Impact Evaluation Report on Level 2 International Trade and Customs Practice course pilot October 2024-February 2025: Informing future developments of modified training courses

Neary, K ORCID: 0009-0006-8249-6952 and Skritsovali, K ORCID: 0000-0003-0108-3330 (2025) Impact Evaluation Report on Level 2 International Trade and Customs Practice course pilot October 2024-February 2025: Informing future developments of modified training courses. Project Report. Liverpool John Moores University.

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Abstract

This impact evaluation report reviews the Level 2 course on International Trade and Customs Practice. The report focuses on a pilot cohort of the course which was codesigned by the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade Liverpool City Region Freeport. Evidence from the evaluation shows that the course offers participants greater opportunities to develop transferable soft and hard skills, such as hope, optimism, persistence, self-efficacy, and resilience, which can enhance their employability and professional careers. Additionally, it helped improve their theoretical understanding of international trade and customs. Despite these strengths, evidence from the evaluation indicates that participants would benefit from a modified course, better aligned to their learning styles and career aspirations. An updated course should aim to support an advanced learning environment while contributing to future regional and economic priorities. Therefore, the following recommendations are proposed to support the strategic development of LCR Freeport Skills Academy in a constructive and proactive manner that aligns with the aims and mission of LCR Freeport:
- Revisit Course Level and Relevance
- Introduce Route-Based Learning Pathways
- Enhance Accessibility and Digital Inclusion
- Clarify Employment Outcomes and Regional Opportunities
- Expand Practical and Experiential Learning
- Develop Post-Course Alumni Support Networks

Item Type:	Monograph (Project Report)
Additional Information:	This publication has been shared with approval of all co-authors and collaborators.
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HF Commerce > HF5001 Business L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education
Divisions:	Liverpool Business School
Publisher:	Liverpool John Moores University
Date of acceptance:	24 July 2025
Date of first compliant Open Access:	24 July 2025
Date Deposited:	24 Jul 2025 12:59
Last Modified:	24 Jul 2025 12:59
URI:	https://researchonline.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/26825

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