This program looks at the technical, commercial and operational aspects of liner shipping and maritime container logistics. This course is beneficial for a wide range of professionals who work for shipping lines and in the logistics and supply chain industry.

Topics

  • Types of Containers
  • Mode of Supply Chain
  • Logistics Management
  • Container Freight Station
  • Inland Container Depot
  • Fleet Operation

Overall Learning Outcomes

This course will provide participants with an introduction to container shipping, along with practical information regarding container logistics, shipping costs and more.

Course Structure

Professional Certificates are delivered in a manner that gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and place that suits your personal and work life. You can embark immediately on an certificate knowing you can fit it into your schedule.

Assessment

There are 50 Multiple Choice Questions (“MCQ”) for each module. If you start an MCQ session, please remember that it will time-out after 1.5 hours. You have three attempts at the MCQ to achieve a pass mark, which is set at 50%.

Admission Criteria

You should show that you will be able to fulfil and benefit from the objectives of the diploma or certificate and be able to achieve the required standards. Although no prior knowledge is required you should normally be at least 16 years old and have the following:

  • Level 2 (QCF) Certificate; or
  • 4 GCSEs at grade C or above; and/or
  • Relevant work experience.

Delivery Mode

Mode A: Fully Taught mode

Available at selected Approved Learning Centers. For each module we recommend that Approved Learning Centers provide at least 48 hours of face to face lectures and tutorials.

Mode B: Blended Learning mode

Available at selected Approved Learning Centers where classes are held plus learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal.

We recommend that Approved Learning Centers provide between 24and 36 hours of lectures/tutorials and that you spend at least 12 hours learning online.

Mode C: Fully Online mode

Learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal. For each module we recommend at least 72 hours of online learning.

Location

For the Blended and Fully Taught modes please Contact Us for an Approved Learning Centre near you. Please note we are constantly adding Approved Centers.

Student Learning Time

Professional Certificates should be completed in 3 months.