Routes into the International Trading Programme (ITP)
- Business Major with International Trading Specialisation
- Chemistry and Biological Chemistry with Second Major in Business (ITP Specialisation)
- Double Degree in Accountancy and Business with International Trading Specialisation
- Double Major in Finance and International Trading
- Engineering with Second Major in Business (ITP Specialisation)
- Maritime Studies with ITP Specialisation
- Maritime Studies with Second Major in Business (ITP Specialisation)
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Curriculum
For AY2026 intake and after:
From AY2026 intake onwards, students in NTU’s International Trading Programme (ITP) will have the opportunity to complete the Digital Application Track. Completing this track entitles students to a certificate of completion. The modules are specially designed to equip students with data analytics and digital skills, aligning with national efforts to strengthen Singapore’s position as a global commodities and trading hub, as highlighted by the Ministry of Trade and Industry. This enhancement is made possible through close collaboration with government and industry partners, ensuring students gain relevant, future-ready capabilities to thrive in an increasingly data-driven global trading environment.
Core:
- Commodity Markets
- Trade, Structured and Supply Chain Finance
- Trade Incoterms and Ship Chartering
| Major Prescribed Elective Courses | Digital Application Track |
|---|---|
| International Tax and Trading Law | |
| Commodities Trading and Risk Management | |
| Sustainability in Commodities | |
| Software and Coding Skills in Commodity Markets | ✅ |
| Digital Applications in the Life Cycle of a Commodity Trade | ✅ |
| Developing a Digital Application for the Commodity Market | ✅ |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market | |
| Carbon Markets and Pricing Fundamentals |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS
*Students can optionally take the Digital Application Track by completing the selected electives. A certificate will be issued upon completion.
Core:
- Commodity Markets
- Trade Incoterms and Ship Chartering
| Major Prescribed Elective Courses | Digital Application Track |
|---|---|
| Trade, Structured and Supply Chain Finance | |
| International Tax and Trading Law | |
| Commodities Trading and Risk Management | |
| Sustainability in Commodities | |
| Software and Coding Skills in Commodity Markets | ✅ |
| Digital Applications in the Life Cycle of a Commodity Trade | ✅ |
| Developing a Digital Application for the Commodity Market | ✅ |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS
*Students can optionally take the Digital Application Track by completing the selected electives. A certificate will be issued upon completion.
Core:
- Commodity Markets
| Major Prescribed Elective Courses | Digital Application Track |
|---|---|
| Trade, Structured and Supply Chain Finance | |
| International Tax and Trading Law | |
| Commodities Trading and Risk Management | |
| Sustainability in Commodities | |
| Software and Coding Skills in Commodity Markets | ✅ |
| Digital Applications in the Life Cycle of a Commodity Trade | ✅ |
| Developing a Digital Application for the Commodity Market | ✅ |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS
*Students can optionally take the Digital Application Track by completing the selected electives. A certificate will be issued upon completion.
For AY2021 intake to AY2025 intake:
| Major Prescribed Elective Courses | AUs |
|---|---|
| Ethics in the Investment Profession | 1AU |
| Trade Incoterms & Ship Chartering | 2AUs |
| Commodity Markets | 3AUs |
| Investments | 3AUs |
| International Tax and Trading Law | 2AUs |
| Trade, Structured & Supply Chain Finance | 2AUs |
| Enterprise Risk Management in Commodity Markets | 2AUs |
| Commodities Trading | 2AUs |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market | 2AUs |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS
| Foundation Courses | Total 15AUs |
|---|---|
| Financial Management | 3AUs |
| Marketing | 3AUs |
| Financial Accounting | 3AUs |
| Business Operations and Processes | 3AUs |
| Management Accounting | 3AUs |
| Track Courses | AUs |
|---|---|
| Trade Incoterms & Ship Chartering | 2AUs |
| Commodity Markets | 3AUs |
| International Tax and Trading Law | 2AUs |
| Trade, Structured & Supply Chain Finance | 2AUs |
| Enterprise Risk Management in Commodity Markets | 2AUs |
| Commodities Trading | 2AUs |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market | 2AUs |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS
| Track Courses | AUs |
|---|---|
| Commodity Markets | 3AUs |
| International Tax and Trading Law | 2AUs |
| Trade, Structured & Supply Chain Finance | 2AUs |
| Enterprise Risk Management in Commodity Markets | 2AUs |
| Commodities Trading | 2AUs |
| Strategic Management in Commodity Market | 2AUs |
| Trade Practice and Incoterms | 3AUs |
| Ship Chartering | 3AUs |
*Course list is subject to change by NBS