Certificate in Digital Trade Strategy (CDTS) - ICC Academy (2024)

Module 1: The architecture of international trade and supply chainsExpand

This module is split up into 5 lessons, authored by Oswald Kuyler and Tat Yeen Yap, MonetaGo; Emmanuelle Ganne, WTO; Erick Tavares, Vale; Anesan Naidoo, Anglo American; Martin Thijsen, Port of Rotterdam.

Module 1 Lessons:

• CDTS overview - Foundational process of trade
• 1.1 - Complexity in trade
• 1.2 - The way trade processes are organised from a shippers and customers' perspective
• 1.3 - The way trade processes are organized from Carriers, shippers and (air)port authorities’ perspective
• 1.4 - Banks internal and external interactions

Module 2: Critical challenges associated with digitising trade and trade financeExpand

This module is split up into 4 lessons, authored by Hans Huber, id4.trade; Alisa DiCaprio, R3; Louise Taylor-Digby, SWIFT & ICC Banking Commission; Merlin Dowse, JP Morgan & ICC Banking Commission.

Module 2 Lessons

• 2.1 - Digital trade and a trade data dictionary
• 2.2 - High level overview of the existing fintech landscape
• 2.3 - The challenges and opportunities of digitisation from a banks' perspective
• 2.4 - The ICC eRules and how they enable the digitalisation of banks and corporates interaction

Module 3: MLETR FoundationsExpand

This module has 6 lessons, including four case studies from countries that have successfully aligned their country's legal systems with MLETR.

Module 3 Lessons

• 3.1 - Current treatment of electronic transferable records (ETRs)
• 3.2 - Overview of the Model Law on Electronic Transferable Records (MLETR), the principles and core provisions
• 3.3 - Case study: socialisation process for MLETR alignment
• 3.4 - Case study: trade finance digitalisation in France
• 3.5 - Case study: digitising international trade for resilience and sustainability
• 3.6 - Case study: Belize's national digital agenda

Module 4: Exchanging trade and supply chain data in a trusted environment Expand

This module contains 5 lessons, authored by Stephan Wolf, GLEIF; Jaco Voorspuij and Thierry Grumiaux, GS1; Niels Nuyens, Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA); Grant Hunter, BIMCO; Stéphane Graber, FIATA.

Module 4 Lessons

• 4.1 - Corporate digital identity – The enabler of trust and transparency in digital trade
• 4.2 - Digital identifiers for products and objects in the physical supply chain
• 4.3 - DCSA eBL standard
• 4.4 - BIMCO eBL standard
• 4.5 - FIATA eFBL standard

Module 5: Interoperability frameworks – putting it together Expand

This module contains 4 lessons, authored by Emmanuelle Ganne, World Trade Organization (WTO); Hannah Nguyen, ICC Digital Standards Initiative (DSI); André Casterman, Casterman Advisory; Kay Ren Yuh, Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and André Simha, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC).

Module 5 Lessons

• 5.1 - Standards toolkit for cross-border paperless trade
• 5.2 - ITFA Digital Negotiable Instruments (DNI) Initiative
• 5.3 - TradeTrust – The digital utility for exchange of electronic trade documents
• 5.4 - The future of trade digitisation - What to expect over the next five years

Final examExpand

• The final exam can be taken at any time after you have completed the 5 modules.
• The exam lasts for 60 minutes and is live proctored via the internet.The only requirement is a steady internet connection
• The passing grade is 70% minimum. Upon passing the examination, learners will be issued a downloadable certificate signed by the ICC Secretary General
• You can then use the “CDTS” designation and join our alumni community
• The exam consists of multiple choice questions
• Full details about how our exams work can befound here.

Digitising your trade and supply chains is an ecosystem activity. This course will teach you the building blocks you need to know to identify the right strategy.

There may be 'digital islands' within your supply chains that lead to a fragmented approach to digitisation. The CDTS will help you articulate the benefits of a common, standards-based approach that minimises cost and complexity.

Real-time data makes trade faster, cheaper and more secure through improved visibility, while reducing environmental impact resulting from the paper trail.

How much does the CDTS cost? Expand

The CDTS is available for US$499.

If you are looking to purchase for your team of 5 or more, we may be able to tailor the pricing for your needs. Please contact sales@iccacademy.com.sg for more details.

How long do I have access to the course content for?Expand

What happens if I fail the exam?Expand

How does the exam work?Expand

Who is the Certificate in Digital Trade Strategy (CDTS) for?Expand

The Certificate in Digital Trade Strategy is designed for people working on digital strategy and digital transformation for organisations with global supply chains. More specifically it is designed for:

Shippers and Carriers
Heads of Trade, Heads of Strategy,
Heads of Sales Operations, Heads of Logistics, Enterprise Architects, Chief Digital Officers.

FinTechs
Heads of Technology, Chief Product Officers,
Architects, Developers

Banks
Heads of Trade, Head of Risk and Compliance

Policy Makers
Heads of Trade Policy, Digital Trade Policy Leads

How long will it take to complete the CDTS?Expand

It will take approximately 7 hours to complete the 5 modules and final exam depending on your pace of study.

Candidates will have 12 months to complete the 5 modules and take the final exam from date of purchase.

What's included with my purchase of the CDTS?Expand

• One-year access to the e-learning course – 5+ hours of learning over 5 modules and 20 lesssons – delivered exclusively online
• Interactive learning – assessment questions and case studies to help you grasp key concepts easily and review the course materials
• One attempt at timed one-hour online exam – if you pass (70%) you will receive an ICC Academy, industry-recognised digital certificate signed by the ICC Secretary General
• Dedicated, full-time IT support

Can I request a refund for my purchase?Expand