Industry Expert Training Program: 7 Essential Export and Customs Skills
Introduction
The Department of Business Administration (SF), Kamaraj College (Autonomous), Thoothukudi, organised an Industry Expert Training Program on “Customs Documentation and Export Procedure” on 04 August 2026 at the Bharathiyar Block.
The Industry Expert Training Program was organised to provide students with practical knowledge of customs documentation, export procedures and international trade practices. The programme aimed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real world industry requirements while improving students’ employability and professional competence.
Resource Person
The Industry Expert Training Program featured Shri. S. Arunachalam, Managing Partner, TVTS Groups, as the Resource Person.
Drawing from his extensive industry experience, he shared practical insights into export operations, customs regulations and global trade practices. His interaction enabled students to understand how international trade functions in today’s competitive business environment.
Training on Customs Documentation and Export Procedure
The highlight of the Industry Expert Training Program was the comprehensive training session on customs documentation and export procedures.
The resource person explained:
- Customs documentation and compliance procedures
- Export documentation requirements
- Practical export and import operations
- International trade procedures
- Regulatory compliance in export business
- Documentation management and logistics coordination
- Industry practices followed in international trade
The session helped students understand the systematic process involved in export transactions and the importance of accurate documentation.
Industry Exposure and Career Guidance
The Industry Expert Training Program also focused on career opportunities available in international trade and logistics.
The resource person explained the growing demand for skilled professionals in export documentation, freight forwarding, customs clearance, logistics management and global supply chain operations. Students gained valuable knowledge about career prospects and the skills required to succeed in the international business sector.
Bridging Theory and Practice
One of the major objectives of the Industry Expert Training Program was to connect academic learning with industry expectations.
The practical examples and real life case discussions enabled students to understand how theoretical concepts are applied in actual export operations. The session encouraged students to develop industry relevant skills and prepare themselves for future employment opportunities.
Benefits of the Industry Expert Training Program
The programme offered several valuable benefits to the students.
- Enhanced knowledge of customs documentation and export procedures
- Provided practical exposure to international trade operations
- Created awareness about export compliance and documentation
- Improved employability and industry readiness
- Introduced career opportunities in international trade and logistics
- Strengthened understanding of global business practices
- Bridged the gap between academic learning and industry requirements
Outcome of the Programme
The Industry Expert Training Program was successfully conducted with enthusiastic participation from students.
The major outcomes of the programme were:
- Students gained practical knowledge of export documentation and customs procedures
- Awareness about international trade regulations and compliance increased
- Students understood real world export operations through industry examples
- Career awareness in logistics and international trade was significantly enhanced
- The programme strengthened students’ confidence, employability and professional readiness
The Industry Expert Training Program effectively prepared students to understand the dynamic nature of international trade and logistics while encouraging them to pursue careers in the global business sector.
Conclusion
The Industry Expert Training Program organised by the Department of Business Administration (SF) was highly informative and professionally enriching.
The expert session delivered by Shri. S. Arunachalam, Managing Partner, TVTS Groups, provided students with practical knowledge of customs documentation, export procedures and international trade practices. The Industry Expert Training Program successfully bridged the gap between theoretical learning and industry expectations while enhancing students’ employability, professional competence and career readiness in the field of international trade and logistics.
Internal Link
Department of Business Administration | Kamaraj College (Autonomous), Thoothukudi