International Business Logistics

Aims of the course

The purpose of the course is to equip students with a lot of useful knowledge and practical tools that they will need in their future work in the global logistics industry.

Course syllabus

1. Global logistics industry and world trends
2. Who's who in global logistics - the role and importance of stakeholders in global networks
3. Ports, shipping companies and shipping agents
4. Airports, airlines and airline agents
5. Road transport operators, railways, railway operators
6. Logistics companies, 3PL and 4PL providers
7. Documents in international logistics, Incoterms clauses, insurance, customs and tax legislation
8. Digital transformation of international freight transport
9. Real-life vignettes and case studies

Course director(s)