Global Supply Chain Management - Online (NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional™ Exam Prep)

This completely online and self-paced course reviews knowledge for the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional™ exam. It provides a comprehensive preparation including an in-depth review of knowledge areas, exam taking tips, module quizzes, and a full-length 200-question Practice Exam covering the CGBP™ areas of knowledge.

The course provides an overview of essential skills for managing supply-chain logistics in an international business context. It covers practical applications of supply-chain management including: transportation modes; taxes, duties and quotas; trade agreements; packaging requirements; use of intermediaries; documentation requirements; legal and regulatory requirements; insurance; trade conventions; and the offshore procurement process.

This is an online self study course that can be globally accessed 24/7 from any internet enabled computer. The completion window for 91 days. Certificates with earned credits will be awarded for successful completion.

Available TodayOnlineUSD$300
Instructional Method:
Self-Study
Level: Intermediate

CEU CREDITS
4
This course is designed for adult learners interested in preparing to take the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional™ exam.
Students will be able to:
  • Optimize supply chain solutions to meet the requirements of the international business plan including evaluation of all modes of transportation, inventory, time to market, landed costs, and customer requirements.
  • Evaluate and select the potential intermediaries (e.g., carriers – all modes, 3PL’s, forwarders, brokers, contract carriers) necessary to support the international business plan (including evaluation of outsourcing alternatives and/or partners).
  • Complete the documents required for international movement of product and services.
  • Coordinate with other departments to calculate the true cost, benefits, and risks of proposed transactions in order to implement risk management policies.
  • Facilitate the offshore procurement process.
It is helpful for learners to have some knowledge of international trade management. You should download the Study and Review Guide found at the NASBITE CGBP™ site. (http://www.nasbitecgbp.org/goto/learningresources/)
Duration
Average completion time = 40 hours
Supply Chain Solutions
Topics covered include:
  • Introduction to International Transportation
  • Air Freight
  • Ocean Freight
  • Ground Transportation
  • Road/Truck Tranportation
  • Multi-Modal Transportation
  • Free Trade Agreements
  • Bilateral and Multilateral Trade Agreements
  • Free Trade Zones
  • Duties, Taxes, and Quotas
  • Calculating Duty Rates
  • Product Classification Regimes
  • Schedule B Classification
  • Security Issues
  • Container Security Initiative (CSI)
  • Known Shipper Program
  • ISPM 15
  • Non-Regulatory Packing Requirements
  • Demurrage
  • Resources for Optimizing Supply Chain Solutions

Logistics
Topics covered include:
  • Transportation Modes and Methods
  • Third Party Logistics Providers (3PL)
  • Freight Forwarders
  • Customs Brokers
  • Clearing Customs
  • Power of Attorney
  • Intermediary Databases and Resources
  • Resources for Intermediary Selection

Documentation
Topics covered include:
  • Export and Import Documents
  • U.S. Export Regulations
  • Import Regulations - Into the U.S
  • Imoprt Regulations - Into Other Countries
  • INCOTERMS
  • Export Licensing
  • Foreign Language Documentation
  • Document Technology
  • US Government Online Document Services
  • Offshore Documentary Requirements
  • Country of Origin Determination
  • Preferential and Non-Preferential Rules of Origin

Insurance
Topics covered include:
  • Marine Insurance
  • Different Types of Cargo Policies
  • Restrictive Laws
  • Transportation Options and Documents
  • International Conventions
  • Packing for Cargo Protection
  • Insurance Companies and Brokers

The Procurement Process
Topics covered include:
  • Advantages of Global Sourcing
  • Cultural Differences
  • Cultural Considerations Affecting Relationships
  • Impact of Trade Agreements
  • Terms and Conditions of Purchase or Sale
  • International Standards and Certifications
  • Quality Standards
  • Other International Standards
  • CE Mark
  • Calculation of Landed Costs
  • U.S. Customs Compliance

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