In a globalised economy, understanding international shipping and logistics is vital for anyone involved in trade, supply chain management, or freight operations. International Shipping & Transport – Practical Logistics Management offers a complete, hands-on introduction to how goods move around the world — by air, sea, and land — and how businesses can manage these processes strategically to save time, reduce costs, and ensure compliance.

You’ll begin by learning the fundamentals of international logistics, including how cargo classification, product value, and packaging affect your shipping strategy. The course explains how to balance cost and speed when choosing between air and sea freight, helping you make smart decisions for different shipment types. You’ll also master the art of calculating chargeable weight, a crucial skill for obtaining accurate freight quotes and managing budgets effectively.

Next, you’ll explore Incoterms, the international trade terms that define responsibility and risk between buyers and sellers. You’ll learn how to interpret and apply each Incoterm correctly to protect your business during negotiations and ensure transparent, legally sound shipping agreements. From there, the course dives into the operational side of logistics — explaining sea freight container types, trucking options like FTL and LTL, and how to coordinate multi-modal transport.

Finally, you’ll discover how to plan and execute a shipment from start to finish. Using real-world examples, you’ll learn how to prepare essential documentation such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists. By the end of this course, you’ll have a practical understanding of how to manage international shipping operations with confidence, accuracy, and professionalism — whether you’re shipping products overseas or managing logistics for a growing business.