Why ITB?
- Gain skills in the latest technologies driving digitalised trade operations to prepare you for in-demand roles in trade, supply chain and marketing
- An industry-relevant curriculum with a strong focus on sustainability to hone skills to address real-world challenges
- Embark on a Signature Overseas Study Trip to a global trade hub to experience first-hand different business practices and cultures!
- Customise your learning: Choose a six-month local/overseas internship + Business Electives NEW! in emerging areas; or the one-year JobReady Programme with renowned companies
- NP-NTU Accelerated Uni Pathway Programme NEW! – Fast-track to a degree by taking uni modules while in poly!
About ITB
Ever wondered how MNCs like Bosch, P&G, LVMH and IKEA manage every step of their global business – from sourcing materials to getting their products to stores around the world? The Diploma in International Trade & Business (ITB) will show you how and prepare you for exciting opportunities as Singapore becomes a popular regional and global supply chain hub.
Overview of your ITB Journey
Highlights
From Classroom to Shenzhen
Going on the ITB Signature Trip to Shenzhen brought my learning to life in ways textbooks never could. Seeing warehouse operations, supply chains and logistics up close made everything we studied click — it’s like the theory came to life right in front of me. It was eye-opening to experience the fast-paced, innovative business environment, and the trip gave me a deeper appreciation of the scale and complexity of global trade.
Real-world Application
Participating in WorldSkills 2025 was a defining moment, made possible by the incredible support of my ITB lecturers at NP. The course gave me early exposure to real-world logistics, sharpened my business communication skills, and surrounded me with a close-knit, encouraging community. Preparing for the competition was also a journey of growth and resilience, where I turned past setbacks into strengths. I’m now working towards the next big challenge — WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
Award-Winning Business Idea
Year 3 ITB students Terry Lee, Kishor Chidambaranathan and Eve Toh won third place in the Heartland Innovation Challenge 2022 for pitching their innovative business ideas to aquarium distributor Rainbow Fish Industries. They proposed a B2B subscription-based platform that streamlines processes such as inventory management and order processing to boost the productivity of this heartland enterprise
Reinventing the Trade
ITB graduate Sakthivell Ahrumugam won the 2021 FedEx Express/JA International Trade Challenge with an innovative GPS-guided shoe, designed to guide travellers via vibrations, tailored for the Cambodian market. Sakthivell also went on to clinch first runner-up in the Asia Pacific finals with JoyBike, a 2-in-1 stationary and street bike that promotes physical activity and mental wellbeing amongst teenagers through its integrated app.
Transforming the Supply Chain
ITB student teams secured 1st and 2nd runner-up positions in the national Supply Chain Challenge. They contributed to transforming small-scale wholesalers in the local agricultural produce sector, helping them thrive in the digital age.
Further Studies
As an ITB graduate, you can pursue degrees in international trade and supply chain management, as well as other business degree courses at all local and overseas universities.
Lois Pang
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2024
Lois is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a North America Minor at Sciences Po.
Shen Lu
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2024
The recipient of the SMU Ian R. Taylor Scholarship is pursuing a Bachelor of Business Management degree at SMU.
Kishor Chidambaranathan
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2023
A recipient of the ESG Global Executive Scholarship, Kishor will pursue an Economics degree in NUS.
Lew Jun Shao
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2021
The recipient of the NUS Residential College Scholarship is pursuing a Business Administration degree with a specialisation in Operations & Supply Chain Management at NUS.
Careers
With Singapore’s growing role as a global trade and supply chain hub, your job prospects are bright! You can pursue a wide variety of in-demand and supply chain-related careers across diverse sectors.
You can look forward to opportunities in these roles:
- Business Development Executive
- International Business Analyst
- International Business Entrepreneur
- International Marketing Executive
- International Procurement Executive
- Logistics Executive
- Supply Chain Planning Executive
- Supply Chain Risk & Resilience Analyst
- Trade Compliance Officer
- Trade Operations Executive
Billy Dragova
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2021
Pursuing a degree in Business with Minor in International Trading at NTU. Co-founder of KoffieAsia, which sells premium quality coffee beans, tea leaves and cacao sourced from small scale farmers in Southeast Asia.
Miguel Bay Hong
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2021
Pursuing a degree in Business with a minor in International Trading at NTU. Founder and Creative Lead of Heritage Bay, a fast-growing local brand of cultural South-East Asian products.
Christopher Choo
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2013
Christopher is the Co-Founder & CEO at Qashier who was named Forbes 30 under 30 list for Asia 2023.
Jeremy Chia
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2010
Jeremy is an Ocean Freight Director (SG & MY) of GEODIS, a global leader in transportation and logistics.
Jonathan Sie
International Trade & Business graduate, Class of 2009
Jonathan is a Senior Manager, Business Support & Logistics at Toyota Tsusho.
Entry Requirements
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-B
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.
| Subject | 'O' Level Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-6 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
| Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type | 1-6 |
Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/docs/ELR2B2.pdf .
For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.