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Trade & Commerce Policy
Strategic trade policy for industrial development
10 weeks
Online with live sessions
Next Cohort: October 2026
Program Overview
The Trade & Commerce Policy program addresses the strategic role of trade policy in supporting industrial development and economic security.
Participants develop frameworks for designing trade policies that balance openness with strategic industrial objectives.
The program emphasizes practical skills in trade negotiation, policy design, and implementation.
Certification
CTPS
Certified Trade Policy Strategist
Professional certification for strategic trade policy design and implementation.
Curriculum
Module 1
Trade Policy Fundamentals
- Trade theory and policy frameworks
- WTO and multilateral trade system
- Regional trade agreements
- Trade remedies and safeguards
Module 2
Trade & Industrial Strategy
- Trade policy and industrial development
- Export promotion strategies
- Investment and trade linkages
- Supply chain trade policy
Module 3
Economic Security & Trade
- Trade and national security
- Export controls and sanctions
- Foreign investment screening
- Critical supply chain protection
Module 4
Negotiation & Implementation
- Trade negotiation strategies
- Stakeholder engagement
- Policy implementation
- Dispute resolution
Learning Outcomes
- Design trade policies aligned with industrial objectives
- Navigate trade and economic security tradeoffs
- Conduct effective trade negotiations
- Implement and administer trade programs
- Coordinate with domestic stakeholders
Who Should Apply
- Trade ministry officials
- Commerce department staff
- Trade negotiators
- Trade policy advisors
- Industry and commerce associations
Ready to advance your career in industrial statecraft?
Join a cohort of senior leaders from government, industry, and advisory roles. Applications for the October 2026 cohort are now open.