Advanced Professional Diploma (APD) | 4 Weeks | 12 Modules
Advanced Professional Diploma in Transportation Management
Strategic, operational, and sustainable transportation leadership. 12 advanced modules covering multimodal systems, fleet optimisation, supply chain integration, transport economics, policy, and emerging technologies.
12
Core Modules
120+
Learning Units
4 Weeks
Intensive
Study Guides + Support
Programme Overview
Advance Your Career in Transportation & Logistics
This Advanced Professional Diploma is designed for managers, planners, and industry professionals seeking strategic expertise. Learning is delivered through comprehensive study guides with dedicated course team support. Assessment is via assignments and case studies – no examinations. Flexible, 100% online.
Study Guides
Detailed module guides with readings, cases, and activities
Course Team Support
Dedicated tutors and discussion forums
Assignment-Based
No exams – practical projects and reports
Advanced Curriculum – 12 Modules
Your Strategic Learning Journey
Each module includes between 5 and 19 units, covering foundational to advanced topics in transportation management.
📘 Module 1: Strategic Transportation Management
TRM 901
- 1.1 The role of transportation in global supply chains
- 1.2 Strategic vs operational decisions in transport
- 1.3 Transportation cost structures and trade-offs
- 1.4 Performance measurement: cost, service, sustainability
- 1.5 Outsourcing vs insourcing transport functions
- 1.6 Risk management in transportation networks
- 1.7 Strategic sourcing of carrier services
- 1.8 Assignment: Develop a transport strategy for a mid-sized retailer
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 2: Multimodal Transport Systems
TRM 902
- 2.1 Road freight: truckload, less-than-truckload, last mile
- 2.2 Rail transport: bulk, intermodal, unit trains
- 2.3 Air cargo: express, general freight, security protocols
- 2.4 Maritime shipping: container, breakbulk, Ro-Ro
- 2.5 Pipeline and specialised modes
- 2.6 Intermodal terminals and containerisation
- 2.7 Mode selection models and decision criteria
- 2.8 Integration challenges and solutions
- 2.9 Case study: Designing a multimodal corridor
- 2.10 Assignment: Compare cost/time of three modes for a given route
📌 10 units + assignment
📘 Module 3: Fleet and Asset Management
TRM 903
- 3.1 Fleet composition and lifecycle costing
- 3.2 Acquisition: purchase, lease, rent
- 3.3 Preventive maintenance scheduling and systems
- 3.4 Telematics, GPS tracking, and IoT in fleet
- 3.5 Driver management: recruitment, training, safety, retention
- 3.6 Fuel management and alternative fuels
- 3.7 Route optimization and vehicle scheduling
- 3.8 Asset disposal and replacement strategies
- 3.9 Assignment: Build a 3-year fleet replacement plan
📌 9 units + assignment
📘 Module 4: Logistics and Supply Chain Integration
TRM 904
- 4.1 Transportation as a link in the supply chain
- 4.2 Warehouse and inventory alignment with transport
- 4.3 Cross-docking and consolidation centres
- 4.4 Reverse logistics and return transport
- 4.5 3PL and 4PL partnerships
- 4.6 Transportation management systems (TMS)
- 4.7 Supply chain visibility and real-time tracking
- 4.8 Assignment: Design an integrated transport plan for a multi-echelon network
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 5: Transport Economics, Pricing and Costing
TRM 905
- 5.1 Microeconomic principles in transport markets
- 5.2 Cost functions: fixed, variable, joint, common costs
- 5.3 Pricing strategies (cost-plus, value-based, peak-load)
- 5.4 Rate negotiation, contracts, and tendering
- 5.5 Demand elasticity and revenue management
- 5.6 Public subsidies and cross-subsidisation
- 5.7 Auction mechanisms for transport services
- 5.8 Assignment: Perform a cost-to-serve analysis for a freight operator
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 6: Transport Policy, Regulation and Law
TRM 906
- 6.1 National transport policies and frameworks
- 6.2 Economic vs social regulation
- 6.3 Deregulation and its impacts (airlines, road, rail)
- 6.4 Safety regulations: hours of service, vehicle standards
- 6.5 Environmental regulations and emissions standards
- 6.6 Liability and insurance in freight transport
- 6.7 International conventions (CMR, Hague-Visby, etc.)
