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Introduction to International Transport and Logistics

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course introduces small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to the basic transport and logistical requirements of export operations, including cross-border sea freight, air freight and packaging procedures. it showcases the main operational differences between domestic and international trade, allowing participants to better apprehend their operational and managerial performance in terms of trade logistics.

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After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the implications of international trade in terms of transport and logistics;
Describe the logistics chain and key considerations of sea freight; and
Describe the logistics chain and key considerations of air freight.

COURSE CERTIFICATION

Participants who meet the course requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion issued in electronic format.

SESSIONS

	Course format: Online/Internet-based
	Language: English
	Time required: 4 hours of study over 2 weeks
	Next start date: 7, May 2018
	Course access: Open for public registration

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TUTOR INFORMATION

TIDIANE DIOP

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COURSE STRUCTURE

Lecture 1: Introduction to International Transport and Logistics

Lecture 2: Sea Freight Logistics

Lecture 3: Air Freight Logistics

Case Study Exercise