Post Graduate Diploma in Foreign Trade

What is the  Post Graduate Diploma in Foreign Trade?

The Post Graduate Diploma in Foreign Trade is a specialized program in Foreign Trade Management at the postgraduate level. It encompasses executive management aspects of foreign or international trade, involving the exchange of capital, goods, and services across international borders. This field holds substantial importance in most countries, contributing significantly to the gross domestic product (GDP). The duration of the program typically spans two academic years, although variations exist among institutes, including part-time options.

The course is inherently career-oriented, offering diverse job opportunities across various sectors upon completion. The syllabus, determined by different universities and colleges, covers a range of subjects to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills in foreign trade.

Syllabus and Course Content:

Semester I:

1. Managerial Economics
2. International Economics and Foreign Exchange Management
3. International Logistics
4. Marketing Principles and Management
5. Quantitative Methods
6. Foreign Language (Departmental Course)

Semester II:

1. International Marketing
2. International Financial Management
3. Export and Import Procedures
4. Indian Economy and Trade Dependencies
5. Commercial Geography
6. Assignment and Project (Departmental Course)

Post Graduate Diploma in Foreign Trade Colleges:

• Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune

Course Suitability:

The program is suitable for individuals aspiring to teach at higher education levels in both private and government institutions. Key attributes for success include excellent communication skills, a business-oriented aptitude, knowledge of foreign languages, persuasive ability, and confidence. Proficiency in international business, understanding diverse economies, awareness of modern business trends, leadership skills, and effective management are essential.

Course Benefits:

• Opportunities for pursuing higher degrees and engaging in research studies.
• Employment prospects in export management, pricing, sourcing, costing, export market research, distribution, freight marketing, export finance, documentation, and foreign exchange.
• Teaching opportunities in private and government institutes.
• Career paths in merchandising companies, export units, and international business divisions of multinational corporations.

Employment Areas:

• Banks and Government Agencies
• Financial Institutions
• Manufacturing Companies
• Research Institutes
• Trade Companies

Job Types:

• Coordinator
• Foreign Exchange Trade Settlement Specialist
• Foreign Trade Payables Specialist
• Foreign Trade Representative
• Foreign Trade Zone Analyst
• Foreign Trade Zone Operator
• FX Trading Platform Business Analyst
• Global Trade Manager
• Researcher
• Senior FX Trading Strategist
• Support Trader