Transport Management Diploma Training Course

Course Description

The Transport Management Diploma course contains all the knowledge and information necessary for anyone who wishes to work in the transport industry in the UK, and even abroad. This training course contains all of the facts required to become a successful transport manager in any sector of the industry, whether freight or passenger, on land, rail, water, or in the air.

From learning about what transport management is and the skills needed to make a success of the role, to an overview of the transport infrastructure in the UK, through to understanding the challenges and trends facing the transport industry, and the transport manager’s role in health and safety, this course will guide you through all you need to know. You will receive a full and comprehensive introduction to the wider industry and will develop a good understanding of how to make a success of your career as a transport manager.

This is an online course that provides students with the unique ability to follow the curriculum in their own time and at their own pace. Most students are able to manage working full time and still complete this course in a reasonable timeframe, although there is no limit on how long students can take.

After completion of the course, you will be awarded your Transport Management Diploma certificate. This certificate can be downloaded and printed at home.

What You Will Learn

The Transport Management Diploma course has been written to provide students with a full, comprehensive overview of how to become a transport manager, and their role, and will set you on the road to a successful career in the industry.

This course will cover:

• An overview of transport management
• The skills and attributes of a successful transport manager
• The sectors that require transport management
• The ongoing challenges within the transport industry
• A guide to the UK transport infrastructure, including road, rail, water and aviation
• Bidding for the rights to operate passenger services
• Guidance on safely operating freight services nationally and internationally
• Health and safety requirements within the transport industry
• National and international transport regulations

Benefits of the Transport Management Diploma

Taking the Transport Management Diploma course offers a range of benefits to students. These include:

• The option to study from any location, whether at home or away, and at times to suit your schedule
• Studying at your own pace, with no deadlines or time limits for completing the course
• Use any internet enabled device to study, from mobile phones to tablets, to computers
• Short modules make reading and studying easy and enjoyable
• A thorough and comprehensive syllabus that helps to guarantee that you develop the knowledge necessary to facilitate work in transport management
• Earning a certified and recognised diploma
• A cost that is affordable to all.

Who can take the course?
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

What is the pass mark for the final test?
The pass mark for the test is 70%. If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

How long does it take to complete the course?
We estimate that the course will take about 12 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Course Content

• Module 1: An Introduction to Successful Transport Management
• Module 2: The UK’s Travel Infrastructure – Road and Rail
• Module 3: The UK’s Travel Infrastructure – Waterways, Ports and Airports
• Module 4: Road Freight and Transport Management
• Module 5: Passenger Road Transport and its Management
• Module 6 : Rail and Transport Management
• Module 7 : Transport Management for Ports and Inland Waters
• Module 8 : Transport Management for Airlines
• Module 9 : Trends, Challenges and Best Practice in Transport Management
• Module 10 : Transport Management and Health and Safety

Course Detail

• Course Access: Lifetime
• Exams Included: Yes
• Compatibility: All major browsers / devices