Global Logistics Education and Training

Learn to work with global logistics systems
By Terri Deno A global logistics company works with manufacturers throughout the country and also the world to provide the best solutions for trucking, air, and ocean freighting. Global transport logistics works with the supply chain to get products from the factory to the warehouse and finally to consumers. Global logistics companies need to work with the latest transportation technology as well as having good management skills to organize logistics services.
 

Those who work for global transportation logistics companies will have to learn how to assess risk, manage multiple types of employees, and keep ahead of the latest changes in the industry. Global logistics education and training can come from:

1. Seminars hosted by global logistics services experts.

2. Attend training courses to learn about many topics related to global logistics.

3. Earning a certificate through an accredited program.

Attend seminars to learn about the latest trends in global logistics firms

Because global logistics covers a wide range of topics, there are many seminars each year that can be specific to one type of transportation system, or sessions that cover a topic affecting overall function on global logistics systems. These seminars are often hosted by global logistics associations and organizations.
Try: Global Logistics has many seminar listings relative to the industry, including a seminar hosted by APICS that will cover the topics of green supply chains in global logistics. The U.S. Commercial Service is another source of global logistics seminars covering tax, shipping, and other international issues.

Take training courses to learn how to work with global logistics management

Companies with expertise in global logistics can provide training courses for those who want to explore different areas of this field. Common topics for global logistics training courses are industry basics, customer development, and supply chain management. These courses are available in person or online and only take a few hours to a few days to complete.
Try: Rasmussen & Simonsen International provides three courses that range in topics from fundamentals of the industry to advanced sales techniques for all positions at global logistics firms. California State University offers a program that teaches all aspects of global logistics and management.

Study for certification in international logistics

While not all positions with a global logistics firm will require certification in global logistics, it is an asset to those who want to work as managers in this field.
Try: The American Society of Transportation and Logistics provides certification in supply chain management, transportation and logistics, and logistics professional. The International Society of Logistics also provides certificate programs for logisticians.

• Those looking to work with international transportation logistics companies should also seek additional training in topics such as international logistics, trade law, and customs issues.