Export and import are the backbone of economic progress, peaceful co-existence, harmonious relationship, and well-rounded development of any State or country.
Every product of requirement is not produced or available everywhere and hence, there is need for exports and imports in a city, State, country, or the world. These also help in the transfer of science and technology and in maintaining cooperation and coordination, which are indispensable for the peaceful co-existence and progress.

In this industry candidates can hold top management positions, Viz. Managing Director, Finance Director, Financial Controller, Accountant, Cost Controller, Finance Manager, Chief Internal Auditor etc. in public and private sector organizations.

One can also find self employment in the following areas:
« Mandatory Cost Audit under Section 233(B) of the Companies Act, 1956.    Certification under Export & Import Policy.
« Excise Audit under Section 14A of the Central Excise Act and Special Audit of    Modvat Credit availed of under Section 14AA of the Central    Excise Act.
« Certification of manufacturing account as per Customs Act.
« Consultancy assignments.