Course: International Trade Law Practice Under WTO

The Programme Content

Day One

Setting the scene

• Overview and History of The World Trade Organisation
• Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
• Principles underlying World Trade agreements
• Assumptions about Economic Trade and Development
• Economic Principles of Trade
• Areas not covered by WTO
• General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade - GATT
• The Doha Round of negotiations – progress and stumbling blocks
• Legal remedies and processes

Day Two

Practical application of WTO Practices

• WTO Obligations and commitments
• Trade Defence instruments including Anti-dumping legislation
• Tariffs and Barriers
• Non-tariff barriers
• Subsidies
• Innovation
• Intellectual Property
• Research and Development

Day Three

Government Procurement under WTO

• Aims and intentions of Government Procurement legislation
• European Legislation
• US legislation
• Exclusions and exemptions
• Acceptable government procurement practices
• Development of local business and economies
• International Trade Development

Day Four

Incoterms

• Purpose and applicability of Incoterms
• New revision Incoterms 2010
• Definition of each term
• Incorporation into terms and conditions
• Pitfalls and practicalities of Incoterms

Day Five

International Ethics

• Best Practices in avoiding Corruption
• The Bribery Act in the EU
• Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (USA)
• Standards in Ethical Behaviour
• Corporate Social Responsibility

The Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development employs modern methods in training and skills development, enhancing the efficiency of human resource development. We follow these practices:

• Theoretical Lectures: 
  • We deliver knowledge through advanced presentations such as PowerPoint and visual materials, including videos and short films.
• Scientific Assessment:
  • We evaluate trainees skills before and after the course to ensure their progress.
• Brainstorming and Interaction: 
  • We encourage active participation through brainstorming sessions and applying concepts through role play.
• Practical Cases:
  • We provide practical cases that align with the scientific content and the participants specific needs.
• Examinations: 
  • Tests are conducted at the end of the program to assess knowledge retention.
• Educational Materials:
  • We provide both printed and digital scientific and practical materials to participants.
• Attendance and Final Result Reports:
  • We prepare detailed attendance reports for participants and offer a comprehensive program evaluation.
• Professionals and Experts: 
  • The programs scientific content is prepared by the best professors and trainers in various fields.
• Professional Completion Certificate: 
  • Participants receive a professional completion certificate issued by the Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development in the Kingdom of Sweden, with the option for international authentication.
• Program Timings:
  • Training programs are held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and include coffee break sessions during lectures.

The Course

The course covers:

• The aims and intentions of international agreements
• Practical implications for businesses trading internationally
• Legislation applicable for international government procurement<

The Goals

• Overview of aims of WTO
• Overview of applicable legislation
• Overview of current bilateral and multinational agreements
• Understand the WTO legal system
• Review WTO Obligations and Commitments
• Study the WTO`s dispute settlement, monitoring and enforcement system

The Process

The Benefits

By attending this seminar, the employee will:

• Have awareness of basis of International Law
• Have Understanding of the principles of economic trade and development
• Learn key learning points for application in your own organisation

The Results

The organisation will gain the following:

• A streamlined Supply System
• Reduced working capital
• Lower costs
• Better customer service
• Reduced friction costs

The Core Competencies

• Ethical behaviour
• International Trade regulations
• International Trade practices
• Government Procurement and contracts