Sanctions & trade compliance training

As international commerce expands, compliance with sanctions, export controls, and customs regulations has become more critical than ever. Violations of trade laws can lead to severe financial penalties, loss of contracts, and reputational damage. LRN’s trade compliance training equips employees to identify red flags, understand complex export regulations, and act with integrity when conducting cross-border business.

Why sanctions and trade controls training matters

Understanding and complying with international trade laws is essential for building a culture of ethical global business. LRN’s sanctions and trade controls training helps organizations prevent costly violations while fostering awareness and accountability.

Through real-world examples and interactive learning, employees learn to:

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Report suspicious activities through appropriate internal channels

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Recognize high-risk transactions and restricted parties

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Understand due diligence and documentation requirements

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Identify potential sanctions violations under OFAC, ITAR, and EAR

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Apply trade controls when importing or exporting goods and services

Curriculum overview

LRN’s customs compliance training and trade control modules go beyond legal checklists. Courses feature expert input from former compliance officers and government officials, providing practical insights from both regulatory and corporate perspectives.

Each module includes:

  • Interactive case studies based on real enforcement examples
  • Scenario-based decision-making exercises for importers and exporters
  • Microlearnings focused on high-risk areas such as export licensing and screening requirements
  • Assessment tools to measure retention and identify training gaps

 

Curriculum topics include:

Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions

Dual-use goods and technology transfers

Customs classification and valuation

Restricted party screening procedures

Anti-boycott compliance

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Who should take trade compliance training

This training is designed for:

  • Importers, exporters, and logistics professionals

  • Supply chain, procurement, and distribution managers

  • Sales and operations teams conducting cross-border transactions

  • Legal, finance, and compliance officers overseeing global operations

  • Contractors, subsidiaries, and third-party partners involved in international trade

Specialized modules are available for both U.S. and international organizations, supporting compliance with evolving global frameworks.

Training that meets and exceeds regulations

LRN’s training content adheres to international export control and customs frameworks, including:

  • Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

  • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

  • Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)

  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) standards

  • World Customs Organization (WCO) best practices

  • EU Dual-Use Regulation and other regional trade laws

Our programs combine realistic compliance challenges with diverse perspectives to ensure that learners can apply what they learn directly in their daily work.

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The LRN experience

Legally verified and globally relevant:

All LRN trade compliance content is reviewed by subject-matter experts and aligns with the latest global regulations.

Mapped to your risk profile:

Customize your training for high-risk regions, industry sectors, or product categories.

AI-driven compliance analytics:

Use data insights to monitor engagement, assess risk exposure, and improve program effectiveness.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Trade compliance training teaches employees how to comply with export controls, customs laws, and international sanctions that regulate cross-border trade.

Customs compliance training focuses on import/export documentation, product classification, valuation, and record-keeping to ensure legal compliance with customs authorities.

 

Anyone involved in international trade—importers, exporters, sales teams, and compliance officers—should complete this training to prevent violations.

Courses align with EAR, ITAR, OFAC, CBP, and other global trade and customs frameworks.

Yes. LRN’s courses can be tailored to your organization’s specific trade routes, regions, and compliance risks.

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