*   Export Contracts

Which documents are used to create and fulfill an export import contract?

How do you properly use a pro forma invoice, purchase order, bill of lading, letter of credit, etc.?

  *   Incoterms® 2010 rules

Which Incoterms® rules are currently valid and which have been ruled obsolete?

Which Incoterms® rules are used for general transport and which for maritime transport?

  *   Dispute Resolution and ADR

What is the difference between international litigation and international commercial arbitration? How do parties agree to arbitration under the ICC International Court of Arbitration (ICA)?

What are the procedures at the ICA?

  *   UCP 600

What rules apply to letters of credit?

What about standby letters of credit?

Demand guarantees?

What special rules apply to electronic documents and electronic letters of credit?

  *   International Transport

What different types of transport service providers are available for export import?

What is the difference between a freight forwarder and a consolidator or NVOCC?

How do you properly insure cargo for maximum coverage?

  *   International Business Contracts

How do you negotiate an international agency, distributorship, franchise, or trademark licensing contract?

What are the ICC Model Contracts?

What other international business contracts should you understand?

  *   E-Commerce

What do exporters and importers need to know about the Internet and e-commerce?

  *   Intellectual Property

How do exporters and importers protect their intellectual property rights internationally?

Target audience

Developed in consultation with ICC experts, the Guide provides a concise learning and reference tool for working trade professionals as well as students.