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Course Code: GES703
Learn about the job duties, qualities, and skills of an effective freight broker and a freight broker agent.
Discover the steps needed to launch a business and set up an office.
Evaluate business goals and mission statements.
Examine the kinds of documents that are sent to shippers and carriers.
Learn about the forms, logs, and broker software that work best for business and how to avoid or manage day-to-day problems that freight brokers face.
Differentiate between the types of freight and the types of niche markets available.
Learn about the transportation laws that will affect you as a broker or agent, and why they are important to operations.
Discover how contracts help protect brokers and carriers.
Examine the various components of an effective broker-shipper agreement.
Learn about the insurance policies and forms that are essential to carriers and brokers.
Examine the different processes and records encountered as a freight broker.
Learn how to estimate your rate quotes by plugging in the relevant information.
Explore some common situations from a carrier's point of view.
Learn about sales techniques and results as part of sales success.
Learn about marketing efforts that will be beneficial for business.
Develop your negotiation skills so that you'll be prepared for real sales calls.
Jan Roach entered the transportation field and became a partner in a freight brokerage operation in 1995. For over 10 years, she ran a brokerage/freight agency, overseeing sales, marketing, accounting and claims, and day-to-day operations. Roach holds a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University and has provided training for the freight industry since 2001.
Jeff Roach has been in the transportation and freight brokerage industry since 1986. He founded operating his own freight brokerage in 1995, after working as the vice president of national accounts for a major truckload carrier with an air freight division. He grew his brokerage into a multimillion-dollar business and began developing freight broker courses in 2001. Roach is a graduate of Abilene Christian University, holding a Bachelor of Science.
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There are no prerequisites to take this course. However since this course focuses solely on U.S. domestic freight brokering, it is recommended you are interested in doing business in the United States.
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The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
A freight broker arranges and makes provision for the transportation of shipments, but he or she doesn't actually provide the transportation. They help 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.
The freight broker works within the company to manage the day-to-day tasks required to move goods from place to place. They hire carriers and monitor financial aspects such as invoicing, paying agents, and monitoring credit. The government may require additional fees and paperwork for a brokerage license, but not for becoming a freight agent.
You will need to gain some industry knowledge either with a freight broker or freight broker agent and/or through an in-depth training that not only teaches the industry but also how to set up and market yourself as a freight broker. After you gain industry knowledge, you will need to obtain a freight broker license.
Freight brokerage companies act as a liaison between a "shipper," or a business with goods to move, and a "carrier," or the business that has the ability to move those goods. They help the shipping industry run efficiently and smoothly.
You will need to gain some industry knowledge either with a freight broker or freight broker agent and/or through an in-depth training that not only teaches the industry but also how to set up and market yourself as a freight broker. After you gain industry knowledge, you will need to obtain a freight broker license.
It does not take long to set up your business as freight broker. The longer time is actually building up your business. As with almost any new startup business, it'll take time to build your client database before your income starts to increase. When you're just starting out, it can take an average of three to six months or longer to establish relationships and start building your client database.
This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.
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This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.
This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.
You may be assigned with an instructor or team of industry experts for one-on-one course interaction. Your support will be available (via email) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our instructors are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach. You will be assigned to an Advisor for academic support.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.
The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact your Student Advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.
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This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.
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