GIC is recognised internationally for its specialist knowledge of the International Funding Institutions (IFIs), their procedures and operations, and their policies and agendas (major IFIs include the World Bank, the regional development banks, the European Union's external aid programmes, the UN agencies and national governments' funding agencies, in particular the UK Department for International Development - DFID). As well as undertaking direct engagements with IFIs we apply this expertise to advising businesses, voluntary sector organisations and professional associations, both in Europe and internationally, on how to pursue project opportunities and secure contracts with the IFIs. We offer:

• Consultancy in how to develop IFI business strategies and bidding opportunities: More information
• Training in the procedures of the IFIs and in the skills needed to win business from them. You can read more about this in our Training Section.
• Bid Management services - preparing the winning proposal: More information

GIC's wide experience in international trade issues has been applied to help both the private and public sectors in developing and developed countries. We offer advice and practical assistance in:

• International trade policy and regulations: More information
• Investment Promotion: More information

GIC brings experience of advising governments, Small and Medium Enterprises, professional firms and professional and trade development organisations on ways in which they can improve their competitiveness and capture new market opportunities. Our specialists have years of experience assisting our clients in Europe and in developing countries in:

• Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): More information
• Organisational Development and Change: More information
• Stimulating Private Sector Growth: More information

GIC has extensive experience of practical assignments and studies in support of the work of NGOs and governments in improving the delivery of primary and secondary healthcare in developing countries. We offer advice and assistance in the following areas:

• Healthcare options assessments: More information
• Institutional Procurement and Distribution: More information