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Import & Export


PAFM 1020 | Spring 2012 | Faculty: Donna Avery, Richard French, Rosemarie Gambetta, James Mendolia, Mark Osborne

Students study the process of importing and exporting apparel and textiles. They learn basic vocabulary used in the import/export process, methods of payment, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security. They study why import and export markets develop, as well as discuss the advantages and disadvantages of trade agreements. Students learn the necessary skills to source apparel and textiles. Students explore a wide-range of countries from a social, economic, cultural and political point of view to determine the venture's potential for success.

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