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Public and On-Site Seminars, click on the underlined titles for agendas:
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EXPORT DOCUMENTATION & PROCEDURES This seminar can help you expand your export business and provide stellar service to your foreign buyers. In-depth understanding of the export procedures along with studying the appropriate documentation offers the best advantage in making international trade successful. |
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LETTERS OF CREDIT SEMINAR INCLUDING UCP 600 AND ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT METHODS Why guess about how to fully comply with Letters of Credit requirements when this seminar will help you get involved in the set-up process of the L/C. Learn the basic terminology, the significance of various documents, how to prevent and handle discrepancies. |
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AIR & OCEAN TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT FOR THE INT'L SUPPLY CHAIN Learn to control your international shipments by directly coordinating your documents with transportation rules and procedures. This seminar will take the fear out of international shipping. |
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TARIFF CLASSIFICATION SEMINAR
A seminar recommended for Exporters, Importers and also for NAFTA qualification to determine the correct Tariff Classification Number and Schedule B Number. The classification and valuation of goods are a major decision for exporters and importers. Classifying goods is important not only for duty purposes, but also to determine whether the goods are subject to quotas, restraints, embargoes or other restrictions. This seminar intreprets the HTS, therefore clarifying how to choose the tariff or Schedule B number. |
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NAFTA SEMINAR RULES OF ORIGIN & RECORD KEEPING Know if your product should be shipped under the NAFTA Rules. Learn the rules to qualify and classify your goods under the NAFTA Agreement at this seminar. Then review in detail the NAFTA Certificate of Origin. This seminar prepares a company for shipping into Mexico and Canada under the NAFTA rules. |
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IMPORT DOCUMENTATION & PROCEDURES SEMINAR
Reviewing the Harmonized Tariff Schedule Classification and General Rules of Interpretation will give you the background for importing into the United States. The Import Documentation seminar will cover entry procedures, valuation methods, liquidation process and much more to help the novice and experienced importer. |
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AUDIT COMPLIANCE SEMINAR
A seminar designed to help companies establish their "Standard Operating Procedures" to comply with the requirements under the Customs Modernization Act. Learn record keeping, how to apply the "reasonable care" standards, the six methods of evaluation and much more to protect yourself and the company from penalties. |
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U.S. TRADE AGREEMENTS SEMINAR
(Chile, Australia, Singapore, Central American/Dominican Republic)
This seminar covers 3 of the most recent trade agreements to be implemented in the United States: U.S.-Chile; U.S.-Singapore; and U.S.-Australia. You will learn the unique rules and regulations that apply to each of the agreements. Numerous examples will illustrate how you can determine if your products qualify for the free or preferential duty rates. In addition, you will learn what information importers/exporters must be prepared to submit upon request to substantiate claims for treatment as well as the records to retain in your company. You will have references to the General Notes sections of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. for each agreement. You will be better prepared for future government verifications, audits, and avoid penalties. This seminar will assist your company in being compliant when competing for business in the international marketplace.
MEXICO DOCUMENTATION & PROCEDURES
If you are exporting into Mexico, we will design an on-site seminar/workshop covering the documents for entry and Customs Clearance procedures for your specific product. Your export documents, methods of payment and transportation can be reviewed along with discussion on concerns specific to your company's needs regarding exporting to Mexico.
CANADA DOCUMENTATION & PROCEDURES
If you are exporting into Canada, we will design an on-site seminar/workshop including your documents, procedures, border clearance, transportation and handling requirements. U. S./CANADA Free Trade Agreement and Compliance with NAFTA rules also will be discussed as they pertain to your product.
TEXTILE AND WEARING APPAREL DOCUMENTATION
An on-site seminar/workshop can be tailored for companies importing or exporting textiles and wearing apparel. If a company is importing or exporting goods of Foreign Assembly of U.S. Components, Apparel Goods Assembled in Mexico, NAFTA-Textiles and Wearing Apparel and Non-NAFTA Exports the on-site seminar/workshop will cover documentation, procedures, valuation of merchandise and quota/visa requirements.
ALTERNATIVE FINANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Financing is a marketing tool - learn how to use it. An on-site seminar/workshop can be designed to help your company use creative methods of financing in the international marketplace. Discuss finance options available and how to make them work for your company.
DRAWBACK PROCEDURES
The right to claim drawback usually rests with the exporter. With an on-site seminar/workshop the best type of drawback procedure for your company can be discussed step-by-step. Outlining the filing procedures and record/audit requirements is a major step in preparing to take advantage of drawback.
UCP 500 RULES & REGULATIONS
The UCP 500 exists to provide standardization of treatment and to facilitate payment for international trade transactions. An on-site seminar/workshop provides company managers the opportunity to recognize the requirements for payment, the liabilities of the parties involved and to clarify unclear terms and practices.
GLOBAL MARKETING
If you are responsible in assessing your company's marketing potential, an on-site workshop with a marketing consultant would be the best start. The marketing plan, strategies, sales and distribution agreements, managing your sales organization and many more fact filled areas would give you the support needed to create your company's marketing plan.
INCOTERMS 2000
INCOTERMS 2000 is essential for exporters to prepare contracts. INCOTERMS provide a common reference to establish the point at which risk of loss due to loss or damage transfers from the buyer to the seller. In an on-site workshop the opportunity to discuss and understand each term will help assure the contractual terms are appropriate and can be properly fulfilled. Sales managers need this information to make international sales quotes.
HARMONIZED CODING SYSTEM
The Harmonized Tariff Schedule is an internationally recognized numerical coding system to describe classify goods in international trade. Interpretation and application of the system is offered in all on-site seminar/workshop to assist you in determining your product 's HTS number. The GRI's, Section Notes, and Chapter Notes are an legally binding and must be followed in determining how goods are to be classified in the system.
