ITRISA Courses Offered in 2025

List of International Trade Institute of Southern Africa (ITRISA) Courses Offered in 2025. In the 2025 application, the ITRISA has outlined the various courses that students can take. These courses are well-structured and guided to help students reach their maximum academic and professional potential. The ITRISA Courses provide not only academic knowledge but also foster personal growth and critical thinking. The choice of courses plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual’s career path and worldview. In this article, we will delve into a curated list of ITRISA Courses that go beyond traditional boundaries, offering unique perspectives and preparing students to tackle the challenges of the modern world.

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Lists of ITRISA Courses Offered in 2025

ITRISA Distance Learning Courses

ITRISA conducts a comprehensive distance learning programme in international trade which affords participants valuable insights into how the trading environment works, and the opportunities and challenges facing international trade practitioners today.

1. HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE

The 1-year Higher Certificate in International Trade is ideal for those who are looking for a solid grounding in the field and/or have not yet decided on a particular specialist stream (i.e. exports or imports). NQF Level 5 (SAQA ID 96698).

2. DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE MANAGEMENT (EXPORTS) OR (IMPORTS)

The 3-year Diploma in International Trade Management (Exports) or (Imports) is ideal for those looking to develop the knowledge and competencies required to direct the export or import operation of a South African company. The first year of the two Diploma course options is identical, with one or other specialisation (i.e. exports or imports) becoming apparent at the second- and third-year levels. NQF Level: 6 (ID 24333).

ITRISA Short Training Courses

ITRISA conducts short, face-to-face training courses and workshops, covering a variety of export- and import-related topics, both for those with no previous export/import experience and those wanting to keep abreast of the latest trends and applications.

The widest range of public short courses and workshops are conducted in Johannesburg where the concentration of exporters and importers is the greatest. A series of combined export/import courses, however, are also run on a regular basis in Durban, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. Other specific courses may also be available at the coastal centres dependent on demand.

In response to growing demand, ITRISA provides customised training in-company in addition to its scheduled public training courses.. In-house training is available in all provinces and in other countries. It is a convenient option for an organisation that is committed to staff development and looking for practical solutions to the real problems and challenges it faces in its international business dealings.

ITRISA is able to tailor-make a course, drawing from a range of possible topics to an organisation’s specific requirements and schedule training sessions at mutually agreed times.

From time to time, ITRISA is also asked by entities such as chambers of commerce, banks and government agencies to conduct courses/workshops for their members or clients. As with in-company training, specific topics are agreed in advance and a presentation format selected to suit the audience in question.

ITRISA Public Training Courses

EXPORT COURSES

OUR OFFERING OF EXPORT COURSES PUTTING YOU ON THE MAP.

Getting Ready for Exports
Complete Export Administration Course
Practical Costing & Quoting for Exports
Claiming Duty Refunds, Drawbacks and Rebates
Export readiness and marketing planning
VAT & Exports
Export Documentation Workshop

IMPORT COURSES

OUR CHOICES OF IMPORT COURSES BRINGING THE WORLD TO YOU.

Getting Ready for Imports
Complete Import Administration Course
Import Costing Workshop
Import Documentation Workshop
Customs valuation and the Calculation of Duties

EXPORT-IMPORT COURSES

Available in Durban, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town & Johannesburg

Getting Ready for Export Import
Complete Export-Import Administration Course

SUBJECT-SPECIFIC COURSES

Courses of relevance to both exporters and importers

Understanding Letters of Credit
The Correct Use of Incoterms® 2020
Product Classification Workshop
Warehousing and Distribution

ITRISA Customized Training Courses

ITRISA is frequently requested by companies to tailor course content to meet specific company needs. Training is then conducted at the premises of the client, or a venue organised by the client and attended only by the company’s personnel. Topics range from international payment methods, e.g. the letter of credit, and customs matters to international marketing, contract formation and more.

In-house training courses have been run throughout South Africa and also in other African countries, such as Zimbabwe, Namibia and Kenya.

Clients for which such training has been conducted in the past include: BASF, Toyota South Africa, PG Glass, Marubeni Trading, Allport Cargo Services, Consul Glass, British American Tobacco, Pep Stores, KWV, Nampak, Samancor, IGT Africa, Aspen Pharmacare, Eskom, Credit Guarantee, Prominent Paints and Nedbank.

ITRISA Courses are more than just a means to an end of academic excellence, they are opportunities for personal growth. The ITRISA Courses mentioned above transcend traditional academic boundaries, offering students a chance to engage with timeless ideas, diverse cultures, pressing global issues, and essential skills. These courses not only prepare students for their chosen careers but also shape them into well-rounded individuals ready to navigate the complexities of the world.