Syllabus

 

*Module 1: Introduction to Global Logistics*

- Overview of logistics and supply chain management.

- Differences between ocean, air, road, and rail cargo.

- Role of freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL/4PL providers.

- Key stakeholders in international trade (shippers, carriers, ports, airlines).

 

*Module 2: Ocean Cargo Logistics*

- *Maritime Shipping Basics*:

  - Types of vessels (container ships, bulk carriers, tankers, Ro-Ro).

  - Containerization (TEU/FEU, container types: dry, reefer, open-top).

  - Port operations and terminal management.

- *Documentation*:

  - Bill of Lading (B/L), Sea Waybill, and shipping instructions.

  - Incoterms 2020 (FOB, CIF, EXW, etc.).

- *Regulations*:

  - SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), ISPS Code (maritime security).

  - Hazardous cargo handling (IMDG Code).

 

*Module 3: Air Cargo Logistics*

- *Air Freight Fundamentals*:

  - Types of cargo aircraft and ULDs (Unit Load Devices: pallets, containers).

  - Air cargo handling at airports (ground operations, cargo terminals).

- *Documentation*:

  - Air Waybill (AWB), Master Air Waybill (MAWB), House Air Waybill (HAWB).

  - IATA regulations for dangerous goods (IATA DGR).

- *Key Challenges*:

  - Weight and volume restrictions.

  - Perishable and temperature-sensitive cargo (pharma, food).

 

*Module 4: Customs and Trade Compliance*

- Import/export procedures and documentation.

- Customs clearance processes (HS codes, tariffs, duties).

- Trade agreements and free trade zones (FTZs).

- Compliance with international bodies (WTO, WCO, IATA, IMO).

 

*Module 5: Freight Pricing and Cost Management*

- Freight rate calculation (ocean: FAK, air: chargeable weight).

- Fuel surcharges, bunker adjustment factors (BAF), and currency adjustments.

- Cost optimization strategies (consolidation, route planning).

 

*Module 6: Supply Chain Risk Management*

- Risks in ocean and air logistics (delays, piracy, weather disruptions).

- Cargo insurance (All-Risk, FPA, General Average).

- Contingency planning and crisis management.

 

*Module 7: Technology in Logistics*

- Cargo tracking systems (IoT, RFID, GPS).

- Logistics software (CargoWise, SAP TM, Descartes).

- Blockchain for supply chain transparency.

- E-freight and paperless trade initiatives.

 

*Module 8: Sustainability in Logistics*

- Environmental impact of shipping and aviation (carbon footprint).

- Green logistics practices (slow steaming, fuel-efficient aircraft).

- IMO 2020 (sulfur cap regulations) and CORSIA (carbon offsetting for aviation).

 

*Module 9: E-commerce and Last-Mile Logistics*

- Role of air and ocean freight in cross-border e-commerce.

- Last-mile delivery challenges for international shipments.

- Reverse logistics and returns management.

 

*Module 10: Emerging Trends*

- Digitalization of freight forwarding.

- Drone delivery and autonomous ships.

- Impact of geopolitical shifts on global logistics (e.g., Suez Canal disruptions).

 

*Practical Training & Projects*

- *Case Studies*: Solving real-world logistics challenges (e.g., port congestion, air cargo bottlenecks).

- *Simulation Software*: Managing virtual supply chains (e.g., FlexSim, AnyLogic).

- *Internships*: Hands-on experience with freight forwarders, airlines, or shipping companies.

- *Capstone Project*: Designing an end-to-end logistics plan for a global shipment.