Certified Freight Forwarder

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Vskills

To work as a professional freight forwarder, or in logistics and supply chain departments, join the Certified Freight Forwarder course from Vskills.

Mode

Online

Fees

₹ 3499

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Increased globalization has facilitated international trade of goods and services. However, the complicated regulations and cumbersome paperwork involved in import and export activities can be a roadblock for many businesses. That is why they hire freight forwarding professionals, who are proficient in handling these complexities.

In the Certified Freight Forwarder course from Vskills, candidates will learn about freight planning, containerization, and transportation. They will also gain fluency in the core concepts such as surface transport, sea transport, airline transport, international transportation of freight, integrated logistics, and future developments.

Once a candidate completes this programme, they will become a government-certified freight forwarder. They will hold this title for life and will find high-paying jobs in the logistics and supply chain departments of organizations. The candidate’s profile on Shine.com and Monsterindia.com will be marked ‘Vskills Certified’, that will further attract recruiters and give them an edge over competitors.

The highlights

  • Certification with lifetime validity
  • Practice tests for free
  • Call-back availability
  • Online assessment
  • Government certification
  • E-learning content’s lifetime access
  • ‘Vskills Certified’ on Monsterindia.com 
  • ‘Vskills Certified’ on Shine.com

Program offerings

  • Lifetime certification
  • Call-back facility
  • Online exam
  • Free practice tests
  • Lifelong e-learning access
  • Government certification

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 3,499
  • Candidates can pay the Certified Freight Forwarder course fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
  • Vskills will accept debit cards from all Indian banks and Master, VISA, and Amex cards as well.

Certified freight forwarder course fee structure

Training Option

Fee

Certified Freight Forwarder

Rs. 3,499

Total

Rs. 3,499 + GST

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Vskills

Who it is for

The Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder course will benefit:

  • Candidates who are pursuing a career in logistics or supply chain-related activities.
  • Managers, executives, and other professionals who are working in the logistics, freight, or supply chain-related departments.

Eligibility criteria

Certificate Qualifying Details

To earn the Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder certificate, candidates must qualify the course-end online test, in addition to completing the study material. Vskills will hold this test throughout the year, and they must appear for it within a year of ordering the course.

What you will learn

Supply management

The Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder online course provides candidates with a thorough understanding of:

  • Freight Planning
  • Containerisation
  • Surface Transport
  • Sea Transport
  • Air Transport
  • Freight Transportation
  • International Freight Transport
  • Integrated Logistics

The syllabus

Freight Planning

  • Strategic Planning
  • P’s and R’s of Fulfillment
  • Packaging
  • Reducing Freight Costs
  • Change Triggers
  • Freight Logistics Strategy
  • Central Place Theory
  • Unit Load Concept
  • Product Characteristics

Freight Transportation

  • Transportation Management
  • Transportation Modes
  • Transportation Pricing or Freight Rate
  • Importance of Transportation
  • Transport and Communication
  • Energy Consumption

Surface Transport

  • Road Freight Transport
  • Types of Road Freight Transport
  • International Road Freight
  • Freight Costing
  • Freight Routing and Scheduling
  • Vehicle Selection and Acquisition
  • Vehicle Fleets Assessments
  • Factors Affecting Vehicle Utilization
  • Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989
  • Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
  • Carriers Act, 1865
  • Railways Act, 1989
  • Rail Transport
  • Intermodal Transport

Containerisation

  • Containers - Classification 
  • Containers - Arrangement
  • Containers - Sizes
  • Containers - Movement
  • Containers - Handling
  • Containers - Leasing
  • Containers - Markings
  • Packaging Cargo in a Container
  • Safety Precautions for Cargo in a Container
  • Safety Measures for Container Ships
  • Recent Trends – Cargosprinter and Container

ICD (Inland Container Depots) and CFS (Container Freight Stations)

  • Prerequisites - Successful ICD/CFS
  • Procedures for Implementation and Approval
  • Import and Export Clearance at ICD
  • Functions and Role of ICD
  • Container Corporation of India – CONCOR

