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Plan to trade internationally

Plan to trade internationally

Unit of competency
National Code
SIRXSLS005
State Code
BBB67
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/08/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/12/2017
Original Release Date
16/08/2017
Nominal Hours
45
Field of Education
080311 - International Business
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to sell products within an international marketplace. It requires the ability to review international markets, understand trading requirements and plan trade within suitable marketplaces. This unit applies to senior personnel working in a diverse range of sectors and business contexts. They operate independently and are responsible for making a range of operational business decisions. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research international markets.
  • 1.1. Identify international marketplaces for potential expansion based on customer sales and target market information.
  • 1.2. Identify regulatory and compliance requirements of international marketplaces.
  • 1.3. Assess logistical requirements associated with trade in international marketplaces.
  • 1.4. Research and evaluate key features of marketplaces to determine suitability and viability for business expansion.
  • 1.5. Confirm international markets for expansion based on research findings.
2. Plan international expansion.
  • 2.1. Plan compliance with local laws, taxes and customs related to chosen marketplace.
  • 2.2. Identify logistics and fulfilment requirements and determine feasible solutions.
  • 2.3. Plan localised digital marketing strategies for promotional and marketing activity within chosen marketplace.
  • 2.4. Implement ecommerce platform modifications required to facilitate international trade including currency conversion and language translations.
  • 2.5. Select suitable payment solutions that facilitate international trade.
  • 2.6. Identify changes required to product packaging and pricing based on marketplace requirements.
  • 2.7. Identify potential risks and issues related to international trade and document contingency plans to prevent or minimise impact.
  • 2.8. Complete security risk analysis to determine security requirements for protection of organisational and customer information and data.
  • 2.9. Determine performance indicators for monitoring and reviewing performance in chosen market.
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