THE Institute of Export, which has its headquarters in Peterborough, has acknowledged the achievements of its students who have completed prestigious qualifications in international trade.

The graduates, who hail from national and global organisations including Citibank N.A. Cameroon, Gloria Jeans in Russia, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce and Dormer Tools in Sheffield – have been awarded the Institute’s Diploma in International Trade at a ceremony at London’s historic Mansion House.

Established in 1935, The Institute of Export is the only professional body in the UK offering recognised, formal qualifications in international trade and the vibrant graduation ceremony marked the achievements of students spanning the last three academic years.

The celebration was hosted by City of London Alderman and Sheriff Alan Yarrow. Institute of Export chair Doug Tweddle CBE, who presented the awards, highlighted the continued importance of harnessing international trade opportunities to stimulate employment and growth.

Lesley Batchelor, director general of the Institute of Export recognised the commitment of each and every student and their hard work in combining their studies with full-time work to achieve their respective certificates and diplomas.

She said: “Being equipped with skills and ‘know how’ in international trade is a vital component of the British economy in our increasingly global 21st Century. Every graduate of the Institute can take their newly acquired international trading expertise and maximise the wealth of learning and best practice to build stronger public and private sector organisations to help boost the economy through the predicted flat growth of the next four years.”

Attendees from across the UK supported the event which was sponsored by CITA, The Worshipful Company of World Traders, Complete IT, Hochiki, Perkins, Speechly Bircham and T&R Insurance.

The IOE offers a unique range of individual and business membership benefits, and a world- renowned suite of qualifications and training. It is a leading authority in best practice and competence for businesses trading globally.

For more information, contact the team at the Institute of Export on 01733 404415.