Our courses connect participants with diverse backgrounds and experiences, enabling them to share best practices among peers and the experience which they take back to their work environment when they return. The face-to-face an online training courses bring together high-level practitioners from government, academia, and the private sector, pursuing a specialised training in one of these fields
The exchange of goods and services between countries, influenced by trade agreements, tariffs, quotas, and global supply chains.
Theoretical frameworks that describe the overall economy, including GDP growth, inflation, employment, and fiscal policies.
Kampala, Uganda
Your Tax Policy and Administration course (May 14 - June11, 2019) was excellent. It enhanced my skills in taxation, customs regulations, illicit trade, fraud, and transnational crimes, directly impacting my role at a leading financial technology firm in Uganda.
ClinicPesa
I grabbed a lot from the research workshops in Kinshasa and Goma. Examples used were practical and easy to understand. Both the organizers and facilitator did their job perfectly.
Kinshasa, DR Congo
Thank you for the course on Research Methods in October - November 2023 in Kinshasa.
K&K Business Consulting Ltd
The training in Trade Policy Analysis, International Trade Finance, and Research Methods provided me with invaluable knowledge and skills that continue to drive my professional growth. Delivered by a highly experienced team.
Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives Kampala, Uganda.
Our short courses in Trade Policy, Tax Policy and Administration, and Macroeconomic Models are designed to provide targeted, professional skills that empower you to achieve your career goals. These courses reflect a broader IPRA Progressive Learning Strategy, which comprises two main training paths, one for “generalists” and another for “specialists”. Each training path consists of a sequence of three levels: basic, intermediate and advanced.
You can find your course convenor details via myIPRAA:
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When emailing course convenors or any teaching staff, you can typically expect a response within 48 hours during working days (Monday to Friday) during the trimester.
There is no official course duration – your course lasts for as long as you want! The length of our online courses depends on the aim, objectives and learning outcomes. The course duration will be stated in the course overview section (in the course description).
You can find information about the content of a course in the course profile. Specific course information includes:
If you have any questions regarding your course content, we encourage you to contact your course convenor.
Yes. You can study online. All our E-Learning courses are taught by industry experts which means no matter where you are in the world, you too can get first hand access to the best trainers. They’re all focused on delivering a transformational learning experience.
Start by reading the course outline. This document should be your first resource for understanding the depth and breadth of the course content. Match Learning Outcomes with Goals: Reflect on how the course's learning outcomes fit with your long-term career objectives. Make sure you have everything you need to start. · Set aside some physical space for class.
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I left the trade negotiation course inspired. This is one of the best courses I have ever had. The practical sessions were excellent and was blended with the expertise of the instructor, touching the hearts of the participants. His knowledge and experience gave us sufficient tools to take up challenges in trade negotiations.