Automotive Trade Compliance Masterclass
Get the knowledge and practical capability needed to implement the significant regulatory and supply-chain changes affecting the automotive industry.
As global trade regulations become more complex and enforcement ramps up, automotive supply-chain organizations need strategic, actionable compliance capabilities — not just awareness. The AIAG + TCE Pro Automotive Trade Compliance Master Class was developed specifically for the unique challenges of the automotive sector. Whether you work in trade compliance, customs, supply chain, procurement, logistics, or operations — and whether you need full certification or targeted training — this virtual program equips you with the tools to lead through shifting trade realities.
What You’ll Achieve
- Strengthen automotive trade compliance across your organization
- Navigate shifting global trade regulations, enforcement, and cost pressures
- Master customs, origin, and tariff rules relevant to automotive manufacturing and supply
- Build risk-ready compliance systems and supplier traceability frameworks
- Enable just-in-time cross-border operations while maintaining compliance
- Lead digital trade transformation using modern compliance tools and process automation
Who Should Attend
This master class is ideal for:
- Trade compliance officers & customs professionals
- Supply chain, logistics & procurement managers
- Import/export specialists
- Trade, operations, and compliance leadership seeking to build or strengthen internal compliance programs
Program Structure — Flexible & Practical
- 100% Virtual & Fully Flexible: Participate from anywhere. Live sessions are recorded and available on-demand.
- Full Program or Module-by-Module Enrollment: You can enroll in the full master class or select individual modules that align with your team’s needs or responsibilities.
- Expert-Led & Industry-Focused: Content is built for automotive trade realities, not generic trade training.
- Real-World Application: Case studies, scenario-based learning, compliance templates, and tools designed for immediate use in your operations.
| Topics Covered | |
|---|---|
| Tariff Landscape & Policy Shifts in Automotive Sector | Duty Drawback, FTZ & Advanced Mitigation Strategies |
| Mitigation Strategies #3 Broker | CBP Enforcement, Audit Readiness & Risk Management |
| USMCA I – Legal Architecture & Regulatory Frameworks | USMCA II – Compliance, Enforcement & Case Practice |
| Recent U.S. Trade Agreements – EU, Japan & South Korea | UFLPA, Critical Minerals & China Supply Chain Exposure |
| Rules of Origin, Traceability & Supply Chain Mapping | HTS Classification Strategy & Operational Excellence |
| Customs Valuation & Trade Remedy Compliance | Export Controls, Sanctions & Geopolitical Dynamics |
Continuing Education (CE) Credits & Professional Value
The Automotive Trade Compliance Masterclass, offered by TCE, is a CBP-accredited educational program that grants 48 CE credits toward your triennial requirement. This expert-led course provides in-depth training on key issues in global automotive trade compliance, including tariff classification, valuation, origin, and enforcement risk. Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion documenting their earned CE credits.
Program Details
Why This Master Class Matters
With evolving trade dynamics — shifting tariffs, changes in origin and traceability rules, rising compliance expectations, and increased regulatory scrutiny — automotive companies must adapt or risk supply-chain disruption, cost spikes, or compliance violations. This master class helps you:
- Understand the full scope of trade changes — from origin rules and tariff stacking to new regulations affecting metals, parts, and global sourcing.
- Build robust compliance programs and governance structures to respond proactively to shifting regulations.
- Integrate compliance into operational workflows — procurement, supply-chain, logistics — to maintain just-in-time delivery without sacrificing regulatory rigor.
- Leverage digital tools and automation to streamline compliance, reduce manual workload, and increase audit readiness.
