Programme 03 · Entrepreneurship
China Importation & International Sourcing
Source thoughtfully. Build with a global perspective.
Your learning pathway
Source thoughtfully. Build with a global perspective.
Understand sourcing products internationally, comparing suppliers, budgeting for importation and navigating the practical realities and risks of cross-border trade.
Is this for you?
Aspiring entrepreneurs, resellers, small-business owners and learners interested in international sourcing.
What you'll take away
Make more informed product, supplier, shipping and budgeting decisions when evaluating an importation business.
Training supports skill development. External roles and commercial results are never guaranteed.
What you'll explore
Inside the programme.
Learn step by step through topic explanations, demonstrations and practical activities where available.
International sourcing fundamentals
How China importation and international product sourcing work
Identifying possible demand and conducting product research
Introduction to Alibaba and 1688 wholesale marketplaces
Supplier selection & negotiation
Finding manufacturers, wholesalers and sourcing agents
Comparing quotations, specifications and minimum order quantities
Professional supplier communication and verification
Recognising supplier fraud and common mistakes
Practical import planning
Shipping options and logistics
Introduction to customs, import duties and product compliance
Quality considerations, budgets and landed cost estimates
Pricing, profit margins and commercial risk
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