Waukesha County Technical College
Global Trade Finance

Global Trade Finance

Program Information

Degree Type

15-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-138-CK

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

August / January / June

How You'll Learn

Hybrid

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Both small and large U.S. businesses deal with foreign buyers and suppliers. Develop a solid knowledge of issues surrounding global trade finance including international payment terms, Letters of Credit, export credit insurance and foreign currencies. Gain an understanding of global economic issues and how they impact trade and accounting operations.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2025 Start

  • Application Opens: April 1, 2024
  • Application Deadline: January 10, 2025

Summer 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: June 3, 2024

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

How To Apply

  • Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
  • Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your math skills:
      • High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
      • ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
      • Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
      • If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.

*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

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What Makes This Program Unique?

1

Focus on business opportunities in a competitive global economy where 95 percent of the population lives outside of the US.

2

Learn, develop and practice skills to implement marketing plans in a global environment.

3

Some credits earned in this program may be applied toward associate degree programs in Business Management and Marketing.

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