Logistics Courses in Qatar: Shipping and Freight Programs, Fees and Careers
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
Logistics courses in Qatar can be taken online: the executive courses below run live online and the professional programs are self paced. If you want a formal credential, look at the International Diploma in Logistics and Transport at USD 2,000, live online. If you work in ports, look at Mastering Sea Port Operations at USD 599, self paced, with about 46 hours of study listed.
At a glance
- The Executive level courses cost USD 1,199 to USD 3,900 and run live online.
- The Professional programs listed here are self paced at USD 599, and Fundamentals of Shipping and Mastering Ethics in Shipping are free.
- If you are Qatari, ask your employer whether a logistics course can fit the training it gives Qatari staff.
- Ask an advisor about a class in Qatar, or study online.
Logistics and Shipping courses and fees in Qatar (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution | 3,900 | ||
| International Diploma in Logistics and Transport | 2,000 | ||
| International Certificate in Logistics and Transport | 2,000 | ||
| 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.
Certificate path or a shorter skills program?
Take the certificate path if you want an Executive level credential from CILT, ASCM or IPSCMI, taught live online. Take a self paced program if you want to set your own study hours.
- CILT. The International Diploma in Logistics and Transport and the International Certificate in Logistics and Transport are each USD 2,000, Executive level, live online.
- ASCM. The Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution is USD 3,900, Executive level, live online, and suits transportation and distribution managers and warehouse and inventory specialists.
- IPSCMI. The Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional is USD 1,199, Executive level, live online, for freight forwarding professionals and trade compliance officers.
- Self paced programs. Fundamentals of IMDG (about 47 hours of study), Mastering Sea Port Operations (about 46 hours) and Mastering Strategic Shipping and Freight Forwarding (about 48 hours) are Professional level, self paced, USD 599 each.
The ASCM credential costs nearly twice the two Executive level CILT credentials. If you are a logistics coordinator, the International Certificate in Logistics and Transport suits coordinators and supervisors.
Which course fits port work in Qatar?
If you work in port operations in Qatar, Mastering Sea Port Operations is the first course to check. It suits terminal staff, port operations professionals and maritime practitioners.
QTerminals was formed to manage operations at Hamad Port as an independent company, owned 51 percent by Mwani Qatar and 49 percent by Milaha, according to Qatar Tribune in 2016. If you work in or around port operations, these two courses cover different roles. Fundamentals of IMDG suits port and warehouse personnel and compliance teams. Marine Insurance & Mercantile Law suits shipping professionals, insurance professionals and legal advisors. Each is self paced and USD 599; the course pages list about 47 and about 45 hours of study.
Which course suits which role?
Choose by the work you do now. The roles come from the course pages.
- New to logistics. Start with Fundamentals of Shipping, which is free, with about 49 hours of study. It suits logistics coordinators and freight forwarding personnel.
- Compliance or operations team member. Mastering Ethics in Shipping is free, with about 45 hours of study.
- Import and export manager. The Certificate in International Trading is a CILT certificate, self paced, USD 599.
- Distribution, fleet or dispatch. The Certificate in Distribution and Transportation is a CILT certificate, self paced, USD 599.
- Supply chain or procurement professional moving into logistics. The Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional is the closest match.
What does Qatarisation mean for your training plan?
If you are Qatari, ask your employer whether a logistics course can fit the training it gives Qatari staff. If you are an employer, you can send a corporate enquiry for a team.
Qatar Law No. 12 of 2024 requires private sector employers to give priority to Qatari nationals and children of Qatari women, and to hire expatriates only when no suitable candidate from that group is available. The same law has employers notify vacancies and train Qatari staff. In September 2026 the Minister of Labour chaired the first consultative session on the Private Sector Nationalisation Plan, so check with your own HR team for the current position.
Should you start with a free logistics course?
If you are new to logistics, yes. Fundamentals of Shipping and Mastering Ethics in Shipping are both free, Foundation level and self paced.
Fundamentals of Shipping suits logistics coordinators, shipping professionals, freight forwarding personnel and supply chain practitioners. Mastering Ethics in Shipping suits shipping professionals, logistics managers, compliance personnel and operations teams.
Getting started in Qatar
These steps take you from your role to a course page and an advisor.
- Note your current role and pick the matching course above.
- Open that course page and check the level, the listed hours and the USD fee.
- If you are new to logistics, enroll in the free Fundamentals of Shipping first.
- The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- Send an enquiry and ask about a class in Qatar.
Three ways to study from Qatar
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Qatar.
- 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 Qatar
- CLTD in Qatar
- CILT in Qatar
- Supply Chain Courses in Qatar
- Aviation Courses in Qatar
Frequently asked questions
Which logistics course in Qatar suits a beginner?
Fundamentals of Shipping is free and self paced, and the course page lists about 49 hours of study. It suits logistics coordinators and freight forwarding personnel starting out.
How much do logistics courses in Qatar cost?
Fundamentals of Shipping and Mastering Ethics in Shipping are free and self paced. The self paced Professional courses are USD 599. Live online, the IPSCMI freight forwarding credential is USD 1,199, the two Executive level CILT credentials are USD 2,000 each and the ASCM credential is USD 3,900.
Can I study logistics in Qatar online?
Yes. The executive courses listed here run live online and the Professional courses listed are self paced. You can also ask an advisor about arranging a class in Qatar.
What is the difference between CILT and ASCM credentials?
CILT and ASCM are different awarding bodies. The CILT credentials here include the International Diploma, International Certificate, Certificate in International Trading and Certificate in Distribution and Transportation. The ASCM credential is Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution.
Is the exam included in the course fee in Qatar?
No. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
