Chambers Wales has launched a series of international training courses to help Welsh businesses overcome supply chain issues and develop new skill sets.
The business membership organisation for the South East, South West and Mid Wales has designed courses to provide businesses with the skills and confidence to deal with fundamental trade processes and documentation.
The training will help businesses to export and import following the introduction of new customs regulations and controls this month.
The courses are HMRC aligned to help companies ensure they are compliant and prepared for audits. The courses can also assist businesses to mitigate their risk as non-compliance with the new customers regulations can potentially lead to considerable financial penalties and fines.
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can assist with finding new markets, identifying new international opportunities, and support businesses big and small, navigate new trading regulations following the end of the EU Transition period.
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Other specialist courses in the series include guides to trading with Northern Ireland and the EU post Brexit.
Businesses may be eligible for funding from the Welsh Government’s flexible skills programme for export training to cover the cost of training to improve their capability to trade internationally.
Keith Moore, international trade executive at Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid, said: “Whether in daily conversations or via our quarterly economic surveys, businesses continue to share their concerns with us regarding supply chain issues and the recruitment of skilled workers. Using our extensive experience, we have developed a range of courses with expert trainers to empower businesses to manage their supply chain and upskill staff.”
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Facilitated by the chamber, the courses will be delivered by trainers Jeff Lewis, an international business, training and development advisor, and Mark Rowbotham, an independent consultant, trainer and writer in customs and excise issues.
Mr Lewis said: “Delivered in a friendly and easy to understand way, the range of courses will enable delegates to gain knowledge of the procedures required to help their businesses achieve profitable international sales growth.”
Mr Rowbotham said: “There is a greater need than ever for exporters and importers to understand the changes to international trade procedures, and that is why the Chamber has introduced a new package of training courses in international trade. In this age of economic uncertainty, greater levels of knowledge of international trade will enhance your business and give you the economic cutting edge.”
Nine courses are accredited by the British Chambers of Commerce and each successful participant is provided with a certificate to show their industry recognised qualification. By completing six courses, participants can gain a Foundation Award in International Trade.