TRADE POLICY PIONEERS PROGRAM
Trade Shapes Power.
Will you Shape India’s Position in the World?
How do trade agreements decide the rise and fall of economies?
How do tariffs, supply chains, and global negotiations affect jobs, growth, and national security?
If you have ever wondered how countries use trade as a strategic tool and how India can negotiate from a position of strength, this program is built for you.
TRADE
India Policy Pioneers Program is India House’s flagship program for early and mid-career professionals, scholars, and changemakers who want to make a real difference.
This 4 month blended learning program will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and network to drive real-world impact.
The Trade specialization is designed for those who want to understand how trade rules are made, negotiated, and implemented and how they shape India’s economic future. You will examine domestic trade policy, international trade regimes, and the political economy that underpins global commerce.
- Learn from leading trade experts, policy practitioners and thought leaders.
- Understand how trade policy interacts with geopolitics, industry, and development.
- Work on live Hands on Projects (HoPs) that simulate real policy challenges.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
Trade is not limited to its common sensical meaning, i.e. just about imports and exports, it is about strategy, resilience, and influence. Across 7 modules, the trade policy specialization equips you to analyse, negotiate, and design trade policies in a complex geopolitical system.
Why Trade Policy Matters
Explore trade policy’s role in economic growth, industrial strategy & national interest. Trace India’s trade policy evolution and how political economy shapes decisions.
Trade Governance and Institutional Architecture
Explore the institutional landscape governing trade in India. Analyse centre–state relations, regulatory powers, and how rules shape trade outcomes.
Rules, Regulations and Market Access
Deep-dive into trade policies, licences, and regulatory standards. Learn how, compliance frameworks, and dispute mechanisms operate in practice.
International Trade & Negotiations
Engage with global trade systems, and dispute frameworks. Build hands-on negotiation skills through simulations, crisis scenarios, and structured techniques.
Designing Policy Solutions
Use behavioral insights, systems thinking, and design thinking to develop practical, sustainable policy solutions.
Applied Trade Strategy and Careers
Analyse landmark case studies. Apply learning to real policy challenges and explore career pathways in trade policy, negotiations, and advisory roles.
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WHERE CAN A CAREER IN TRADE POLICY TAKE YOU?
Trade Policy Analyst / Researcher
Think Tanks, Universities, Research Institutions
Conduct research and shape evidence-based trade policyTrade Policy Advisor / Young Professional
Ministries, Government Departments, Multilateral Bodies
Research trade agreements, global trade trends, and policy impactsInternational Trade Consultant
Consulting Firms, Advisory Practices
Support trade negotiations, policy formulation, and economic diplomacyExport & Trade Promotion Specialist
Trade Bodies, Industry Associations, Export Councils
Advise governments and businesses on trade strategy and complianceTrade Negotiation & Multilateral Affairs Professional
WTO, International Organisations, Embassies
Navigate trade regulations, tariffs, and government engagementCorporate Trade & Public Policy Manager
Corporates, Multinational Firms
Support market access, trade facilitation, and export growth