COURSE CODE: 8135

Opportunities in Global Trade

SCED Code: 12056
Virginia Extended Description: I
Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12
Duration: 36 Weeks
Hours: 140
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None
OSHA Compliance Required?: No
CTSO: DECA

Opportunities in Global Trade is a specialized course for students with a career interest in the field of international trade. Students gain an understanding of marketing concepts and strategies in the global marketplace, Virginia’s role in global commerce, and trade challenges associated with import/exports, as they examine the global economy. International marketing plan, structures of international business organizations and the influence of culture on business activities are integral components of this course. Students investigate careers and professional development opportunities in global marketing.

Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

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Career Clusters

Pathway Occupation
Marketing Communications
  • Marketing Communication Manager
  • Marketing Managers
  • Media Planner, Buyer
  • Public Information Director
  • Public Relations Managers
  • Public Relations Specialists
  • Sales Managers
  • Trade Show Manager
  • Customer Service Supervisor
Marketing Management
  • Advertising and Promotions Managers
  • Brand Manager
  • Chief Executives
  • Entrepreneur
  • Franchisee
  • General and Operations Managers
  • Marketing Communication Manager
  • Marketing Managers
  • Public Information Director
  • Public Relations Managers
  • Retail Manager
  • Forecasting Manager
  • Strategic Planner
Marketing Research
  • Brand Manager
  • Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
  • Merchandising Coordinator
Merchandising
  • Customer Service Representatives
  • Merchandise Buyer
  • Merchandise Manager
  • Merchandising Coordinator
  • Operations Manager
  • Retail Manager
  • Product Planner
Professional Sales
  • Entrepreneur
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Sales Managers
  • Sales Representative
  • Telemarketer
  • Trade Show Manager
  • Business and Development Manager
  • Client Relationship Manager

Pathway Occupation
Logistics Planning & Management Services
  • Logistics Analyst
  • Logistics Manager
Sales & Service
  • Customer Service Supervisor
  • Customer Service Representatives
  • Marketing Managers
  • Sales Managers
  • Reservation, Travel, and Transportation Agent/Clerk
Warehousing & Distribution Center Operations
  • Storage and Distribution Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Warehouse Manager

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