Exploring careers in trade

Careers in international trade and business encompass a vast array of vital and exciting opportunities spanning sectors right across global value chains.

Here, we offer people passionate about global trade insight into sector-specific job types and brief profiles of some trade professionals.

Successful Career In Global Trade Infographic

Career opportunities in global trade

Careers across global trade value chains offer exciting opportunities for leaders who have an international perspective and embrace lifelong learning.

This infographic highlights an overview some of the roles in global trade that are in highest demand.

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Types of careers in trade

Trade & Business Development

Finance & Banking

Legal & Compliance

Policy & Government Relations

Environmental & Sustainability

Marketing & Sales

Logistics & Operations

Technology & E-commerce

Human Resources & Talent Management

Pathways to successful careers in trade

Looking for inspiration to start your trade career or take it to the next level? We’ve gathered stories and insights from professionals across a range of sectors and career stages. To learn from their experience, read their profile.

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Selecting master’s programs in international business and trade

To support your global trade studies and career, we offer you the Hinrich Foundation Guide to Selecting Master’s Programs in International Business and Trade. Resources include:

Master’s program criteria	Learn what employers are looking for in a quality global trade master’s program.
Exemplary master's programs	Program profiles that exemplify the six trade program content areas and eight trade program attributes deemed necessary for high-quality trade education.
Key questions to ask	How to ascertain the information needed to find the program that meets your study and career goals.
Trade resources	Open-source white papers, discussion guides, infographics, reading lists and more For Students and For Educators on topics ranging from free trade agreements and digital trade to the WTO and sustainable trade. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter.

The Hinrich Foundation is eager to hear your feedback on the Hinrich Foundation Guide and our supporting resources. Please contact us at inquiry@hinrichfoundation.com.