Duration: 3–4 Days (Lectures + Workshops + Case Studies)
Target Participants: Exporters, plantation managers, cooperative leaders, regulatory staff, and business professionals in the Agarwood sector
Course Overview
International Agarwood trade is highly regulated due to conservation concerns and CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) requirements. This course equips participants with practical knowledge of trade regulations, policies, and compliance procedures, ensuring smooth, legal, and sustainable operations.
Tagline: “Navigating Global Agarwood Trade Safely, Legally, and Profitably.”
Course Modules
Module 1 – Global Agarwood Trade & Market Overview
Duration: 0.5 Day
Key Topics:
- Global Agarwood markets: demand, pricing, and trade hubs
- Major exporters and importers in ASEAN and beyond
- Supply chain overview and value-added product opportunities
Outcome: Participants understand market dynamics and regulatory context for trade.
Module 2 – Introduction to CITES & International Trade Regulations
Duration: 1 Day
Key Topics:
- CITES listing and Appendix classifications for Aquilaria species
- Import/export permits and documentation requirements
- Roles of national management authorities (DENR-EMB, DA-BPI)
- Penalties and legal consequences for non-compliance
Outcome: Participants can navigate CITES requirements confidently for legal export and import operations.
Module 3 – Domestic Policy & Regulatory Framework
Duration: 0.5 Day
Key Topics:
- Philippine laws on endangered species, forestry, and trade
- DENR-EMB CNC/ECC requirements for Agarwood enterprises
- Documentation, certification, and traceability obligations
- ESG and sustainability integration into regulatory compliance
Outcome: Participants understand national compliance obligations and reporting requirements.
Module 4 – Trade Documentation & Compliance Workflow
Duration: 1 Day
Key Topics:
- Export permits, phytosanitary certificates, and CITES documentation
- Digital documentation, QR/NFC codes, and blockchain integration
- Smart contract applications for automated compliance
- Case study: successful ASEAN and Philippine export transactions
Outcome: Participants can prepare and manage compliant trade documentation efficiently.
Module 5 – Risk Management & Ethical Trade Practices
Duration: 0.5 Day
Key Topics:
- Identifying and mitigating trade risks: fraud, mislabeling, illegal sourcing
- Ethical sourcing, sustainability verification, and ESG reporting
- Buyer due diligence and compliance checks
Outcome: Participants can mitigate legal, operational, and reputational risks in Agarwood trade.
Module 6 – Capstone Workshop: Compliance Simulation
Duration: 0.5 Day
Key Activities:
- Simulated export scenario from plantation to international buyer
- Preparation of CITES and domestic trade documents
- Application of digital traceability, QR codes, and blockchain verification
- Review and feedback from instructors and peers
Outcome: Participants gain hands-on experience in regulatory compliance and trade workflow.
Certification
“Certified Agarwood Trade & Compliance Specialist (CATCS)”
Issued by Oud Academia, validating mastery in CITES compliance, regulatory navigation, and ethical trade practices.
Key Features
- Expert lectures from trade, regulatory, and sustainability professionals
- Hands-on exercises with digital documentation and blockchain verification
- Case studies of successful ASEAN and international exports
- Practical guidance on risk management and ethical sourcing
Brand Story
Oud Academia equips Agarwood stakeholders with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills to trade responsibly. By combining global trade insights, regulatory expertise, and digital compliance systems, participants can ensure legal, ethical, and profitable operations, protecting both biodiversity and business value.
“Every shipment of Oud tells a story — make it a story of compliance, sustainability, and trust.”