Description

Course Name: Certified Freight Audit & Contract Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/TL/CFACP/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Freight Audit & Contract Professional course is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge to manage freight auditing, logistics contracts, and transportation cost optimization effectively. Participants learn to analyze freight invoices, identify discrepancies, implement cost-control measures, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Freight Management: Overview of freight and logistics operations, Types of freight and transportation modes, Key roles and responsibilities of a freight manager, Freight cost components and pricing models, Introduction to freight contracts and agreements, Regulatory and compliance considerations,

Module 2: Freight Audit Principles: Importance of freight auditing, Freight invoice verification and validation, Identifying discrepancies and billing errors, Cost allocation and recovery processes, Audit tools and software, Reporting and documentation standards,

Module 3: Contract Management in Logistics: Contract types and structures in transportation, Negotiation techniques for freight contracts, Terms and conditions management, Risk management in contract agreements, Performance monitoring and compliance, Renewal and renegotiation strategies,

Module 4: Transportation Cost Analysis: Freight cost benchmarking and analysis, Carrier performance evaluation, Route optimization and cost reduction strategies, Budgeting and forecasting for freight expenses, KPI measurement and reporting, Total landed cost calculation,

Module 5: Technology and Automation in Freight Management: Freight audit software and platforms, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Automated invoice processing, Data analytics for freight optimization, Real-time tracking and reporting, Emerging technologies in freight and logistics,

Module 6: Strategic Freight Management & Advisory: Developing freight management policies and SOPs, Strategic sourcing and carrier selection, Risk mitigation and contingency planning, Supplier and stakeholder coordination, Continuous improvement and process optimization, Advisory and consultancy skills for freight operations,

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.