International Purchasing school training courses in Detroit, MI (public, in-house or online)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts of global purchasing. Key elements in this course include managing international logistics and customs operations; indirect transactions; supplier source development issues; cultural, pre-procurement and quality considerations; counter-trade; methods of payment; and evaluating quotations.

Covers cultural differences, legal issues, communications, foreign exchange risk management, customs and logistics basics, payment, channels and sourcing. Offered since 1993. Offered in-house, in class and on line.

Fundamentals of International Purchasing is an internationally oriented program, geared to those purchasing and procurement personnel who can be considered some of an organization’s most valuable assets—if they have the right skills. This fast-paced seminar is packed with useful information, from the basics of purchasing to the finest points of shaving costs. It focuses on the most challenging aspects of the purchasing function and will provide the tools and techniques you need to meet thos...

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