CIPSTamkeenStarts Aug 2, 2026

Logistics Management

Module

Duration: 25hrs
Level: 05
Language: english
Reference: L5M10

Course Overview

Logistics is the physical flow that makes the supply chain real. This elective covers the concept of logistics management, capacity planning and control across modes (road, rail, air, sea), distribution network design, and the international shipping documentation and Incoterms that govern cross-border movement.

What you'll learn

Design a distribution network that balances cost, speed, and customer service
Choose between road, rail, air, and sea freight based on weight, time, and value-density
Plan logistics capacity to absorb seasonal and unexpected demand variations
Use Incoterms correctly to allocate risk and cost in international logistics contracts

Syllabus & course details

Elective module · 6 credits · Objective Response (OR) exam · 1.5-hour duration. For procurement professionals with responsibility for logistics decisions. You'll cover the concept and scope of logistics management, capacity planning across freight modes (road, rail, air, sea), warehouse and distribution network design, the cost trade-offs between speed and economy, and the documentation and Incoterms that govern international logistics.