Trade Compliance Environment II - IIEI-215

Course Description: This three-week overview course is a continuation of the examination of the trade compliance environment begun in IIEI-214. It is intended for new, entry-level personnel who need or want to gain a basic level of understanding of specific ITAR topics in the US trade compliance environment, including Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), Distribution Agreements (DAs), General Correspondence (GC) /Advisory Opinions (AOs) under the ITAR, and Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ). Students seeking an in-depth understanding of these topics should enroll in advanced (300-level) courses that deal with these topics.

Prerequisite: Trade Compliance Environment I (IIEI-214)

Course Credit: 1.5 Credit Hours

Major Course Topics & Course Outcomes

As a result of the group and individual activities included in this course, the student will acquire the following knowledge and skills that can be applied to the workplace:

Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs)

• Understand the purpose, use and application procedures for TAAs.

Manufacturing Licensing Agreements and Distribution Warehouse Agreement 

• Know the purpose, use and application procedures for MLAs and DAs.

Introduction to Advisory Opinions Under the ITAR

• Understand Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTCs) GCs and AO.

Commodity Jurisdiction

• Comprehend the purpose and procedures/process for CJs.

 

Course Texts:

• Department of Commerce website readings
• State Department readings
• Trade Press readings
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations 22 CFR Parts 120-130 Selected Portions
• Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 732-774. Selected Portions

Selected Readings Online.