  8. Operational Debrief and Performance Evaluation
Programme Tuition Fee
ZMW 2,799.99
Includes IT Fee & Online Learning Kits
  • Formal Academic Qualification
  • Executive Faculty Mentorship
  • Access to IPES Digital Library
  • Official Transcript & Certificate
  • Flexible Payment Options
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PARTNERS

Government of the Republic of Zambia Government of the Republic of Zambia
Corporate Social Network Zambia Corporate Social Network Zambia
Brand Zambia Brand Zambia
Mytochondria Mytochondria
Government of the Republic of Zambia Government of the Republic of Zambia
Corporate Social Network Zambia Corporate Social Network Zambia
Brand Zambia Brand Zambia
Mytochondria Mytochondria