EU Export & Sanctions Compliance: Build your own Internal Compliance Program in 7 weeks
Even if you're not a compliance expert: get practical skills in EU, UK and US export controls and build your ICP with step-by-step guidance, self paced and weekly Q&A
7-week structured program with live support
Learn EU & US export controls step by step
This program is for you if you’re ready to take export compliance seriously
You are responsible for export, trade, or compliance decisions
And you want to stop relying on external consultants and finally understand EU export controls, classification, and sanctions yourself.
You want to feel confident when making export control decisions
Instead of second-guessing yourself or feeling under pressure, you’ll have a clear framework to follow.
You want to step into a more senior or specialized compliance role
And gain the practical skills to assess risks, classify products, and build a real Internal Compliance Program.
This program is NOT for you if:
You are looking only for customs procedures training
You want purely theoretical legal knowledge without practical application
This is a hands-on program for professionals who want to build and implement a real export compliance system.
If you’re responsible for export compliance — or want to step into this role — this will feel familiar:
You’re not 100% sure your documentation would survive an audit
You rely on brokers or forwarders to “cover” compliance decisions
Product classification feels unclear, inconsistent, or risky
There’s no structured Internal Compliance Program in place
You’re making decisions under pressure without a clear framework
You know the risk is real, but there’s never enough time to fix it properly
Fines, shipment delays, and reputational damage don’t happen because people ignore regulations, they happen because there’s no CLEAR system in place.
And deep down, you don’t want to be the person who missed something critical.
That’s exactly why Export Compliance Academy was created — to give you clarity, structure, and confidence in your decisions.
From “I hope we’re doing this right” to full control over your export compliance
Imagine handling export decisions with clarity — without relying on brokers, guesswork, or undocumented processes.
In just 7 weeks, you won’t just understand export compliance — you will build a system you can actually use.
You will finish the program with:
A clear, documented export compliance decision framework you can apply consistently across products, destinations, and customers
A method to classify products (including dual-use) using logic, not guessing
A written an Internal Compliance Program you can present to auditors
A practical way to evaluate destination, end use, and end user risk and document how decisions were made
A repeatable system that does not depend on one individual’s memory or availability
This is what sustainable international growth looks like: clarity, control, and confidence in every decision you make.
Export compliance mistakes can now lead to criminal liability — including personal consequences
From 2026 across the EU, export compliance is a legal, financial, and personal risk for the people responsible for decisions.
Recent EU legal changes mean that violations of export controls and sanctions are now treated as criminal offenses
Criminal investigations into your company and decisions
Personal liability for individuals responsible for compliance
Fines and even imprisonment under national criminal law
The biggest risk is not intentional wrongdoing.
It’s operating without a clear, documented compliance system.
And this is exactly why having a structured, documented system is essential.
Here’s what you’ll build step by step inside the program:
Step 1 — Understand how export compliance really works
Get clarity on EU export controls, sanctions, and what responsibility means in real-life decisions.
Step 2 — Learn how to classify products with confidence
Apply a structured method to classify dual-use items without guesswork or uncertainty.
Step 3 — Assess export risks properly
Understand how to evaluate destination, end-use, and end-user risk — and make defensible decisions.
Step 4 — Build your Internal Compliance Program (ICP)
Create a clear, documented system tailored to your role or company.
Step 5 — Apply everything in practice
Use templates, real documents, and live sessions to implement your system step by step.
You’re not just learning theory — you’re building a system you can actually use.
