UK Export Academy

The UK Export Academy (UKEA) from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is a free training programme for UK businesses of all sizes looking to grow their international sales.

Provided by: Department for Business & Trade

Scheme details

Area: Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, County Durham, Gateshead, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Northumberland

Categories: Business support

Business stage: Trading business

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The UK Export Academy can support your business to grow by giving you the confidence and know-how to land your first, or next overseas deal.

Over 18,000 businesses across the UK have already joined the training programme. It’s totally free and takes only a few minutes to get started.

How it works

  1. Sign up - Create your free account and explore the ever-evolving calendar of events.
  2. Book your events - Select the events that are right for you at the click of a button.
  3. Watch live or on-demand - Join live to ask the experts questions, or watch the session recording on-demand at a time that suits you.

Explore events

Whether you’re new to exporting or looking to develop your knowledge even further, there is an event for you.

How-To 

  • perfect place to start if you're new to exporting
  • refresh your understanding of the basics of selling goods or services
  • gives you the confidence to sell to the world

Masterclasses 

  • key topics delivered by industry experts
  • broaden your knowledge of international trade
  • new and exclusive sessions every month 

Sector & Market

  • join an event specific to your sector
  • explore opportunities across the globe
  • hear from in-market and sector experts

Take the next step...

For further information about this scheme, including how to apply, visit the provider website.

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