Global Enterprise: A Primer on Exporting

Course Description

This training program is about globalization and the value of exporting. It is a practical, self-paced course packed with business information as well as real-world examples and helpful tips. The course is directed to small firms who are interested in exporting. In a powerful trend that is reshaping the American economy, a growing number of U.S. small firms are selling hundreds of billions of dollars in products and services to markets all over the world.

You will find the course easy to follow and the subject matter indexed for quick reference and easy access. The objectives of this course includes:

1. Define the value of globalization and help determine a firm's readiness and/or suitability for exporting.
2. Provide practical guidance on how to research international markets and make business connections throughout the world.
3. Describe how to develop an export strategy, receive and make international payments, and finance trade operations.
4. Identify and provide direct access to key international trade resources.

How To Take This Course

     1) View the Lecture.

     2) Read and study the Glossary terms.

     3) Visit the websites on the Resources page.

Before You Begin

To view the Lecture, you must have the Flash Plugin installed on your computer. Click here to get it free if you don't have it.

Advisories And Notices

This website is not a credit or certificate/degree granting program. This content is freely available as an educational resource for faculty, students, and self-learners.

* No instructor or moderator is present. Click here if you need assistance or have questions.

* This course/tutorials was created by Small Business Administration (US).

* Any reference obtained from this server to a specific commercial product, process, or service does not constitute or imply an endorsement by SBA or the United States Government of the product, process, or service, or its producer or provider. The views and opinions expressed in any referenced document do not necessarily state or reflect those of the SBA or the United States Government.

Who is online

In total there are 20 users online :: 5 registered, 0 hidden and 15 guests (based on users active over the past 7 minutes)

Registered users: Bing [Bot], Exabot [Bot], Google [Bot], leelee, nasim