The International Logistics & Freight Management Training Course by The British Academy For Training and Development is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage International Logistics operations across global supply chains. As part of the Logistics and Supply Chain Training Courses specialization within the Management category, this programme focuses on planning, coordinating, and optimising the movement of goods through global transportation networks. Participants develop expertise in freight forwarding, shipping, cargo handling, customs clearance, Incoterms, transportation, and ports operations.

This training course combines strategic logistics planning with practical freight management techniques to improve operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Participants learn how to select transportation modes, manage international shipments, coordinate with logistics providers, minimise transportation costs, ensure customs compliance, and optimise freight performance. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to manage international logistics operations confidently while supporting efficient global trade and supply chain performance.

• Understand the principles of International Logistics and global freight management.
• Develop effective strategies for freight forwarding and transportation planning.
• Manage international shipping operations efficiently.
• Understand cargo handling procedures and documentation.
• Apply customs clearance requirements and international trade regulations.
• Interpret and implement Incoterms in global trade transactions.
• Evaluate different transportation modes for international shipments.
• Understand the operational role of global ports and logistics hubs.
• Improve freight cost management and logistics performance.
• Strengthen risk management and compliance within international logistics operations.

Target Audience

• Logistics and supply chain managers.
• Freight forwarding professionals.
• Shipping and transportation coordinators.
• Import and export specialists.
• Customs and trade compliance professionals.
• Warehouse and distribution managers.
• Procurement and operations managers.
• International trade professionals.
• Business owners involved in global commerce.
• Professionals seeking careers in international logistics and freight management.

Module 1: Introduction to International Logistics

• Global logistics fundamentals
• International supply chain operations
• Logistics planning principles
• Key logistics stakeholders

Module 2: Freight Forwarding Operations

• Freight forwarding processes
• Carrier selection
• Freight documentation
• Third-party logistics providers

Module 3: International Shipping Management

• Ocean freight operations
• Air freight logistics
• Road and rail transportation
• Shipment scheduling and coordination

Module 4: Cargo Handling and Transportation

• Cargo classification
• Packaging and handling requirements
• Transportation planning
• Cargo risk management

Module 5: Customs Clearance and Trade Compliance

• Customs procedures
• Import and export documentation
• Regulatory compliance
• Border control requirements

Module 6: Incoterms and International Trade

• Incoterms rules and responsibilities
• Risk and cost allocation
• Contract management
• International trade transactions

Module 7: Ports and Global Logistics Infrastructure

• Port operations
• Terminal management
• Container logistics
• Port efficiency and performance

Module 8: Freight Performance and Risk Management

• Freight cost optimisation
• Logistics performance indicators
• Supply chain risk mitigation
• Continuous operational improvement