Certificate in Logistics & Multi-modal Transport

June 27, 2021

The aim of this certificate in Logistics & Multi-modal Transport is to provide candidates with a thorough knowledge on the legal, economic, operational and commercial aspects of the shipping industry followed by a comprehensive and practical insight to the specialist subject of Logistics & Multi-modal Transport.

Programme Aim:

The aim of this programme in Logistics & Multi-modal Transport is to provide the candidates with a thorough knowledge on the legal, economic, operational and commercial aspects of the shipping industry followed by a comprehensive and practical insight into the specialist subject of Logistics & Multi-modal Transport. The diploma provides a thorough knowledge and understanding of the role of multi-modal transport and its importance in Supply Chain Management.

Programme Structure:

The programme comprises five (05) modules. The first four modules are the four compulsory Group-1 subjects of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K as follows:

  • Introduction to Shipping
  • Economics of Sea Transport & International Trade
  • Legal Principles in Shipping Business
  • Shipping Business

The fifth module is “Logistics & Multi-modal Transport” – the Group-2 specialist subject of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K. covering the following key topics:

  • International distribution & role of logistics
  • Physical multi-modal operations
  • The inter-relationship of transport modes
  • Operators of multi-modal transport
  • Through transport pricing
  • Inventory management & the supply chain
  • Sale contracts and documentation
  • Conventions in multi-modal transport
  • Statutory regulations and restrictions
  • Marketing, sales and development

Programme Benefits:

This course in Logistics & Multi-modal Transport is tailored to facilitate an entry into the multi-modal transport and logistics industry and is ideal for those wishing to join the industry. The course is also designed for industry professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge on important aspects of logistics which can help them advance in their respective careers.

On successful completion of the programme, learners will have:

  • Thorough knowledge of logistics and supply chain management.
  • A clear understanding of the structure and participants in multi-modal transport and its potential benefits for the shipper, trader and generally for the international trade.
  • Knowledge of modes of transportation, multimodal infrastructure, commercial routes, international multimodal transport.

Programme Outcomes:

  1. Level -5 Award in Maritime Logistics Management (Logistics & Multimodal Transport): 

On successful completion of the programme comprising the five (05) modules, a Level -5 Award in Maritime Logistics Management (Logistics & Multi-modal Transport) will be issued by the Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), approved by the National Qualification Centre (NQC) Ministry of Education, U.A.E. The Level-5 Award certificate will provide details of the topics that are covered and certify that the holder of the certificate has completed forty credits (600 hours) of structured learning in Logistics & Multi-modal Transport.

  1. Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K. Foundation Diploma / Advanced Diploma:

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) is a Registered Training Provider (RTP) of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K.  On completion of the programme, the candidates may appear in the examinations of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K conducted at the Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) in May and November every year. Upon passing these examinations, the candidates could obtain the internationally acclaimed Foundation Diploma / Advanced Diploma from the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) U.K. This may lead to the prestigious full Membership of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (MICS) U.K on passing the ICS Professional Qualifying Examinations (PQE).

Programme Details:

Duration:

The programme duration is six hundred (600) hours comprising four hundred and fifty (450) hours of classroom / online teaching, assignments, case studies and presentation spread over thirty (30) weeks and one hundred and fifty (150) hours of workplace attachment spread over ten (10) weeks. The classes will be conducted from Monday to Friday every week from 0800 hours to 1100 hours or 1600 hours to 1900 hours.

Assessment:

Written assessments comprising subjective questions as well as quizzes, assignments and case studies with 60% pass marks.

Attendance:

90% attendance is required.

Entry Requirements:

Preferred entry requirement is a Bachelor degree in any discipline. Minimum entry requirement is twelve years of structured education or Advanced Level (A’Level). A good working knowledge of written and spoken English with a minimum IELTS Level-5 or equivalent is required.

Accreditation:

ICS accredited & NQC approved as Level-5 Award.

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