Customs Management

College: Applied Sciences

This specialization focuses on the management and organization of international trade and customs procedures. Students acquire skills in customs law, trade compliance, risk management, and supply chain security. Graduates are prepared to work in customs agencies, logistics companies, international trade companies, and regulatory bodies.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basics of customs management and international trade regulations.
• Develop skills in customs law, trade compliance, and regulatory enforcement.
• Learn risk management techniques and supply chain security in international trade.
• Explore principles of trade facilitation, customs valuation, and tariff classification.
• Analyze and interpret customs data and trade policies.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills for effective customs management.

Main Outline:

1. Introduction to Customs Management
   • Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in customs management and international trade.
   • Basics of customs procedures, trade regulations, and compliance.
2. Customs Law and Regulations
   • Principles of customs law, including legal frameworks, international agreements, and regulatory compliance.
   • Techniques to understand and apply customs laws and regulations.
3. Trade Compliance
   • Basics of trade compliance, including import/export controls, sanctions, and trade agreements.
   • Techniques to ensure compliance with international trade regulations and standards.
4. Risk Management in International Trade
   • Principles of risk management in international trade, including risk assessment, mitigation, and management.
   • Techniques to identify and manage risks in customs and trade operations.
5. Supply Chain Security
   • Basics of supply chain security, including shipping security, border control, and anti-terrorism measures.
   • Techniques to enhance supply chain security and prevent illicit trade.
6. Trade Facilitation
   • Principles of trade facilitation, including customs modernization, electronic customs, and single window systems.
   • Techniques to simplify customs procedures and improve trade efficiency.
7. Customs Valuation and Tariff Classification
   • Principles of customs valuation, including valuation methods, transfer pricing, and anti-dumping measures.
   • Techniques for tariff classification, customs valuation, and duty calculation.
8. Practical Training in Customs Management
   • Practical experiences in customs management, including observations, internships, and practical projects in customs agencies, logistics companies, or international trade companies.
   • Apply acquired skills in practical customs and trade scenarios.
9. Graduation Project in Customs Management
   • A comprehensive project to apply skills in customs law, trade compliance, or risk management.
   • Presentation of a refined customs management plan, compliance strategy, or risk assessment report.

Assessment Methods:

• Customs law analyses, trade compliance reports, risk management plans, supply chain security strategies, trade facilitation projects, customs valuation and tariff classification studies, practical training reports, graduation projects, group projects, and internship assessments.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Customs Law and Administration" by various authors.
• "International Trade Compliance" by various authors.
• "Risk Management in International Trade" by various authors.
• "Supply Chain Security" by various authors.
• "Trade Facilitation and Customs Modernization" by various authors.
• "Customs Valuation and Tariff Classification" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of international trade, law, and supply chain management. Suitable for students interested in customs management, international trade, and regulatory compliance.

Duration:

The duration for obtaining a bachelor's degree is typically 4 years, including coursework, projects, practical training, and internships.

Degree:

Graduates can obtain a degree in customs management and pursue higher education or acquire professional certifications in related fields, such as a master's degree in international trade or customs management or related disciplines. Certifications from organizations like the World Customs Organization (WCO) can also be obtained.

Target Audience:

Aspiring customs officers, trade compliance specialists, risk managers, supply chain security experts, and individuals seeking careers in customs agencies, logistics companies, international trade companies, and regulatory bodies. This specialization equips students with organizational, compliance, and risk management skills needed to excel in customs management and to support careers in customs agencies, logistics companies, international trade companies, and regulatory bodies.