Ocean Freight Logistics

Our Comprehensive Guide to Ocean Freight course provides a comprehensive knowledge of the ocean freight process, including understanding ocean freight documentation, packaging, and containerization, pricing and contracts, carrier selection, customs clearance procedures, and the roles of service providers such as customs brokers and freight forwarders. This course will empower you to mitigate risks and navigate through the process efficiently, providing the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully transport goods via ocean freight to various locations around the world.

At the International Forwarding Academy, we specialize in providing training services for the International Transportation Community. Our comprehensive programs are designed for beginners and those with up to 5 years of experience in the field, covering operational details in a simple and easy-to-understand manner. With years of experience and hundreds of successful trainings under our belt, we have catered to a diverse audience, including International Freight Forwarders, Importers & Exporters, Logistic Managers, Logistic Providers, Business Development, Financial & HR Personnel in related fields.

By enrolling in our Comprehensive Guide to Ocean Freight course, you can expect to gain a deep understanding of the ocean freight process. This includes comprehensive knowledge of ocean freight documentation, packaging, and containerization, as well as pricing and contracts, carrier selection, and customs clearance procedures. The course also covers the roles and responsibilities of various service providers such as customs brokers and freight forwarders. With this knowledge, you will be equipped to efficiently navigate through the ocean freight process, mitigate risks, and successfully transport goods to various locations worldwide. Overall, this course provides practical skills and knowledge that are essential for anyone involved in the global logistics and transportation industry.

The Comprehensive Guide to Ocean Freight is a full-day online training program that provides a comprehensive understanding of the ocean freight process, covering topics such as documentation, packaging, containerization, pricing and contracts, carrier selection, and customs clearance procedures.

The course combines lectures, case studies, and practical exercises to ensure a comprehensive learning experience. Participants will have access to a wealth of course materials and resources, and upon completion, they will receive a certificate of completion from the International Forwarding Academy, signifying their proficiency in the key aspects of the ocean freight process.

The course promises to be a well-informed program that breaks down complex concepts into simple terms, empowering participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to mitigate risks and navigate through the ocean freight process efficiently.

Below is the curriculum for this course:

• Brief, brief History of Containerization/Ocean Freight
• Roles and Responsibilities of OTI’s including
• Understanding of transportation planning and scheduling.
• Importance of effective communication and coordination with other stakeholders - Tracking, tracing.
• Financial reconciliation (file level)
• Governing bodies, i.e., FMC. DOT, MARAD, etc.
• NVOCC vs. OTI vs. Ocean Freight Forwarder and what is the difference - Modes of Transportation, Ocean, Truck, Rail including In Transit Bonds i.e., IT’s, etc. - Ocean Carrier Alliances
• Functions of Port Authorities including infrastructures
• Functions of Port Authorities including infrastructures.
• International Trade Laws and Regulations including
• WTO, C-TAP, AES, ITAR, Export Controls and Embargoes
• USPPI, FPPI
• Incoterms®
• Ocean Bill of Lading including
• Regulatory overview
• Directs, Back-to-Back & Consolidations
• Weight / Volume Calculations, Net Achievables
• Financial reconciliation
• Contract of Carriage
• Overview of Logistics Process
• Risk Management (Marine Insurance and Carrier Liability)
• Interactive Quiz

In the event that you are unable to attend this course, you may send a substitute attendee at no additional cost. However, if you need to cancel your registration, a full refund will be issued only if we receive notice of cancellation at least 30 days prior to the scheduled start date of the course. To request a refund, please visit our Contact page and send us a message with the subject line "Cancel Class."

Please note that we do not issue refunds for cancellations made within 30 days of the course start date. However, you can choose to transfer your registration to a future class for a $95.00 change fee.