CAR683 — Freight Broker
Freight Broker/Agent Training - 180 hours, 6 months to complete.This course is for a service-based industry that connects shippers and manufacturers with transportation companies and manages those shipments.A freight broker arranges and makes provision for the transportation of shipments, but doesn't actually provide the transportation. They assist the shipper and the motor carrier company, negotiate on both sides, and earn a fee for their work. Freight brokers use their expertise to set up the shipment, negotiate the terms of the transaction, and manage the shipment from its origin to its destination. Entrepreneur magazine has rated the freight brokerage business as one of the top home-based businesses to own.The objective is to:* Learn the basics of freight brokering, setting up your business & office with goals and developing a corporate identity.* How to use the documents and operations software common to the industry.* All about transportation law, insurance, and agreements and contracts.* Explore carrier relations and solutions for success.* How to set up and run your business, including record keeping, determining quotes, and negotiation and marketing techniques.