Logistics and Shipping Courses in Bahrain: Programs, Fees and Careers
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
Logistics courses in Bahrain include free foundation programs and executive certifications, and the ones named here run online. If you are new to shipping, begin with Fundamentals of Shipping. If you already work with freight or warehouse teams, compare the International Certificate in Logistics and Transport with the International Diploma in Logistics and Transport.
At a glance
- Fundamentals of Shipping is a free self paced program; the Executive certification tracks from CILT, ASCM and IPSCMI run live online.
- Mastering Sea Port Operations names port operations professionals, terminal staff and logistics personnel in its audience.
- If you are a Bahraini job seeker, ask Tamkeen what it offers and check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
- See the fee table on this page, then send an enquiry to an advisor to confirm your choice.
Logistics and Shipping courses and fees in Bahrain (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Diploma in Logistics and Transport | 2,000 | ||
| International Certificate in Logistics and Transport | 2,000 | ||
| Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution | 3,900 | ||
| Fundamentals of IMDG | 47 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Sea Port Operations | 46 hours | 599 | |
| Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional | 1,199 | ||
| Mastering Strategic Shipping and Freight Forwarding | 48 hours | 599 | |
| Certificate in International Trading | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Ethics in Shipping | 45 hours | Free | |
| Fundamentals of Shipping | 49 hours | Free | |
| Certificate in Distribution and Transportation | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Marine Insurance & Mercantile Law | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Break Bulk Cargo Operations | 48 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering AI in Shipping and Freight Forwarding | 47 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Containerisation and Shipping | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Freight Forwarding | 48 hours | 599 | |
| Shipping & Freight Forwarding | 45 hours | 599 |
Fees come from our course catalog and can change. They do not include the exam, so ask an advisor what it costs and confirm the format before you enroll.
Logistics courses in Bahrain by level
The course list includes Foundation, Professional and Executive levels. Pick the level that matches the work you do now, not the title you want. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- Foundation: Fundamentals of Shipping lists about 49 hours of study and Mastering Ethics in Shipping about 45. Both are self paced and free.
- Professional: self paced programs with about 45 to 48 hours of study listed, such as Mastering Strategic Shipping and Freight Forwarding and Fundamentals of IMDG, each USD 599.
- Executive: live online certification tracks from CILT, ASCM and IPSCMI, from USD 1,199 to USD 3,900 for the ones named below. Ask an advisor how long they take before you plan around work.
Logistics work around Khalifa Bin Salman Port
APM Terminals Bahrain says Khalifa Bin Salman Port is the country's only general commercial port, and that it has held the concession to operate it since 2009. If your job touches that port, two programs name roles like yours.
- Mastering Sea Port Operations names port operations professionals, terminal staff, logistics personnel and maritime practitioners. The course page lists about 46 hours of study.
- Fundamentals of IMDG names shipping professionals, port and warehouse personnel, logistics practitioners and compliance teams. The course page lists about 47 hours of study.
Both cost USD 599 and are self paced.
Which course should you choose: diploma, certificate or skills program?
The CILT International Diploma in Logistics and Transport and the CILT International Certificate in Logistics and Transport both cost USD 2,000 and run live online. Compare their lists of roles against your own role.
- International Diploma in Logistics and Transport: names mid level logistics and transport professionals, supply chain executives and supervisors, freight and warehouse professionals, and transport and distribution coordinators.
- International Certificate in Logistics and Transport: names logistics coordinators, supervisors in logistics and transport, logistics professionals and freight forwarding executives.
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (ASCM, live online USD 3,900): names transportation and distribution managers and warehouse and inventory specialists.
- Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional (IPSCMI, live online USD 1,199): names import and export executives, trade compliance officers and procurement staff moving into logistics.
The Executive courses name people already working in logistics, trade or supply chain, so if you have never worked in the field, ask an advisor whether one fits your experience. A free self paced Foundation program is an alternative. If you need one named subject, such as Fundamentals of IMDG or Marine Insurance & Mercantile Law, each is a self paced program at USD 599.
What Tamkeen offers job seekers in Bahrain
Tamkeen, Bahrain's Labour Fund, offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. If you are a Bahraini job seeker or fresh graduate, contact Tamkeen and check your own eligibility for its programs.
Free Foundation programs: a way to start
Fundamentals of Shipping and Mastering Ethics in Shipping are free and self paced. Fundamentals of Shipping names logistics coordinators, shipping professionals, freight forwarding personnel and supply chain practitioners. Mastering Ethics in Shipping names shipping professionals, logistics managers, compliance personnel and operations teams.
If you want a Professional program afterward, Certificate in International Trading names export and import managers and trade operations executives, and Certificate in Distribution and Transportation names distribution and transport managers and dispatch supervisors. Each is self paced and USD 599.
Studying from Bahrain: online or in a classroom
The Executive tracks named here run live online and the Professional and Foundation programs named here are self paced, so you can start from Bahrain with no travel. If you prefer a classroom, ask an advisor about arranging a class locally, or study at a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
Questions to settle before you pay
Settle these points about your logistics course in Bahrain before you send any payment.
- Which role do you do now, and does the course page name it in its list of roles?
- Do you want live online sessions with a fixed schedule or self paced study around your shifts?
- Have you asked an advisor what the exam costs?
- Have you asked an advisor how long the Executive track takes, before you plan your week?
Three ways to study from Bahrain
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Bahrain.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Riyadh | 530/4, Fifth Floor, Al Akaria 2, Gate 8, Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +966 11 260 5558 |
IATA courses run through our Authorized Training Center in Dubai.
Related guides
- Training Courses in Bahrain
- CLTD in Bahrain
- CILT in Bahrain
- Supply Chain Courses in Bahrain
- Aviation Courses in Bahrain
Frequently asked questions
Which logistics courses can I take in Bahrain?
The programs named on this page run online from Bahrain: free self paced Foundation programs, self paced Professional programs at USD 599 and live online Executive certifications from CILT, ASCM and IPSCMI. The exam is separate from the course fee, and the table on this page shows each fee.
Is there a free logistics course in Bahrain?
Yes. Fundamentals of Shipping and Mastering Ethics in Shipping are free and self paced, with about 49 and 45 hours of study listed on the course pages.
Which course suits port and terminal work in Bahrain?
Mastering Sea Port Operations names port operations professionals and terminal staff, and Fundamentals of IMDG names port and warehouse personnel. Each is self paced at USD 599.
What does Tamkeen offer job seekers in Bahrain?
Tamkeen offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. Contact Tamkeen to check your own eligibility.
What is the difference between the CILT diploma and certificate?
Both cost USD 2,000 and run live online. The diploma names mid level professionals, supply chain executives and supervisors, while the certificate names logistics coordinators, supervisors and freight forwarding executives.
