IBC Academy Extends Range of Logistics Courses by Distance Learning.

IBC Academy is expanding its range of training courses focusing on international trade and logistics. The Fundamentals of Container Terminals is a 12-week distance learning course demystifying these critical nodes of international trade.

Container terminals form a vital link in the global supply chain, enabling the flow of containerised trade around the world. Anyone working in ports, terminals, logistics, liner shipping and associated sectors will benefit from a thorough understanding of the complex layout, equipment, operations, management and commercial aspects of container terminals.

This comprehensive programme examines the essentials of container terminals from all angles, providing detailed knowledge and practical information for those wishing to increase or refresh their understanding.

All learning materials are provided online with dedicated tutorial support, helping students to:

• Understand how the container business has evolved
• Recognise the different types and characteristics of containers used in the global transportation of various products
• Analyse the characteristics and growing sizes of container ships
• Evaluate the role of container terminals in global trade
• Understand the different elements of container terminal operations and the full cycle of ship, yard and gate activities
• Appraise some of the key Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) issues in container terminals and how they are managed
• Gain an understanding of the economics and commercial aspects of container terminal operations

It complements the other distance learning courses in IBC Academy’s trade and logistics portfolio, from introductory courses to Diplomas, covering such areas as:

Container Shipping
Transport Logistics
Port Management
Terminal Management
Logistics Management
KPIs for Ports & Terminals
Exploration & Production Logistics
Port & Terminal Security

For more information about any of these essential courses, visit www.ibc-academy.com/distancelearning.

The development of these programmes has been overseen by Christopher Atwell, the director of education and training at IBC Academy, and has involved some of the most experienced and well-respected experts in the field.