CILT Certification in Shipping and Freight Forwarding
August 6, 2026
Logistics & Supply Chain Management
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CILT Shipping and Freight Forwarding
- Overview
- Course Outline
- Association
Course Methodology
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport – Shipping and Freight Forwarding course utilizes a variety of individual and team exercises, case studies, assessments, videos and group discussions.
Course Objectives
Upon completing CILT Shipping and Freight Forwarding, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the large network and scope of international trade and transport.
- Get a sound understanding of Commercial Shipping.
- Develop skills required to tackle maritime uncertainties.
- Adopt global strategies for establishing international trade.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of ship-shore interfaces.
- Develop the skills required to handle a wide range of tasks within the shipping and freight forwarding industry.
- Understand marine insurance policies.
- Practise ethical shipping in line with international rules and regulations.
Target Audience
CILT Shipping & Freight Forwarding is designed for professionals already engaged in Shipping and Freight Forwarding or any fresh graduates with an interest in the field.
Target Competencies
- Freight Management
- Commercial Shipping
- Performance Management
- Trade Interfaces
- Shipping Chartering
Introduction
CILT Shipping and Freight Forwarding is an internationally acclaimed certification program that prepares professionals to carry out international trade and handle maritime uncertainties with ease.
Module 1: Introduction to International Trade
- Development of International Trade
- International Economic Institutions
- Trade Routes
Module 2: Trade Interfaces
- INCO terms
- Introduction to UCP 600 & documentary Credit
Module 3: Shipping & Freight Forwarding Operations
- Maritime Geography
- Introduction to Commercial Shipping
- Containerisation
- Types of Containers
- Documentation
- Free Zones
- Types of Ships
- Commercial Shipping
- NVOCC
- MTD
- Freight Forwarding
- Ports and Terminals
Module 4: Ship-Shore interfaces
- Types of Ships and Cargoes
- Major Players/Entities
- IMDG Code
- Shipping Industry – The Future
Module 5: Shipping Chartering
- Bare Boat Charter
- Time Charter
- Voyage Charter
Module 6: Marine Insurance
- Introduction
- Rhodian Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
- P & I
- Claims and Handling
Module 7: Shipping Law
- Introduction
- Maritime Law Glossary
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK, is the leading international professional body for individuals involved in the supply chain, logistics and transport industries.
Blue Ocean Academy is associated with the UK-based CILT to offer professional certification courses in Logistics in the UAE, India and other GCC countries.
- Overview
Course Methodology
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport – Shipping and Freight Forwarding course utilizes a variety of individual and team exercises, case studies, assessments, videos and group discussions.
Course Objectives
Upon completing CILT Shipping and Freight Forwarding, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the large network and scope of international trade and transport.
- Get a sound understanding of Commercial Shipping.
- Develop skills required to tackle maritime uncertainties.
- Adopt global strategies for establishing international trade.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of ship-shore interfaces.
- Develop the skills required to handle a wide range of tasks within the shipping and freight forwarding industry.
- Understand marine insurance policies.
- Practise ethical shipping in line with international rules and regulations.
Target Audience
CILT Shipping & Freight Forwarding is designed for professionals already engaged in Shipping and Freight Forwarding or any fresh graduates with an interest in the field.
Target Competencies
- Freight Management
- Commercial Shipping
- Performance Management
- Trade Interfaces
- Shipping Chartering
- Course Outline
Introduction
CILT Shipping and Freight Forwarding is an internationally acclaimed certification program that prepares professionals to carry out international trade and handle maritime uncertainties with ease.
Module 1: Introduction to International Trade
- Development of International Trade
- International Economic Institutions
- Trade Routes
Module 2: Trade Interfaces
- INCO terms
- Introduction to UCP 600 & documentary Credit
Module 3: Shipping & Freight Forwarding Operations
- Maritime Geography
- Introduction to Commercial Shipping
- Containerisation
- Types of Containers
- Documentation
- Free Zones
- Types of Ships
- Commercial Shipping
- NVOCC
- MTD
- Freight Forwarding
- Ports and Terminals
Module 4: Ship-Shore interfaces
- Types of Ships and Cargoes
- Major Players/Entities
- IMDG Code
- Shipping Industry – The Future
Module 5: Shipping Chartering
- Bare Boat Charter
- Time Charter
- Voyage Charter
Module 6: Marine Insurance
- Introduction
- Rhodian Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
- P & I
- Claims and Handling
Module 7: Shipping Law
- Introduction
- Maritime Law Glossary
- Association
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK, is the leading international professional body for individuals involved in the supply chain, logistics and transport industries.
Blue Ocean Academy is associated with the UK-based CILT to offer professional certification courses in Logistics in the UAE, India and other GCC countries.