- 6.8 Public-private partnerships in infrastructure
- 6.9 Assignment: Analyze a recent transport regulation change
📌 9 units + assignment
📘 Module 7: Sustainable and Green Transportation
TRM 907
- 7.1 Carbon footprint of transport modes
- 7.2 Alternative fuels (electric, hydrogen, biofuels)
- 7.3 Eco-driving and route eco-optimization
- 7.4 Urban logistics: low-emission zones, cargo bikes
- 7.5 Intermodal shift as a sustainability strategy
- 7.6 Circular economy in transport (tyres, batteries)
- 7.7 Reporting and carbon accounting (GHG Protocol)
- 7.8 Assignment: Develop a green logistics roadmap for a courier company
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 8: Urban and Public Transport Management
TRM 908
- 8.1 Urban mobility challenges and trends
- 8.2 Bus rapid transit (BRT) and light rail systems
- 8.3 Demand-responsive transport and ride-hailing
- 8.4 Last-mile delivery innovations (lockers, drones)
- 8.5 Micromobility: e-scooters, bike-sharing
- 8.6 Integrated ticketing and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS)
- 8.7 Public transport funding and fare policies
- 8.8 Assignment: Design an urban last-mile solution for a district
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 9: International Trade and Cross-Border Transport
TRM 909
- 9.1 Incoterms and their transport implications
- 9.2 Customs procedures, documentation, and clearance
- 9.3 Freight forwarding and NVOCC operations
- 9.4 Cross-border corridors and transit agreements
- 9.5 Logistics in free trade zones
- 9.6 Security programs (CTPAT, AEO)
- 9.7 Risk in global transport: piracy, theft, delays
- 9.8 Assignment: Plan an international shipment from Lagos to Rotterdam
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 10: Technology and Innovation in Transport
TRM 910
- 10.1 Internet of Things (IoT) and smart containers
- 10.2 Blockchain for freight documentation and payments
- 10.3 Artificial Intelligence in route optimisation
- 10.4 Autonomous vehicles and platooning
- 10.5 Drones and last-mile aerial delivery
- 10.6 Digital twins of transport networks
- 10.7 Big data analytics for demand forecasting
- 10.8 Assignment: Evaluate a technology adoption case for a logistics firm
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 11: Transport Safety, Security and Risk Management
TRM 911
- 11.1 Accident causation models in transport
- 11.2 Safety management systems (ISO 39001)
- 11.3 Cargo theft prevention and supply chain security
- 11.4 Cybersecurity in connected transport systems
- 11.5 Emergency response and contingency planning
- 11.6 Insurance and risk transfer mechanisms
- 11.7 Building a safety culture in transport organizations
- 11.8 Assignment: Develop a transport security plan for a hazardous materials carrier
📌 8 units + assignment
📘 Module 12: Capstone – Strategic Transport Planning Project
TRM 912
- 12.1 Integrating all module learnings
- 12.2 Diagnosing a real transport challenge (company or region)
- 12.3 Conducting a transport audit and gap analysis
- 12.4 Designing strategic interventions (mode shift, fleet renewal, policy)
- 12.5 Financial, operational, and sustainability impact assessment
- 12.6 Stakeholder consultation and implementation roadmap
- 12.7 Final report and presentation (submitted for evaluation)
- 12.8 Peer feedback and course team review
📌 8 units + capstone assignment
Investment
Affordable Tuition – ₦100,740 Total
All inclusive: tuition + application fee. Flexible interest‑free instalments.
₦100,740
Tuition: ₦98,000 + Application Fee: ₦2,740
Pay in Parts – No Interest
5 to 10 instalments (Advanced Diploma)
Advanced Diploma tuition: Pay in 5‑10 parts of ₦9,800 – ₦19,600 each.
Application fee ₦2,740 is included in the total above.
Application fee ₦2,740 is included in the total above.
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Learning Approach
How You'll Learn – Study Guides & Assignments
Study Guides
Each module includes a detailed study guide with learning objectives, readings, case studies, discussion questions, and step-by-step activities. Accessible online 24/7.
Assignment-Based Assessment
No examinations. Progress is measured through module assignments – practical reports, case analyses, and a final capstone project. Real-world application is emphasised.
Course Team Support
Dedicated course tutors provide feedback on assignments, facilitate discussion forums, and offer Q&A sessions. You're never alone in your learning journey.
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