At a glance:

• Practical, hands-on programme to develop exporting skills
• Expert-led workshops and access to on-demand digital content
• One-to-one support from export advisors and market specialists
• Network with a community of trusted contacts and peers
• No fixed start dates. Join at a time that works for you.

Get Exporting is designed to support businesses at every stage of their journey toward achieving initial export sales. Through our export development programme, we aim to simplify the export journey and help you build the knowledge, confidence, and strategies needed to succeed in international markets. 

Who is it for?

Get Exporting is for Irish manufacturing and internationally traded services companies looking to succeed in international markets.

Companies must have less than €10,000 in export sales per annum in Northern Ireland or any other international market to apply.

This programme does not currently extend to food and drink businesses. A commitment is required from the CEO and/or a member of the senior leadership team

What you will learn

• Understand the readiness of the business to take on international sales and identify any gaps
• Identification of the target export market with a clear rationale based on buyer research, feedback and market analysis
• Adaptation of the company value proposition for international markets
• Development of a specific sales and marketing plan
• Implementation of the strategy with a focus on the resources needed to be successful in new markets 

Programme format

The programme is delivered via a blended learning model, which will include: 

• Access to an extensive library of on-demand digital content and templates
• In-person workshops and live webinars
• One-to-one support from an export advisor and a market specialist, with insights into the target market and sector

 Programme duration is typically six to eight months, depending on business export readiness.

Programme impact

• Unlock new revenue streams and accelerate long-term business growth by accessing larger customer bases internationally.
• Diversify revenue sources and position your company as a competitive global supplier.
• Gain confidence in selecting the right international markets by learning how to analyse and assess markets that offer the highest potential for sustainable growth.
• Develop a clear, actionable, and well-structured export plan tailored to your business that outlines the steps needed to enter new markets successfully.
• Build deep, practical skills in exporting and international sales, enabling you to repeat the steps as your business grows internationally.
• Access a community of trusted contacts and shared learning via the programme network and alumni events.

How to Apply

We are currently accepting expressions of interest for our 2026 programme.

Learn about the key elements of the programme, including what’s involved and the level of commitment required. Each session covers key export fundamentals from our overseas Market Advisors, giving a preview of the topics explored in the full programme.

Programme partners

The Get Exporting programme has been developed in partnership with Enterprise Ireland, InterTradeIreland, Local Enterprise Offices, and Údarás na Gaeltachta.