Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Shipping and Logistics Coordinators
• Freight Forwarders and Customs Officers
• Supply Chain and Procurement Professionals
• Import/Export and Trade Compliance Officers
• Port and Terminal Operations Staff
• Anyone involved in transportation, distribution, or logistics services

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of global shipping and logistics systems
• Explain key shipping terms, documentation, and procedures
• Identify the roles of various stakeholders in shipping and supply chain management
• Plan and coordinate the movement of goods efficiently and economically
• Apply international trade regulations and Incoterms effectively
• Optimize logistics operations for improved performance and cost savings

DAY 1

Introduction to Shipping and Logistics Management

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Overview of the Shipping and Logistics Industry
• Key Concepts: Logistics, Supply Chain, and Transportation
• Types of Cargo and Modes of Transport (Sea, Air, Land)
• Structure of the Global Shipping Industry
  Key Stakeholders: Shippers, Carriers, Freight Forwarders, and Agents
• Introduction to International Trade Flow and Logistics Networks

DAY 2

Shipping Operations and Documentation

• Overview of Shipping Procedures and Cargo Flow
• Essential Shipping Documents: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, etc.
• Understanding Incoterms and Their Impact on Shipping Contracts
• Port Operations and Terminal Handling Processes
• Cargo Consolidation, Stuffing, and De-stuffing Procedures
• Containerization and Intermodal Transport Concepts
• Case Study: Shipping Documentation and Cargo Movement

DAY 3

Freight Forwarding and Customs Procedures

• Role of Freight Forwarders and Logistics Service Providers
• Types of Freight Services: LCL, FCL, Breakbulk, and Ro-Ro
• Customs Clearance Procedures and Documentation
• Import and Export Regulatory Compliance
• Tariffs, Duties, and International Trade Agreements
• Cargo Insurance and Risk Management in Shipping
• Practical Exercise: Preparing a Complete Export Documentation Set

DAY 4

Logistics and Supply Chain Integration

• Relationship Between Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Transportation Planning and Route Optimization
• Inventory Control and Warehouse Management
• Distribution and Last-Mile Delivery Challenges
• Lean Logistics and Cost Optimization Strategies
• Digitalization and Technology in Modern Logistics (Tracking, ERP, EDI)
• Case Study: Optimizing a Global Supply Chain Network

DAY 5

Sustainability, Risk, and Course Wrap-up

• Environmental Sustainability in Shipping and Logistics
• Managing Risk in Global Logistics Operations
• Emerging Trends: Green Logistics, Smart Ports, and Automation
• Future of Global Trade and Shipping Technologies
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony