Faculty: Logistics The Foreign Trade major, offered through distance education, focuses on the principles and practices of international commerce, including import and export operations, trade policies, logistics, and global market analysis. Students gain skills in international business, trade law, customs procedures, and supply chain management, preparing for careers in global trade, logistics, customs brokerage, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of foreign trade and international commerce. - Develop skills in import and export operations. - Learn trade policies, laws, and regulations. - Explore global market analysis and strategies. - Analyze logistics and supply chain management in international trade. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Gain practical experience through online projects and virtual internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Foreign Trade** - Overview of foreign trade principles, history, and industry trends. 2. **Import and Export Operations** - Fundamentals of managing import and export processes. 3. **Trade Policies and Regulations** - Understanding international trade laws, policies, and agreements. 4. **Customs Procedures and Documentation** - Principles of customs clearance, documentation, and compliance. 5. **International Business and Marketing** - Strategies for conducting business and marketing in global markets. 6. **Global Market Analysis** - Techniques for analyzing and entering foreign markets. 7. **International Logistics and Supply Chain Management** - Managing logistics and supply chain operations in international trade. 8. **Trade Finance and Risk Management** - Principles of financing international trade and managing risks. 9. **International Trade Law** - Legal aspects of international trade, including contracts and dispute resolution. 10. **E-Commerce and Digital Trade** - Strategies for conducting business and managing operations in the digital environment. 11. **Portfolio Development** - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing foreign trade skills. 12. **Virtual Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in international trade companies, logistics firms, or customs brokerage agencies through virtual internships. 13. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying foreign trade skills, such as developing an international trade strategy, managing an import/export operation, or conducting a global market analysis. **Assessment Methods:** - Foreign trade principles analyses - Import and export operations projects - Trade policies and regulations projects - Customs procedures and documentation projects - International business and marketing projects - Global market analysis projects - International logistics and supply chain management projects - Trade finance and risk management projects - International trade law projects - E-commerce and digital trade projects - Portfolio development projects - Virtual internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Foreign Trade" - "Import and Export Operations" - "Trade Policies and Regulations" - "Customs Procedures and Documentation" - "International Business and Marketing" - "Global Market Analysis" - "International Logistics and Supply Chain Management" - "Trade Finance and Risk Management" - "International Trade Law" - "E-Commerce and Digital Trade" - "Portfolio Development" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business principles, economics, and an interest in foreign trade. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Foreign Trade (Distance Education). **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) - Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) - Certifications in specific international trade and logistics software **Target Audience:** Aspiring international trade managers, customs brokers, logistics specialists, and professionals seeking careers in international trade companies, logistics firms, customs brokerage agencies, and related fields. This major equips students with the managerial, analytical, and technical skills needed to excel in foreign trade, supporting careers in various roles within international trade companies, logistics firms, customs brokerage agencies, and related fields. The distance education format provides flexibility for students to learn at their own pace and from anywhere in the world.