International Trade and Investment
The Bachelor of International Trade and Investment at SIMAD University is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to navigate global trade, investment strategies, and economic diplomacy complexities. The curriculum integrates key areas such as international trade policies, foreign direct investment, global supply chain management, trade finance, and cross-border business regulations. Students develop analytical and strategic competencies to assess market opportunities, manage trade risks, and foster sustainable economic growth.
Through case studies, simulations, and industry collaborations, the program prepares graduates for careers in international business, trade facilitation, investment analysis, and economic policy. Emphasis is placed on understanding global economic trends, trade agreements, and investment climates, enhancing Somalia’s integration into the global economy.
- Completion of secondary school with a minimum overall average of 50%
- Should bring the original and a copy of secondary school certificate
- Should bring Six (6) passport size photos with white background
- Should bring the original copy of a letter of good conduct issued by your secondary school
- Should bring a sponsorship letter from your guardian
- Should successfully pass an admission interview and/or test
- Pay non-refundable Processing and ID card fees of USD $50 (bank draft)
No | Code | Semester | Course | Hours |
1 | ARB1101 | I | Arabic Language I | 3 |
2 | EDU1101 | I | Study Skills | 3 |
3 | ITI1101 | I | Introduction to Trade and Investment | 3 |
4 | ENG1101 | I | English Language I | 10 |
| Total |
| 19 | |
1 | GM1101 | II | General Mathematics | 3 |
2 | IST1101 | II | Fundamentals of Computers | 3 |
3 | SLM1101 | II | Islamic Studies I | 3 |
4 | ECO1201 | II | Microeconomics | 3 |
7 | ENG1202 | II | English Language II | 10 |
| Total |
| 22 | |
1 | ECO2203 | III | Statistics I | 3 |
2 | IST1202 | III | Computer Applications and Technology | 3 |
3 | ACC1201 | III | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
4 | ARB2102 | III | Arabic Language II | 3 |
5 | BUS1201 | III | Business Mathematics | 3 |
6 | ECO2102 | III | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Total |
| 18 | |
1 | MGT2101 | IV | Principles of Management | 3 |
2 | SLM2202 | IV | Islamic Studies II | 3 |
3 | STA3104 | IV | Statistics II | 3 |
4 | ECO2204 | IV | Mathematical Economics | 3 |
5 | PSC2101 | IV | Introduction to Political Science I | 3 |
6 | ITI2202 | IV | International Marketing Analysis | 3 |
7 | PAD1201 | IV | Public Administration theory and practice | 3 |
| Total |
| 21 | |
1 | ENG2204 | V | Communication Skills | 3 |
2 | ECO3108 | V | Intermediate Microeconomics | 3 |
3 | ECO3105 | V | International Political Economy | 3 |
4 | ECO3109 | V | Industrial Economics | 3 |
5 | LAW1101 | V | Introduction to Law | 3 |
6 | ITI3103 | V | Fundamentals of Investment Management | 3 |
7 | ITI3104 | V | Cross-Cultural Management | 3 |
| Total |
| 21 | |
1 | ECO4114 | VI | Basic Econometrics | 3 |
2 | ECO3106 | VI | Development Economics | 3 |
3 | ECO3213 | VI | Intermediate Macroeconomics | 3 |
4 | ITI3205 | VI | International Trade Theory & Practice | 3 |
5 | ITI3206 | VI | Import and Export Management | 3 |
6 | ITI3207 | VI | International Trade Law | 3 |
7 | ITI3208 | VI | International Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Total |
| 21 | |
1 | RHM4108 | VII | Research Methodology | 3 |
2 | ECO4115 | VII | International Economics | 3 |
3 | ITI4109 | VII | International Business Management | 3 |
4 | ITI4111 | VII | International Logistics and Supply Chain | 3 |
5 | ITI4112 | VII | Global Environmental Development | 3 |
6 | ITI4113 | VII | International Trade Finance | 3 |
| Total |
| 18 | |
1 | ECO4225 | VIII | Somali Economy | 3 |
2 | ITI4110 | VIII | Foreign Direct Investment and Development | 3 |
3 | ITI4214 | VIII | International Human Resource Management | 3 |
4 | ITI4215 | VIII | International Risk Management | 3 |
5 | ITI4216 | VIII | Global Currency Management | 3 |
6 | ITI4217 | VIII | Global Project Management | 3 |
7 | GRP4213 | VIII | Graduation Project | 3 |
| Total |
| 21 | |
5 years
Fees($): 315.00
Charges($): 30.00
Total($): 345.00
STUDENTS FEES PAYMENT POLICY
This policy applies to all students, these include: part-time and full-time for both undergraduate and postgraduate and any other person enrolled as a student at the University:
- Option one: At the beginning of the semester, all semester fees can be paid in full.
- Option two: At the beginning of the semester, students should pay 30% of semester fees before he/she registers for the class. In the second installment, 40% of the semester fees should be paid before the midterm exam. The remaining 30% of the semester fees should be paid before the final exam.
- After payments of second and third installments, students are eligible to get their clearance cards for midterm and final exams.
- Fees Collector officer will be responsible to check fees default when he/she gets a report from the head of the cash unit.
- SU will not refund any fees paid unless the student has no remaining semester.
- Students and sponsors who unintentionally or intentionally deposit fees will not be refunded but will be forwarded to the next semesters.
- Upon graduation period, all extra fees balance should be refunded to the students.
- Any student who temporarily or permanently breaks his/her study can request an extra fee refund.
- Head of Cash Unit should check the activities of the sponsors.
Bank Accounts
Premier Bank: 20300001001
Dahabshiil: 1822
Salam Bank: 30027598
Idman Community Bank: 7401005
IBS Bank: 1820
The SU academic year consists of 42 weeks split into two semesters of 18 weeks each, the first beginning in September.
Graduates of the Bachelor of International Trade and Investment program are prepared for diverse roles, including:
- Trade Specialist (Ministries of Trade, Export Promotion Agencies)
- Investment Analyst (Banks, Multinational Corporations, Private Equity Firms)
- Customs and Compliance Officer (Port Authorities, Logistics Companies)
- International Business Consultant (Chambers of Commerce, Trade Associations)
- Economic Diplomat (Foreign Affairs, International Organizations like UNCTAD, ITC)
- Entrepreneur (Export-Import Businesses, E-Commerce Platforms)
