Source document: https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/1698147269660.pdf (Mauritius)
MAURITIUS QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY NATIONAL CERTIFICATE LEVEL 4 IN SHIPPING AND FREIGHT FORWARDING NATIONAL CERTIFICATE LEVEL 4 IN SHIPPING & FREIGHT FORWARDING 1.

Level: 2.

Credits: 4 117 3. Review Date: June 2026 4.


Access to qualification 4.1 Entry Information School Certificate or An alternative qualification at Level 3 of the NQF 4.2 Recognition of Prior Learning [RPL] Potential candidates holding a qualification at NQF Level 3 and at least 3 years of working experience in the relevant field may access this qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

4.3 Award of Qualification Requirements Unit No.
Unit Standard Title LEGISLATION Level Credit 1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Prevention of Corruption Act and the Data Protection Act INCOTERMS 2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of incoterms INTERNATIONAL TRADE 3 4 5 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of International Trade Demonstrate and apply knowledge of parties involved in International Trade CARRIERS AND FREIGHT FORWARDING Demonstrate and apply knowledge of carriers and freight forwarders 6 Handle Dangerous/Hazardous Cargo 7 8 9 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Port Vessel Operations Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Airport/Traffic control and documentation Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Trade Documents and bill of lading 10 Load and discharge cargo and stores 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 1 3 4 3 6 4 4 4 4 IMPORT AND EXPORT PROCESSES 11 12 13 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Air Freight import and export process Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Sea Freight import and export process Demonstrate knowledge of mode of payment and fund transfer 14 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of cargo insurance 15 16 Apply customer care techniques and handle complaints in the logistics field Demonstrate knowledge of Trade Net and IT Communications 17 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of Bill of Entry SITE VISITS TO PORT AND AIRPORT 18 19 Demonstrate understanding of Port operational activities through site visit Demonstrate understanding of Airport operational activities through site visit CARGO COMMUNITY SYSTEM 20 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Cargo Community System GENERAL SKILLS 21 Read, write and converse effectively 22 Perform calculations for the workplace 23 Follow safe practices at the workplace 24 Apply ethics pledge within his/her workplace 25 Demonstrate understanding and use of information technology 26 Demonstrate team building skills 27 Demonstrate entrepreneurial competence 28 Demonstrate knowledge of green technology Total Credits 117 5.
Purpose This qualification is intended for people wishing to pursue a career in the field of shipping and freight forwarding.
The qualification would enable learners to acquire skills and knowledge in international freight forwarding, transport service options and limitations, insurance needs, selecting, costing and recommending an international transport service and route, processing relevant documentation required for air or sea movement of freight, and managing a claim or loss for a consignment, to operate in the industry with little or no supervision.

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