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Incoterms 2020 and International Trade Documentation

Incoterms define responsibilities, costs and risks between buyers and sellers in international trade. This course explains all Incoterms 2020 rules, choosing the right rule, links to transport and insurance, payment methods such as letters of credit, and the key trade documents required.

5 days Classroom or live online English
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Misunderstanding Incoterms leads to disputes, unexpected costs and uninsured losses. This course helps you choose and apply the right terms with confidence.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course uses scenario exercises, document reviews, case studies and practical checklists.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the purpose and structure of Incoterms 2020
  • Apply each Incoterms rule correctly
  • Select appropriate rules for different transactions
  • Understand links to transport, insurance and customs
  • Understand international payment methods
  • Prepare and check key trade documents
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Sales and export staff
  • Procurement and import professionals
  • Logistics coordinators
  • Finance staff handling trade payments
  • Freight forwarders
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Incoterms application
  • Risk transfer
  • Trade documentation
  • Transport and insurance
  • Trade payments
  • Dispute prevention
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Introduction to Incoterms

  1. 09:00–09:54Purpose and limitations
  2. 09:54–10:48Structure of Incoterms 2020
  3. 10:48–11:00Common misunderstandings
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Common misunderstandings (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Contracts of sale
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Identifying responsibilities

Day 2Rules for Any Mode

  1. 09:00–09:54EXW, FCA and CPT
  2. 09:54–10:48CIP, DAP, DPU and DDP
  3. 10:48–11:00Risk and cost transfer points
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Risk and cost transfer points (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Practical issues
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Scenario analysis

Day 3Sea and Inland Waterway Rules

  1. 09:00–09:54FAS and FOB
  2. 09:54–10:48CFR and CIF
  3. 10:48–11:00Containerised cargo issues
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Containerised cargo issues (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Choosing between rules
  7. 13:06–14:00Case study: Incoterms dispute

Day 4Transport, Insurance and Payment

  1. 09:00–09:54Transport contracts
  2. 09:54–10:48Cargo insurance
  3. 10:48–11:00Letters of credit and collections
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Letters of credit and collections (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Customs implications
  7. 13:06–14:00Workshop: Matching terms and payment

Day 5Trade Documents

  1. 09:00–09:54Commercial invoice and packing list
  2. 09:54–10:48Bills of lading and transport documents
  3. 10:48–11:00Certificates of origin
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Certificates of origin (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Document checking
  7. 13:06–14:00Capstone: Document review exercise

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Dubai 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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€3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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€1,250.-Register
Rome 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
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€2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
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€1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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€2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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€1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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€1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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€1,250.-Register
Paris 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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€2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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€1,250.-Register
Istanbul 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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€2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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€1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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€2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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€1,250.-Register
Cape Town 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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€1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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Singapore 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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London 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Dubai 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Frankfurt 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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€2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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€1,250.-Register
Cape Town 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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€1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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€1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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€1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Paris 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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€2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Istanbul 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Amsterdam 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Barcelona 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
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Singapore 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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London 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Dubai 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Frankfurt 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Vienna 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Paris 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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€2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Istanbul 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Amsterdam 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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€2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Rome 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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Singapore 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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London 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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€2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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Dubai 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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€3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Frankfurt 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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€2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Paris 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

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Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

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