Forum for International Trade Training - Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) Certification Program

The Forum for International Trade Training is a not-for-profit organization established by industry and government that develops international business programs, sets competency standards, and designs certification and accreditation programs for its CITP designation. The CITP designation is a professional designation which requires adherence to a standard of ethics, recognized experience in the field, and an educational component. The Hanlon Centre seeks to facilitate students as they pursue this designation. The Centre provides FITT training specific to accomplishing the requirements of the CITP, including:

  • Global Business Environment
  • International Marketing
  • International Trade Research
  • International Trade Finance
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • International Market Entry Strategy
  • Legal Aspects of International Trade
  • An Ethical Approach to International Business
  • Cultural Aspects of International Business
  • The Internet, E-Commerce and Technologies in Support of International Trade
  • International Trade Management