(PRESS RELEASE) LAS VEGAS – The Rapaport Group announced the launch of Rapaport Academy, an e-learning platform that increases knowledge and productivity for professionals in the diamond and jewelry industry. Written and delivered by Rapaport and independent industry experts, the Rapaport Academy’s online courses are a springboard to career success in the diamond industry.
Rapaport Academy’s first course, “Fundamentals of Diamond Trading,” focuses on the commercial and practical aspects of the diamond trade with the goal of improving participants’ skills and confidence to trade diamonds. The course helps students understand how diamonds are traded in the global marketplace including trading rules, customs, traditions and terminology.
Topics include best practices, legal and ethical responsibilities, diamond pricing, online diamond trading, technological innovation, market trends and tips for professional trading.
The online format of the Rapaport education platform enables students to study at their own pace, anywhere and at any time. This new course is ideal for both diamond professionals and newcomers to the industry.
Additional information is available at www.rapaportacademy.com.