Build your expertise in freight administration

The modules in this skills program in freight forwarding operations, explain how the administrative functions in the different departments that make up a freight forwarding and customs clearing operation, are performed and interact.

You will learn the nuts and bolts of import and export administration to assist you to enhance your skills as a global freight forwarder competing in international trade in a world that is open for business. The processes and procedures required for the administration of import and export transactions will be discussed.

The key performance areas of the Air Freight export and import control functions in the context of a freight forwarding organisation are explained. Overborder freight forwarding operations, cross border trade regulations and routes are also explored. This skills program deals with detailed information relating to a wide range of administrative aspects applicable to import and export transactions or different transport modes.

Target group
Employees in Freight Forwarding Operations with special interest in administrative functions

Learning outcomes

• Airfreight export, import and consolidation operation
• Functions carried out by an over border freight forwarding operation
• Clearing and compliance function
• Road and rail in other countries
• The export sales transaction
• Export finance and risk management
• Import permit application
• Forward exchange and transit cover