Supply chains can shift overnight, trade rules are evolving, and businesses are increasingly connected across markets.
Understanding international trade is a powerful advantage.
The Minor in International Trade Management introduces students to the key principles, practices and challenges of managing trade across borders. It helps students understand how global business really works, how goods, services and capital move internationally and how companies respond to shifts in demand, regulation, geopolitics and supply chain conditions.
Through SUSS’ collaboration with the ICC Academy, students who meet the requirements will earn the Export/Import Certificate (EIC), a professional certification that complements their academic qualification.
Through practical, industry-relevant learning, students will develop the knowledge and confidence to navigate the international trade environment and contribute effectively to global business organisations.
Career Prospects
Why take this minor? Because trade knowledge is valuable across industries. From multinational corporations and banks to logistics firms, commodity companies and public agencies, organisations need people who can understand cross-border flows, manage uncertainties and respond to global market shifts.
With commercial awareness and practical trade knowledge, students will be better prepared for roles that require global thinking, operational discipline and the ability to make sense of fast-changing markets.
The minor can strengthen students’ career prospects in areas such as:
- Trade analyst
- Commodities trader
- Trade compliance and customs coordination
- Trade finance and banking
- Business development and market expansion
- Shipping, freight forwarding and distribution
- Consulting and public-sector trade agencies
Whether students are interested in trade operations, finance, supply chains or policy, this minor gives them a practical lens to understand how international business is conducted and where future opportunities may emerge.
Skills You Will Build
Build practical capabilities to navigate wholesale trade, work across markets and adapt to an evolving business environment.
Trade Transactions
Develop the skills to facilitate and support wholesale trade transactions.
Digital Trade
Use digital technologies to enable and enhance wholesale trade.
Business Partnerships
Build effective relationships with local and international business partners.
Regional Expansion
Gain the skills to support the planning and growth of wholesale trade across the region.
Independent & Adaptable Learning
Develop the confidence to learn independently and adapt to evolving business needs.
Curriculum
The Minor in International Trade Management is open to all undergraduate students who can take a minor.
To obtain the minor, students are required to complete 30 credit units (cu) of courses, comprising 25 cu of core courses and 5 cu of elective courses.
Hear From Our Students
Students who have taken the minor highlight its practical relevance, broad industry perspective and ability to connect classroom learning with real-world trade challenges.
“If you’re keen to explore how global trade operates, this minor offers an excellent foundation. It not only strengthens your understanding of trade mechanics but also enhances your grasp of the financial dimensions that support it.”
“I … want to thank you for offering such a fantastic minor in International Trade. This program has expanded my perspective not only academically but also in practical ways. I’ve learned how international markets function and how to apply this knowledge in real-world business situations, which has been incredibly valuable.”
“Overall, a well-rounded perspective of international trade from strategy to operations and compliance. The structure is logical and builds progressively.”
“As someone interested in International Trade and how different economies are becoming connected through trade, it gave me a glimpse of the intricacies and various mechanisms behind building trade relations and how goods and services flow across borders.”