In today's globalized world, international logistics plays a pivotal role in global commerce. It coordinates a range of logistics functions that facilitate the planning, procurement, production, movement, distribution, and strategic positioning of goods and services for international business.
However, the operating environment for international logisticians is vastly different from the familiar terrain of domestic logistics. This field presents unique challenges that require specific skills and a deep comprehension of the global trade environment.
This course provides an opportunity to understand the complex network of international logistics, where supply chain management goes beyond the transportation of goods. It highlights the importance of integrating international business activities and fostering collaboration between firms. In this context, effective management of information, finance, data, and knowledge is just as critical as the transportation of goods across international boundaries.
After finishing this course, participants will:
- Understand logistics developments: how technological advances, economic changes and market dynamics have influenced the practice of logistics, with a particular focus on the international dimension.
- Differentiate domestic logistics from international logistics: key principles of logistics in domestic contexts and the challenges introduced by international logistics.
- International Logistics and Its Role in Global Commerce: the pivotal function that international logistics plays in global commerce by managing logistics functions for international businesses in a globalized world.
- Recognize the unique challenges associated with international logistics, which demand specialized proficiencies and a deep comprehension of the complexities of the global trade environment.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the different elements that make up this industry, such as procurement, transport, customs clearance, information management, finance, data and knowledge management across borders.
- Discover the considerable economic impact of international logistics activities on worldwide commerce: how efficient international logistics can drive economic growth, improve market access and foster international trade relations.
The course is suitable for the following audience:
- Logistics managers, logistics and Supply Chain Professionals;
- Professionals engaged in international business operations, import and export managers, trade analysts, and international business consultants;
- Entrepreneurs and Business Owners ;
- Policy Analysts, professionals working in government agencies, trade associations, or policy analysis;
- Professionals in Finance and Insurance, including financial analysts and insurance underwriters;
- This course is open to anyone interested in gaining insights into the critical role played by international logistics in the globalized world and its impact on the global economy.
Our courses in London take place at the following locations :
Once you register for this course, we will subsequently send the invoice and course information, including location, trainer, and other logistics.
Pay Attention, Please! The course location is subject to availability; the course time will be precise one week before the course start date! We may change the course location if there is no availability, and we will let you know about the location change once it happens.