Road Freight Transport

Acquire the tools and skills to manage freight transport, optimize logistics costs, and select the most suitable carrier for your business needs.

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11/09/2026

START DATE

8 hours

COURSE DURATION

9 – 6

HOURS

04/09/2026

REGISTRATION BY

Hybrid

IN THE CLASSROOM AT VIA JAN PALACH, 55, MODENA | REMOTELY ON MICROSOFT TEAMS

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Funding

Courses fundable through Interprofessional Funds

The course can be funded through Funds: please let us know during registration or contact us.

Promotion

−10% on multiple registrations

Applicable for two or more participants from the same company for the same course

Courses are confirmed only upon reaching the minimum number of participants.

Each course adopts the Learning by Doing method, which prioritizes learning through practice.

Who is it for?

For those managing transport and logistics processes

Supply Chain Managers
Logistics Managers
Traffic Managers
Import/Export Managers

Prerequisites

There are no necessary prerequisites.

What you will learn

Tools for managing and optimizing freight transport

You will be able to evaluate logistics and transport costs
You will be able to use Incoterms correctly
You will be able to distinguish between different transport modes
You will be able to choose the most appropriate carrier
You will be able to manage transport documentation and regulatory aspects
You will be able to evaluate contracts and rates related to transport services

Program

Operational and strategic management of freight transport

Module 1 Introduction to freight transport

Definition of freight transport and its role within the supply chain and logistics processes.

Module 2 Logistics costs and transport costs

Analysis of main cost components and evaluation of the economic impact of transport activities.

Module 3 Incoterms and delivery terms

In-depth look at the main delivery terms and evaluation of responsibilities, costs, and risks between sender and recipient.

Module 4 Transport modes and unimodal transport

Comparison between road, rail, sea, and air transport, focusing on the characteristics of different transport models.

Module 5 Road transport and load units

Analysis of road transport vehicle types, their technical characteristics, and the main load and transport units.

Module 6 Transport documentation and regulations

In-depth study of travel documentation, regulatory aspects, and elements necessary for proper shipment management.

Module 7 Vehicle ownership, contracts, and rates

Analysis of the differences between private and third-party transport, groupage and dedicated transport, focusing on contracts and rates.

Module 8 Exercises and operational simulations

Practical application of concepts through learning-by-doing activities, simulations, and real-world transport management examples.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Does the course also cover Incoterms?

Yes, the program provides an in-depth look at delivery terms and the distribution of costs and risks between parties.

Are different transport modes analyzed?

Yes, the course compares road, rail, sea, and air transport.

Does it cover contracts and rates?

Yes, the program addresses contractual aspects, transport models, and rating systems.

Are practical exercises included?

Yes, the course includes simulations and applied exercises.

Request information

Do you want to optimize your transport management?

Contact us to receive the full course syllabus and discover how to reduce logistics costs and improve freight transport management.

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Road Freight Transport

11/09/2026

8 hours

9 – 6

04/09/2026

Hybrid

Funding

Courses fundable through Interprofessional Funds

Promotion

−10% on multiple registrations

For those managing transport and logistics processes

Prerequisites

Tools for managing and optimizing freight transport

Operational and strategic management of freight transport

FAQ

Do you want to optimize your transport management?

Learn more about logistics, suppliers, and supply chain management

Logistics Check-up

Negotiation – Collaborative Bargaining

Logistics Network

Negotiation Techniques

Expediting and Prevention Techniques

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