IATA Cargo Supply Chain and Transport Modes course
About The Course
Gain essential knowledge in supply chain management, logistics, and various modes of transport. This course covers key principles and concepts in freight transport management, multimodal transport operations, cargo unitization and containerization, as well as the transportation of dangerous goods by air, land, and sea.
Course Objective
Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:
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State the supply chain business process integration.
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Recognize the scope of freight forwarding services.
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Describe advantages of multi-modal transportation.
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Describe different types of transport corridors-air, road, maritime and inland waterways.
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Describe the unitization and carriage of dangerous goods.
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Describe diversity of modes and modal competition.
Course Content
The key topics that are covered during this course include:
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Introduction to supply chain management
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Freight forwarding services
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Transport management
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Multimodal transport
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Unitization of cargo and transportation of dangerous goods
Prerequisite
This course is recommended for:
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Cargo agents
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Freight forwarders
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All staff involved in air cargo transport chain
Course Exam & Certification
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Exam Method: Online exam with remote supervision by IATA
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Exam Format: Multiple-choice questions, closed textbook
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Number of questions: 60
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Time Allowance: 3 hours
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Passing Grade: 60% correct answers
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Distinction Grade: 90% correct answers
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Number of exam attempts: 2
Certifications
Participants who successfully pass the final exam will be awarded:
Participants who successfully pass the final exam will be awarded:
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IATA and KHDA Certificates are awarded to participants successfully passing the final exam.
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A Dangerous Goods Regulations Certificate, approved by the Federal body of UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), will also be awarded.
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An Internship at Ras Al-Khaimah International Airport, UAE.