The proven framework behind your export compliance system
Why professionals rely on the C.L.E.A.R. framework
✔ You don’t need a dedicated compliance team to apply it
✔ You focus on making decisions and documenting them — not getting lost in bureaucracy
✔ You align your actions with real audit expectations from the start
✔ You can adapt the system as your company grows and becomes more complex
CLASSIFY
Know What You Are Exporting
Identify whether your products, software, or technology fall under EU or US export controls
Approach dual-use classification logically, without memorising control lists,
Break products down into functions and parameters regulators actually care about
LEGISLATE
Understand Which Regulations Apply and Which Don’t
Identify relevant EU or US export control and sanctions regulations
Understand jurisdiction, destination, end-use, and end-user impacts
Avoid over-compliance caused by misreading the law
EVALUATE
Assess Risk Before It Becomes a Problem
Evaluate customers, partners, destinations, and transactions
Perform denied party and sanctions screening — even without tools
Identify when a situation requires escalation or licensing
ACT
Take the Right Action — and Document It
Decide when an export license is required
Define clear actions for high-, medium-, and low-risk cases
Document decisions in a way that stands up to audits
REGULATE
Make Compliance Sustainable
Build the foundations of an Internal Compliance Program
Define roles,procedures, and records suitable for an SME
Ensure consistency as your business grows or changes
Here’s what you will find in the program:
Duration: 7 weeks
Live Sessions: 13 - 16 hours total
Format: Live online self-paced + practical tasks
(you get access to online platform for 3 months after finishing the Academy)
Bonuses
Understand how export controls work in the EU and what responsibility really means in practice.
Learn how to classify dual-use items using a CLEAR, structured approach.
Understand how EU & US export rules impact technology and software transfers..
Learn when an export license is required, how licensing decisions are made, and how to document and manage licensing processes correctly.
Identify risks and avoid common mistakes in restricted transactions.
Learn how to assess risks and prepare documentation that stands up to audits.
Work on practical case studies and build confidence in real decision-making.
Create a complete, documented system you can actually use in your role or company.
Validate your skills and define how to apply them in your career.
What will you get when you join The Export Compliance Academy:
Bonus #1: Dual-Use Classification Beginners Guide + Cheat Sheets
Bonus #2: ICP Starter Pack – Ready-to-Edit Templates
Bonus #3: Internal Risk Assessment Checklist*
Bonus #4: ITAR & EAR Essentials for non US Companies*
Bonus #5: 1h Consultation with Expert*
Bonuses worth over 500€. Bonuses with * are available on higher package
What participants said about the Academy:
About Academy Creator
Anna Goncz
I help SMEs understand export control and sanctions requirements and build self managed effective internal compliance programs so they can trade internationally without penalties or unnecessary stress.
With 13 years of experience, I specialize in simplifying complex EU and U.S. export regulations for companies that need clarity, confidence, and practical guidance. Over the years, I’ve worked across leading industries—including defence, aerospace, semiconductors, software and technology, and automotive—supporting organizations in navigating EU Export Controls as well as U.S. ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations. My approach is rooted in my proprietary C.L.E.A.R Export Compliance Framework, which transforms regulatory obligations into manageable, actionable steps.
My track record includes five successful government export audits, the implementation of internal regulatory frameworks in more than 10 countries, and a favorable outcome in the interpretation of the “specially designed” definition under U.S. export control regulations. I’ve also been invited to speak at Nielson Smith Conferences, sharing insights and best practices with professionals across Europe.
FAQ
No. The Academy focuses on practical export compliance implementation, decision logic, and documentation. It does not replace formal legal advice but helps you know when legal input is required and how to use it efficiently.
On average, 2 - 3 hours per week, including live sessions and practical tasks. The course is designed for busy export/logistics professionals — lessons are short, practical, and easy to follow. Templates and ready-made tools reduce your workload instead of adding to it.
The focus is on building documented, repeatable processes that demonstrate good-faith compliance and decision-making — exactly what regulators expect to see.
Live sessions and direct expert support allow you to ask questions specific to your products, markets, and risks.
The course teaches methodology that stay valid even when laws change. The community/Q&A allows you to stay informed and ask for clarifications.
The course goes beyond theory and teaches practical classification, risk assessment, and how to build your ICP. Even experienced professionals usually lack hands-on guidance and structured processes.Bonus modules offer advanced content (AI tools, Dual-Use Beginners essentials).
Take control of your
Export Compliance decisions
What happens next:
1) You complete a short application (5–7 questions)
2) You can book a short call to discuss your options
3) We review your application to see if this is a right fit for you
No payment is required at the application stage.
