COURSE INFORMATION 

Global Maritime Legal Solutions (GMLS) delivers a comprehensive Supply Chain and Freight Forwarding learning programme designed to meet the occupational outcomes of a Supply Chain Practitioner at NQF Level 5. This qualification prepares learners for operational and supervisory roles within the supply chain and logistics sector, with a focus on freight forwarding, multimodal transport, compliance, and international trade processes.

GMLS has successfully facilitated training for hundreds of learners since 2012, equipping them with practical, job-relevant skills through online and blended learning environments.

COURSE MODULES

The programme is aligned with the occupational requirements of the South African supply chain and logistics industry. It covers the following key modules and areas of competence:

1. Introduction to Freight Forwarding & Supply Chain Principles
   Understand the roles, responsibilities, and core functions within the supply chain environment.

2. Sea Transport Operations
   Gain knowledge of shipping practices, port operations, documentation, and international shipping conventions.

3. Maritime Containers & Cargo Handling
   Learn about container types, handling methods, stowage planning, and container tracking systems.

4. Multimodal Transport & Route Planning
   Explore the coordination of multiple modes of transport, including intermodal logistics and routing strategies.

5. Air Freight Operations
   Understand air cargo procedures, air waybills, packaging standards, and airline partnerships.

6. Road Freight & Local Distribution
   Learn about vehicle selection, route optimization, and compliance within domestic logistics.

7. Rail Transport & Bulk Freight Handling
   Cover the role of rail in long-haul freight movement, cost factors, and integration with other transport modes.

8. Inland Waterway and National Freight Transport
   Understand the use of navigable rivers and inland transport methods in moving freight.

9. Customs Compliance & Border Procedures
   Master customs declarations, tariff codes, clearance procedures, and SARS regulations.

10. Logistics Operations Management
    Gain insights into inventory, warehousing, order processing, procurement, and reverse logistics.

11. Freight Insurance & Risk Management
    Understand the importance of cargo insurance, liability coverage, and risk mitigation in transport.

12. Handling of Dangerous Goods
    Learn about the classification, documentation, packaging, and handling of hazardous materials.

13. Supply Chain Safety and Security
    Address topics like cargo theft prevention, supply chain disruptions, and international security protocols.

14. ICT in Supply Chain & Freight Forwarding
    Apply systems such as Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), cargo tracking, and logistics software

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LEARNING DELIVERY & RESOURCES

• Training is delivered through the GMLS Online Learner Management System (LMS), offering flexible access to materials, assessments, and facilitator support.

• Modules may be integrated for streamlined learning.

• Assessments are aligned to NQF Level 5 cognitive and practical demands, with workplace application in mind.

• Completion of the programme supports career progression into supervisory or specialist supply chain roles.

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TARGET AUDIENCE

This programme is ideal for:

• Aspiring supply chain professionals

• Freight forwarding and logistics staff

• Import/export coordinators

• Compliance officers in trade and customs

• Professionals seeking a formal NQF-aligned qualification in logistics

 

 

DELIVERY METHODOLOGY & CRITERIA 

 

We prefer to use Face-to-Face delivery, along with blended electronic delivery.

GMLSe presents the Online virtual classroom (Learning Management System), through its easy-to-use interface you will have access to a diverse variety of course content formats, including interactive video lectures, module notes, practice quizzes, Podcasts, assignment briefs, and additional web resources, E-Modules, as well as Live interactive Webinars.

On the Online Learner Management System (LMS), learners will be able to ask questions and interact with fellow students as well as Field Expert Trainers.

If you are experiencing any technical issues or need advice, your personal Success Advisors, will be there to assist and guide you through out your course.

Upon receipt of your signed acceptance of this proposal, GMLSe will issue you with an Invoice for the full price of all the Courses, which will be immediately due and payable before participants can be enrolled.