In today’s global trade environment, compliance is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s essential. From navigating complex customs procedures to staying on top of sanctions and export controls, professionals in this space need a level of clarity, structure, and confidence that only comes from robust, high-quality learning.

That’s exactly what our Professional Diploma in International Trade Compliance delivers, and one of the most important elements of that is its university recognition.

‍

A Credential That Counts

This seven-week, part-time diploma isn’t just practical and industry-relevant, it’s also academically recognised. We’re proud to partner with Glasgow Caledonian University to ensure the programme meets the highest educational standards.

When you complete the diploma, you’ll be awarded 20 academic credits at Level 8 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). That’s equivalent to Level 5 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), making your achievement internationally recognised and aligned with university-level learning.

Why That Matters

Having university recognition isn’t just about prestige, it means:

✅ Quality Assurance
You can be confident the course has been academically reviewed, rigorously structured, and benchmarked against clear learning outcomes.

✅ Professional Recognition
Employers and regulators increasingly value formal, recognised learning. This credential shows you’ve achieved something meaningful, not just attended a course, but successfully completed a structured, assessed, and university-approved programme.

✅ Confidence in the Content
With university involvement comes academic integrity. It ensures that what you’re learning is not only industry-specific but grounded in sound, evidence-based principles.

Bridging Practice and Professionalism

One of the things our students value most is the balance this diploma strikes: it's practical, accessible, and immediately useful while also credible, recognised, and respected.

Whether you’re new to the world of trade compliance or looking to deepen your expertise, this diploma offers more than just knowledge. It gives you a formal qualification that supports your growth, validates your experience, and sets you apart.

Explore the Diploma in International Trade Compliance
University recognised. Globally relevant. Professionally transformative.

👉 The International Trade Institute - Professional Diploma in International Trade Compliance

‍