Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training
Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training helps Procurement Officers and Supply Chain Managers build practical strategic procurement, logistics, and supply chain excellence capability through role-relevant activities, instructor-led 5 days delivery, and a clear certificate pathway.
Training provider: EduCore Global Skills
Category: Strategic Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Excellence
Duration: 5 Days
Delivery: Instructor-led classroom, Live online, In-house corporate training
Certificate: Certificate of Completion
Course fees: KES 80,000 / USD 850
Course Overview
Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training is an instructor-led professional training course offered by EduCore Global Skills for individuals, teams, and organizations seeking practical capability in Strategic Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Excellence.
EduCore Global Skills offers Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training as Strategic Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Excellence training for Procurement Officers, Supply Chain Managers, Logistics Officers, Contract Managers and related professionals. Delivery supports classroom, live online, and corporate cohorts in Nairobi, Kenya or by arrangement.
Who Should Attend
- Procurement Officers
- Supply Chain Managers
- Logistics Officers
- Contract Managers
- Stores Officers
- Professionals
- Managers
- Technical staff
Prerequisites
No mandatory prerequisite is required unless stated in the course outline. Participants should bring relevant workplace examples where possible.
Course Modules
Introduction to Global Logistics and Supply Chains
Core competencies for Introduction to Global Logistics and Supply Chains.
- Concepts, scope, and objectives of logistics and supply chain management
- Role of the freight forwarder in international trade
- Key players: shippers, carriers, consignees, agents, and customs brokers
- Global trade flows, trade routes, and logistics trends
- Logistics performance, competitiveness, and trade facilitation
International Trade Fundamentals and Incoterms
Core competencies for International Trade Fundamentals and Incoterms.
- Basics of international trade and trade documentation flow
- Incoterms 2020: rules, responsibilities, and risk transfer
- Sales contracts and the link to transport contracts
- Methods of payment: letters of credit, collections, and open account
- Trade agreements, regional blocs, and market access
Ocean Freight
Core competencies for Ocean Freight.
- Types of vessels, containers, and cargo (FCL, LCL, bulk, and breakbulk)
- Shipping lines, alliances, and port operations
- Bills of lading, sea waybills, and manifests
- Ocean freight rates, surcharges, and quotations
- Container tracking, demurrage, detention, and equipment management
Air Freight
Core competencies for Air Freight.
- Air cargo industry structure and aircraft types
- Air waybills and IATA regulations
- Chargeable weight, rate structures, and consolidations
- Handling special cargo: perishables, valuables, and live animals
- Airport operations, ground handling, and cargo security
Road, Rail, and Multimodal Transport
Core competencies for Road, Rail, and Multimodal Transport.
- Road freight operations, trucking, and cross-border transit
- Rail freight and inland container depots
- Multimodal and intermodal transport solutions
- Regional corridors and transit regimes (e.g., Northern and Central Corridors)
- Last-mile delivery and inland distribution
Customs Clearance and Compliance
Core competencies for Customs Clearance and Compliance.
- Customs procedures and regimes: import, export, transit, and warehousing
- Tariff classification (HS codes), valuation, and origin rules
- Duties, taxes, and preferential trade schemes
- Single window systems and electronic customs processing
- Trade compliance, sanctions, and anti-smuggling controls
Warehousing, Inventory, and Distribution
Core competencies for Warehousing, Inventory, and Distribution.
- Warehouse design, layout, and operations
- Inventory management techniques and stock control
- Cross-docking, consolidation, and value-added services
- Bonded and free zone warehousing
- Warehouse management systems and automation
Dangerous Goods, Special Cargo, and Cold Chain
Core competencies for Dangerous Goods, Special Cargo, and Cold Chain.
- Dangerous goods classification, packaging, and labeling
- IMDG, IATA DGR, and ADR regulations
- Project cargo and oversized shipments
- Temperature-controlled logistics and cold chain management
- Packing, stowage, and cargo securing
Risk, Insurance, and Claims Management
Core competencies for Risk, Insurance, and Claims Management.
- Carrier liability and international conventions (Hague-Visby, Montreal, CMR)
- Cargo insurance types and coverage terms
- Risk identification: theft, damage, delay, and piracy
- Claims handling, documentation, and recovery
- Supply chain disruption and contingency planning
Technology, Sustainability, and Business Management
Core competencies for Technology, Sustainability, and Business Management.
- Digital freight platforms, TMS, and tracking technologies
- Electronic documents, blockchain, and data exchange
- Green logistics, emissions reduction, and sustainable shipping
- Pricing, costing, and managing a freight forwarding business
- Capstone: designing an end-to-end shipment plan with costing and documentation
Training Focus
Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training helps Procurement Officers and Supply Chain Managers build practical strategic procurement, logistics, and supply chain excellence capability through role-relevant activities, instructor-led 5 days delivery, and a clear certificate pathway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training delivered?
Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training is delivered through instructor-led classroom, live online, private in-house corporate training depending on the selected cohort or organizational arrangement.
What are the fees for Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training?
The published course investment is KES 80,000 and USD 850. Location-specific fees are shown where configured.
How long is Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training?
Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training runs for 5 Days unless a customized corporate schedule is agreed.
Do participants receive a certificate for Global Logistics and Freight Forwarding Training?
Participants who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion from EduCore Global Skills.
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