7 Online Transportation Degree Programs

Transport security is a vast area - from the safety of the basic infrastructure of ports, terminals and harbours, to the safety of the shipping company, the ship and its systems, and the crew. It is increasingly vital that all involved in the industry are aware not only of the basics of transport security, but also of the latest dangers, the regulatory issues, and the methods of dealing with risk.

This Certificate in Transport Logistics training course provides a comprehensive grounding in all aspects of freight transport, and how they fit into the broader logistics function. This essential supply chain training places the day-to-day operation of transport logistics within a global strategic framework.

The Certificate in Trade and Transport Regulation provides a theoretical and practical analysis of the various sources and principles of law that govern international trade and transport. Whether you’re a shipping industry professional with an interest in the trade of goods by sea, work in the wider logistics sector and need to understand more about the regulatory issues involved in the movement of goods, or a supplier or buyer of goods, this course will provide that underpinning knowledge needed.

This Certificate in KPIs for Ports and Terminals course explores many areas such as key issues for ports today and in the future. It also provides an understanding of balanced scorecards, strategy mapping, setting and measuring targets and objectives, all of this with lots of examples of KPIs.

This Certificate in Container Terminal Operations and Management course examines the essentials of container terminals from all angles, providing detailed knowledge and practical information for those wishing to increase or update their understanding. To understand and be part of this dynamic sector, you need a detailed knowledge of container terminals and the trends shaping their development: the drivers of container traffic growth, ever-larger ships, innovative equipment, and evolving trade routes requiring new container terminals.

This Diploma in Heavy Lift and Project Cargo Operations development course from North Kent College (NKC) in partnership with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy (LMA) is designed for personnel wishing to build comprehensive knowledge and skills in this specialised marine transport field.

The MSc in Logistics and Transport aims to prepare students for leading management positions within: the logistics companies and distributors of all kinds; transport companies and other logistics service providers and; public organizations involved in the regulation and planning of transport and logistics within regional, national and international contexts, analyst and project manager, etc.