Is the CITP worth it? Here’s what professionals say

When you trace the origins of many of the world’s most trusted credentials, a recognizable trend emerges: necessity is the mother of invention. Professional engineering…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

International trade explained: definitions, roles, and real careers

What is international trade? The practice of trade, historically, was simple: Villagers exchanged food for pottery; fishermen swapped their catch for tools; goods moved across…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

CITP Spotlight: Banksharon Nwaneri – Commercial Specialist, U.S. Department of Commerce

As an international trade professional, Banksharon Nwaneri, CITP, has built his career around one guiding principle: creating meaningful connections that unlock opportunity.

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

What’s the difference between an MBA and CITP?

In today’s competitive job market, both students and professionals are searching for ways to advance their career prospects. They want to stand out from other contenders but also want to stay relevant…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

How to start a career in international trade from scratch – tips, advice, and strategies from professionals

Trade is ancient. The practice began even before some languages and civilizations were born, with the earliest records and evidence dating back approximately 8,000 years ago,…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

How to choose the right training to start your career in international trade

Decades ago, international trade careers grew out of business expansion needs, on-the-job learning, and a patchwork of logistics, commerce, or finance experience. But as global supply chains…

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Why global trade is within reach for small and mid-sized businesses

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are driving more of North America’s export activity than ever before. According to Global Affairs Canada, SME export participation rose…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

How to land a role in the international trade job market

A quick browse through most LinkedIn feeds these days, and you’ll see a common theme that everyone is talking about: today’s tough job market.   HR managers are complaining that potential employees are ghosting interviews, job seekers are ranting…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

How to handle (and avoid) 5 of the most common types of trade disputes

In business, foresight always outdoes hindsight – and so it is in international trade. But that’s easier said than done. Operating across borders routinely exposes…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

CITP Spotlight: Ramón Pinto, President & CEO, SOLUPAPER LLC

Ramon Pinto’s career began with an ambitious teenage venture importing clothing from the U.S. to sell at home and eventually led him across borders, industries, and continents in the field of international trade.

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.