International Logistics

Offered By: LinkedIn Learning

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Logistics Courses Risk Management Courses Inventory Control Courses

Course Description

Overview

Understand the basic requirements for conducting logistics activities internationally.

Syllabus

Introduction

Introduction to international logistics
Before you begin

1. Understanding International Logistics

The evolution of international logistics
Cultural differences and foreign labor laws
Logistics security
Green logistics

2. Global Transportation

Choosing transportation modes
Shipping conferences and alliances
Containerization
Inbound logistics
International documentation

3. Incoterms

Incoterms defined
Functions of Incoterms
Incoterms 2020: EXW and FCA
Incoterms 2020: CPT and CIP
Incoterms 2020: DAP, DPU, and DDP
Incoterms 2020: Maritime terms
Classification of Incoterms

4. International Logistics Service Providers

Types of service providers
International freight forwarders
Freight consolidators
Non-vessel operating common carriers
Export management companies
Export packers
Customs clearance specialists
Outsourcing global logistics

5. Key Decisions in Global Logistics

Inventory control
Warehouse and distribution center locations
Shipping and receiving
Packaging
Global reverse logistics
Risk management

Conclusion

Moving forward

Taught by

Steven Brown

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