Transportation by Sea

  • Methods of Ocean Shipping 
  • Formalities of Ocean Shipping
  • Shipping Intermediaries
  • Types of Ships
  • Stowage
  • Major Ports of India
  • Important Sea Routes
  • Shipping Corporation of India
  • Rates of Ocean Freight
  • Documentation for Ocean Freight 
  • Indian National Ship Owners’ Association
  • The Major Port Trusts Act, 1963
  • Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act
  • International Chamber of Shipping

Transportation by Air

  • Air Transportation Infrastructure
  • International Air Transportation
  • Classifications of Airports
  • Benefits of Airfreight
  • Types of Aircraft
  • Air Freight Documentation
  • Unit Load Devices
  • The Carriage by Air Act, 1972
  • Air Cargo Industry
  • Role of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA)
  • Air Freight Calculation Methods

International Freight Transport

  • Introducing International Logistics
  • Reverse Supply Chain
  • International Freight Mode Selection
  • Documentation for Export
  • International Commercial Terms (Incoterm)
  • International Trade Operations
  • Hazardous Materials Transportation
  • International Distribution Channels

Integrated Logistics

  • Integrated Logistics - Definition and Need
  • Just-in-time (JIT)
  • Distribution Requirements Planning
  • Direct Product Profitability

Future Developments

  • Freight Transport Automation 
  • Future Freight Transportation
  • Big Data and Freight Transport

Admission details

If you are interested in the Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder online course, you can apply by following these steps:

Step 1 - Open the Vskills ‘Certified Freight Forwarder’ course page via https://www.vskills.in/certification/certified-freight-forwarder.

Step 2 - Find the ‘Buy Now’ button on the course page and click on it.

Step 3 - Enter your Vskills account details and log in. If you don’t have a Vskills account, you need to create one with details such as your email, name, contact information, etc.

Step 4 - Enter the necessary details and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.

Step 5 - Select your preferred method of payment and enter your payment details.

Step 6 - Confirm your order and complete the transaction.


Filling the form

Candidates don’t need to complete an extensive form to join the Certified Freight Forwarder course at Vskills. They can locate the Buy Now tab on the course page, sign up or log in, fill out the required details, and complete the payment. After confirmation, they can start accessing the course curriculum.

Evaluation process

Candidates must pass a 60-minute online certification exam to become a Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder. In the exam, out of 50 questions, candidates need to answer at least 25 correctly, as the passing marks are 50 per cent. There is no negative marking in this exam. If they are unable to secure the passing marks, they can pay an additional fee and reappear for the exam.

How it helps

The Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder online course adds significant value to the candidates’ resume. It will help them find lucrative logistics and supply chain-related jobs. Vskills offer this certification with lifetime validity, and they also provide lifetime access to all the e-learning material. To help candidates attract job offers through platforms like Shine.com and Monsterindia.com, their profiles will be marked ‘Vskills Certified’. That will help the candidates stand out among all the competition and attract the recruiter’s attention.

FAQs

If I am unable to pass the certification exam, can I retake it?

Yes. For an additional fee, you can reappear for the exam. There is no limit on the number of times you can reappear. But you will have to pay a fee each time.

When will I receive my certificate?

If you pass the exam, you will receive a soft copy of the certificate within 2-3 working days from the date of the examination. And you will receive a physical certificate within 7-10 days of the exam.

Who should join the Certified Freight Forwarder course?

Candidates pursuing a career in logistics or supply chain-related activities should join the Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder course. Managers, Professionals, and Executives working in logistics, freight, or supply chain-related departments will also benefit from this course.

How will the Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder course help me get a job?

The Vskills Certified Freight Forwarder course will add tremendous value to your CV/Resume, thereby increasing your employability. Also, your profile on Shine.com and\or Monsterindia.com will be marked ‘Vskills Certified’. That will give you an edge over other competitors and help impress the recruiter.

Is there negative marking in the Certified Freight Forwarder course exam?

No, there is no negative marking in the Certified Freight Forwarder course exam.

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