Become An International Logistics Wizard

Course overview

What is management of foreign goods?

In order to manage an effective operation and cost-effective delivery of goods/freight, freight management is a process that necessitates a key synchronization of operations, personnel, and technology. The proper things are delivered to the right places thanks to this method. This must be completed within the allotted timeframes, without incident, and for the least amount of money. It accomplishes this by coordinating the actions and procedures of all parties involved (carriers, distributors, suppliers, and shippers).

The vast task of managing goods includes organizing and carrying out shipments using all forms of transportation. It involves planning shipments, keeping track of shipments, maintaining transportation documents, and comprehending routes, prices, items, customers’ expectations, carrier profiles, and risk management. In order to achieve seamless coordination between carriers and shippers, freight network management demands the ideal blend of expertise, qualified personnel, and knowledge.

The capacity to handle goods in the smallest, quickest, and most economical processes is more crucial than ever in the competitive world of today. This is because of continually shifting elements including smaller shipper stocks, just-in-time production, higher warehousing and labor costs, shorter delivery windows, and ecommerce-driven customer expectations. Companies must constantly innovate and increase their knowledge of entering global marketplaces as globalization progresses.

Knowing how to expedite procedures and comprehend how to transfer goods around the world has become essential in these times of globalizing trade and business. Many newcomers still find international shipping scary, especially in the SME sector. Larger businesses, on the other hand, need experienced employees that can adapt rapidly. To get staff members up to speed on how to negotiate the complicated world of international goods forwarding, businesses need targeted training.

Introduction

Globalization has brought immense changes to freight forwarding and management; and like all change, it brings both challenges and opportunities. Rising client demands, new, inventive business methods, and emerging technology. To address these issues, this industry might grow and change in a variety of ways..

How can I launch a global goods company?

Professionals will get knowledge of the particular needs of international freight management and transportation through this Training Bee training course. Participants will learn more about the essential tasks involved in goods management in-depth. The productivity, efficiency, and income of your business may all be negatively impacted by this. This course also gives students a glimpse of the difficulties that importers and exporters encounter on a regular basis in the real world. Are you seeking for a fulfilling job with a range of options for growth and learning?

Then a job in transport and logistics could be perfect for you. Additionally, this course will provide you the abilities and information required to take the initial step with assurance!

We are The Training Bee, a global training and education firm providing services in many countries. We are specialized in capacity building and talent development solutions for individuals and organizations, with our highly customized programs and training sessions.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing Become an International Logistics Wizard, participants will be able to:

• Determine the growing importance of goods management.
• Recognize its effects on costs and services in industry and commerce
• Possess a thorough knowledge of international freight management techniques
• Recognize the paperwork involved in the goods management process.
• Give participants the information and skills they need to successfully handle international freight.
• Being able to implement leaner operations and generate optimized work processes

Our Unique Training Methodology

This interactive course comprises the following training methods:

• Role-playing – Participants will take part in several roleplays and understand practical ways of solving issues.
• Journaling – This consists of setting a timer and letting your thoughts flow, unedited and unscripted recording events, ideas, and thoughts over a while, related to the topic.
• Project-based learning
• Mind mapping and brainstorming – A session will be carried out between participants to uncover unique ideas, thoughts, and opinions having a quality discussion.
• Interactive sessions – The course will use informative lectures to introduce key concepts and theories related to the topic.
• Presentations – Participants will be presented with multimedia tools such as videos and graphics to enhance learning. These will be delivered engagingly and interactively.

Training Medium

This Become an International Logistics Wizard training is designed in a way that it can be delivered face-to-face and virtually.

Course Duration

This training is versatile in its delivery. The training can be delivered as a full-fledged 40-hour training program or a 15- hours crash course covering 5 hours of content each day over 3 days

Pre-course Assessment

Before you enroll in this course all we wanted to know is your exact mindset and your way of thinking.
For that, we have designed this questionnaire attached below.

• What is the scope of International Freight Management?
• What areas of the freight industry are covered in the course?
• What skills and knowledge are necessary to successfully complete the course?
• What types of international shipping services are covered in the course?
• How is the course structured?
• What types of transportation documents are discussed in the course?

Course Modules

This Become an International Logistics Wizard covers the following topics for understanding the essentials of the Agile Workplace:

Module 1 – Overview of supply chains and logistics

• Overview of the Supply Chain
• Successful Supply Chains: Relationships in the Supply Chain
• Organizational Roles and Logistics Types
• Core Logistics Components

Module 2 – Transport Administration

• Transportation Principles
• Options for Transportation
• The nature and objectives of transportation planning
• Demand for Transportation Decisions
• Transport capabilities

Module 3 – Introduction to Goods Movement

• Types of Goods (Dangerous Goods, Liquid Bulk, Dry Bulk, and Perishable Goods, among others)
• Safe Product Handling
• Protection of Goods
• Movement Techniques
• Planning and Scheduling for Transport Using the Right Modes of Transportation

Module 4 – Logistics Management

• Function of Local and International Freight Movement
• Linear, hub-and-spoke arrangement for the route
• Pollution / Environmental
• Outside Influences

Module 5 – Management of International Freight

• Operations for Air Freight Forwarding
• Operations for Sea Freight Forwarding
• Facilities for a Multimodal Terminal, Processes, and the Agile Port Concept

Module 6 – Export and Import

• Important Components of Export Strategies
• Important Components of Import Strategies
• Third-Party Middlemen

Module 7 – Transport through Road Management

• Setting Standards and Performance Measures: Key Drivers’ Role in Road Freight Transport
• Environmental Issues Schedule, Quality, and Security Planning for Route

Module 8 – Flight Logistics Management

• Benefits and Drawbacks of Air Freight Laws and Regulations Air Freight Management Principles
• Rules and regulations

Post-course Assessment

Participants need to complete an assessment post-course completion so our mentors will get to know their understanding of the course. A mentor will also have interrogative conversations with participants and provide valuable feedback.

• What challenges do you see international freight managers facing in the future?
• How does effective communication with customers, vendors, and partners impact the success of freight management?
• What steps and strategies can international freight managers take to ensure efficient tracking and delivery times?
• What tools and technologies are available to help international freight managers better manage their operations?
• How can international freight managers ensure successful relationships with customers and vendors across borders?
• What challenges are associated with shipping internationally, and how can they best be addressed?

Lessons Learned

The most important lesson to be learned from an International Freight Management Course is the need to maintain control of key stakeholders while managing all aspects of a freight shipment. This includes overseeing vendors and client relationships, understanding supply chain requirements, negotiating freight rates, organizing and scheduling shipping, overseeing customs clearance, and providing the customer with the best possible service. It is also critical to stay ahead of developments in the freight industry to maximize business profitability.

“Take the initiative and utilize international freight to participate in global supply chain management.”