- Live Online | Instructor-Led | FITTskills Credit | Pathway to FITT Credentials
- FITT Diploma in International Trade (6 Courses) : USD 5000
- FITT Certificate in International Trade: USD 1000 per course
Start Your Global Trade Training with ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc.
ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. is an Authorized FITTskills Delivery Partner
Build practical, job-ready international trade knowledge through a globally recognized program delivered locally by ActionINVEST. As an authorized FITTskills Delivery Partner, ActionINVEST is approved to deliver FITTskills courses and guide learners toward FITT educational credentials.
What ActionINVEST Delivers Through This Partnership
Instructor-Led FITTskills Courses
Live virtual training with practical instruction, discussion, and applied learning in international trade.
Targeted Trade Workshops
Short, focused workshops designed for professionals and teams seeking immediate, practical trade knowledge.
Flexible Learner Support
Accessible online delivery, session recordings where needed, and optional review support to help learners stay on track.
Regional Relevance and Mentorship
Caribbean-focused examples, flexible schedules, and networking opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
The most exacting standards for international trade professionals in the world
The FITTskills program helps learners build practical knowledge across the core areas of international trade. Through ActionINVEST’s delivery of the program, participants can strengthen capabilities in areas such as market research, market entry, trade finance, international sales, and related cross-border business functions.
This offering is ideal for professionals entering international trade, business owners exploring export opportunities, operations and logistics staff, business development professionals, and individuals working toward recognized international trade credentials.
Program Introduction
About the FITTskills Program
The FITTskills Program is designed to build the global trade competencies professionals need to succeed in international business. Each course develops practical knowledge in key areas of trade, including market research, finance, logistics, market entry, and international sales.
Delivered by ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. as an Authorized FITTskills Delivery Partner, the FITTskills program forms part of FITT’s international business training offering which is endorsed by the Canadian government.
Whether you are starting your international trade journey or advancing your professional credentials, FITTskills courses provide a structured pathway toward recognized international business qualifications.
Develop and validate your global skills with ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc.
Find FITT international business training solutions to grow in the many skills
and knowledge areas required to successfully do business across borders.
Rish Analysis & Management
Market Entry Strategies
Trade Finance
International Distribution
Product & Service Development
International Sales & Marketing
Market Research
Market Expansion Planning
International Business Disputes
Procurement
Inventory Management
Document Management
Intercultural Competence
International Law & Ethics
E-commerce
International Business Development
Progress Toward Recognized FITT Credentials
Each FITTskills course completed through ActionINVEST earns credit toward FITT educational credentials. Learners who successfully complete any 3 FITTskills courses may qualify for the FITT Certificate in International Trade. Learners who complete all 6 FITTskills courses may qualify for the FITT Diploma in International Trade. The FITT Diploma also meets one of the eligibility requirements for the CITP® | FIBP® designation through FITT’s published pathways.
Important: FITT credentials are awarded according to FITT’s requirements and published eligibility rules. ActionINVEST delivers the training as an authorized FITTskills Delivery Partner.
Delivery Format
Individual Course Format
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Delivery: Live online
- Schedule: 4 instructor-led sessions
- Session Length: 4 hours each
Resources: eBook textbook and course materials included
Complete the Full FITTskills Program and Unlock 45% Savings
Enroll in all six FITTskills courses together and take advantage of a 45% bundle discount, paying only $5,000 USD instead of $9,000 USD.
This is the smartest and most affordable way to complete the full program, earn the FITT Diploma in International Trade, and advance toward the prestigious CITP®|FIBP® designation.
By committing to the full program, participants benefit from major cost savings, a clear learning pathway, and the opportunity to build job-ready international trade knowledge from start to finish.
Select a course from the dropdown menu to view its PDF overview.
Course Overviews
Course 1: Feasibility of International Trade
Determine whether new business opportunities are viable, and if the potential benefits outweigh the risks and costs.
- Situational Analysis: Determining Current State and Opportunities for Growth
$500.00
- Risk Analysis and Management: Analyzing and Mitigating Risks in International Trade.
$500.00
Course Start Date: Saturday, May 9th – May 30th, 2026. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays.
Course 2: International Market Entry Strategies
Ensure your success in new markets by conducting proper research, selecting the most effective entry strategy and implementing it efficiently.
- Planning for International Market Entry: Making Choices and Establishing the Route to Global Success.
$500.00
- Implementation of Market Entry Strategies: Building an International Business Operation.
$500.00
Course Start Date: Saturday, July 4th – 25th, 2026. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays
Course 3: Global Value Chain
Manage your company’s supply chain and logistics to mitigate risks, reduce costs and improve efficiency throughout every stage of your global value chain.
- International Procurement: Purchasing and Outsourcing in the Global Marketplace.
$500.00
- Inventory Management: Maximizing Efficiency in Global Inventory Management.
$500.00
- International Distribution: Transportation of Goods and Delivery of Services.
$500.00
Course Start Date: Saturday, September 5th -26th, 2026. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays
Course 4: Products & Services for a Global Market
Give yourself an edge over the competition by adapting your products and services to the regulations and requirements for selling in international markets.
Course Start Date: Saturday, November 7th -28th, 2026. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays
Course 5: International Trade Finance
Be confident in everything an importer or exporter needs to know about payment, risk mitigation, financing, and the flow of goods and services.
- Negotiations and Planning for Successful International Transactions.
- Payment Risk Assessment.
- Using Export Credit Agency Services for Financing and Mitigating Commercial Risk.
- Cash Flow Management.
- Disputes in International Trade.
Course Start Date: Saturday, January 9th -30th, 2027. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays
Course 6: International Sales & Marketing
Market and sell your goods or services effectively, anywhere in the world.
- Marketing Products and Services: Attracting International Markets.
$500.00
- Selling to International Markets: Sales Channels, Negotiation and Follow-Up.
$500.00
- E-Commerce: Using Digital Technology to Access International Markets.
$500.00
Course Start Date: Saturday, March 6th -27th, 2027. Classes repeat weekly on Saturdays.
FITTskills Assessments
Successful participants are graded using the same FITTskills standard for both full courses and workshops:
- Pass with Distinction: 85% or higher
- Pass: 65%–84%
- Fail: 64% or lower
Successful participants earn full course credit or partial course credit, depending on the format in which they are enrolled.
Important: While full FITTskills courses and FITTskills workshops use the same grading scale, they are different learning formats. Workshops are shorter and more focused, have different assessment requirements, and provide only partial credit toward the related full course. The comparison below outlines the main differences between the Course Format and Workshop Format.
Feature
Course Format
Workshop Format
Who it’s for
Participants seeking comprehensive training and full course credit
Participants seeking focused, shorter training in a specific topic area
Duration
12-16 Hours per course
3-4 Hours per workshop
Assessment Deadline
Within 30 days of the course end date
Within 30 days of workshop completion
Credits Earned
Full FITTskills course credit
Partial credit toward the related course
Ideal For
Participants seeking full course completion and broader learning
Participants seeking targeted skills in a shorter format
Recommended Starting Point
Where to Start
Feasibility of International Trade is the recommended starting point in the FITTskills Program. As a foundational course, it introduces learners to the essential research, planning, cost analysis, and risk assessment skills needed to evaluate international trade opportunities.
Starting with Feasibility helps participants build a strong base before progressing into more specialized FITTskills courses.
Who Should Enroll
Who This Program Is For
This program is ideal for:
- Professionals entering international trade
- Business owners exploring global markets
- Export and import coordinators
- Sales, logistics, and operations professionals
- Individuals working toward FITT credentials
Why Choose This Program
Why Take FITTskills Training
- Industry-recognized international trade training
- Structured pathway to FITT credentials
- Practical, career-relevant course content
- Flexible live online delivery
- Designed for real-world business application
Credential Pathway Section
FITT Educational and Professional Credentials
Each FITTskills course completed through ActionINVEST earns credit toward FITT educational credentials. Learners who successfully complete any 3 FITTskills courses may qualify for the FITT Certificate in International Trade. Learners who complete all 6 FITTskills courses may qualify for the FITT Diploma in International Trade. The FITT Diploma also meets one of the eligibility requirements for the CITP® | FIBP® designation through FITT’s published pathways.
FITT credentials are awarded according to FITT’s requirements and published eligibility rules. ActionINVEST delivers the training as an authorized FITTskills Delivery Partner.
1. FITT Certificate in International Trade
Awarded to individuals who successfully complete any three FITTskills courses. Earning this certificate proves your intermediate knowledge in many of the key skills areas of global business.
2. FITT Diploma in International Trade
Awarded to individuals who successfully complete all six FITTskills courses. Earning the FITT Diploma meets one of the eligibility requirements for the CITP|FIBP designation for those applying through Pathway 1 (FITT Diploma Pathway)
3. Certified International Trade Professional (CITP® | FIBP®)
The CITP® | FIBP® designation may be pursued by individuals who meet the applicable eligibility requirements through one of FITT’s approved pathways.
When you become a CITP®|FIBP® designation holder, you have proof that you’ve achieved the core competencies essential to international business through skills and knowledge acquisition and industry experience. The CITP®|FIBP® designation promotes the advancement of international business professionals working in a wide variety of roles and organizations. This designation is an indication of highly developed competencies and experience within international trade.
The Certified International Trade Professional (CITP®|FIBP®) designation can be achieved by individuals who have met all eligibility requirements for one of FITT’s approved pathways.
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Start with Feasibility of International Trade through ActioNINVEST Caribbean Inc. and progress through the FITTskills Program toward internationally recognized trade credentials!
Looking for faster, more targeted training?
FITTskills workshops feature content from the comprehensive FITTskills courses, which have been divided into 4 hour workshops, so that you can focus on specific topics and finish your training faster than ever. You can build on each workshop completed to work towards the same FITTskills credentials.
