This course introduces the basics of international trade, covering key terms, trade processes, and essential documentation. Ideal for beginners, it helps learners build a solid foundation to confidently navigate global import and export activities.
This course introduces learners to the core concepts, principles, and real-world dynamics of global trade. It explains why countries engage in trade, how international markets function, and the key economic ideas that influence trade decisions—such as supply and demand, comparative advantage, and global trade patterns.
The course also builds a strong foundation by familiarizing learners with essential trade terminology and concepts. It further explores the practical side of trade, including logistics, transportation, documentation, and customs processes. By combining theory with real-world applications, the course helps learners understand how international trade operates in today’s interconnected world.
No prior experience is required—this course is designed to be beginner-friendly and easy to follow.
The Pakistan Single Window (PSW), an initiative led by Pakistan Customs, represents a significant leap forward in modernizing trade practices within the region. The primary objective of PSW is to streamline the complexities of cross-border trade, making it more efficient, cost-effective, and accessible. This goal is achieved by transitioning traditional, paper-based trade processes into a fully integrated digital system.
The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) was founded in 1983 by President Ronald Reagan. CIPE has been at the forefront of promoting democracy and economic freedom amidst global challenges. It focuses on strengthening democratic institutions to foster a conducive environment for business and entrepreneurship. Their enduring efforts are vital in addressing the evolving economic and social needs of citizens in democracies around the world.
The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) was established in 1992 in response to call for a dedicated entity to guide the nation’s socio-economic development within an environmental framework. It is a leading source of expertise and advisory in South Asia’s policy landscape, offering expertise and advisory services to the government, private sector, and non-governmental organizations.
Dr. Ihsan Ayyub Qazi
Associate Professor
LUMS
Dr. Agha Ali Raza
Assistant Professor
LUMS
Module 1: What We'll Learn
Module 2: Why countries trade
Module 3: Myth Busting Quiz
Module 4: International Trade -Some Basic Definitions
Module 5: Global Trade Statistics - Supply and Demand
Module 6: Comparative Advantage in International Trade
Module 1: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the Impact of Trade
Module 2: Transportation, Logistics and Warehousing
Module 3: Shipping Containers, Logistic Documents and Customs
Module 4: Barriers to International Trade
Module 5: Importance of Exports and Imports (Increasing Exports, Decreasing Imports)
Final Assessment
Certificate
