Students whom become part of the exciting trucking, freight logistics, and transportation industries as a licensed freight broker, or as a freight broker agent. Students will learn the "how-to's" of building up a freight brokerage or agency. From licensing to operations, to sales and marketing, students learn the basics of how to run a freight brokerage or agency. This course arms graduates with the information needed to succeed in the freight brokerage business, and can help lead to a rewarding career in this field.
Upon registering, you are given an initial six months to complete the program. Should you need more time, you may request a 6-month extension at no additional charge.
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FEATURES
This nationally recognized Freight Broker Training Course teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as a Freight - Load Broker Agent. Tutorials and projects will teach the student the practical application of Freight Broker skills. This Freight-Load Broker Training Course is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.
"When I thought of an online course my first thought was that it will never be as good as a live class, until I decided to become a freight broker. I looked through a lot of online courses and thought this one was worth the price.
I finally took the Gatlin Freight Broker course and since then, I couldn't have picked a better way to invest my money. It's not only the course itself, but Jeff Roach is also the best instructor that I've had.
The way he teaches is incredible. There is no way that the material can not be understood. It is like having a live class in your home. The course covers every detail and I've never had a doubt or question after each module. The narrative learning course is fantastic, and my favorite part is the fact that I only have to listen. I highly recommend the course for those who want to understand the Freight Broker Industry."
J.V. Spring 2007
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TOPIC HIGHLIGHTS
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CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
A 70% or better must be achieved in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.
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COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the Freight Broker/Freight Agent Training Program, the students will:
- Learn the process of Freight Brokering from start to finish.
- Learn the tools needed to be successful as a Freight Broker or Freight Agent.
- Learn the basics of day-to-day operations inside of a Brokerage/Agency.
- Learn techniques such as prospecting, sales/marketing, rating, and negotiations.
- Learn how to manage the shipment from origin to destination.
- Gain valuable industry resources.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
There are no specific prerequisites for this program. Students will work their way through the steps from start to finish of the freight brokering process, and learn the day- to- day workings inside of a brokerage/agency.
PC REQUIREMENTS
This course is compatible with the Windows Vista operating system.
This course can be taken on either a Mac or a PC.
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Jeff Roach graduated with a BS from Abilene Christian University in 1986 and has been in the transportation/freight brokerage industry ever since. He first worked as a traffic manager. He then went to work for a major less-than-truckload carrier, whose philosophy was that you needed to experience every phase of the job before achieving a management position. He started out working nights on the freight docks, supervising the loading and unloading of shipments. He then worked as an inside account sales representative, and was soon promoted to outside sales for national accounts. He then obtained a position with a major truckload carrier with an air freight division, where he was the Vice-President of National Accounts. In 1995 he began operating his own freight brokerage, which he grew into a multi-million dollar business. He began developing freight broker/agent courses in 2001.
Jan Roach graduated with BS from Baylor University in 1982. She entered the transportation field in 1995 when she became a partner in a freight brokerage operation. She has over 10 years of experience in running a brokerage/agency including sales, marketing, accounting/claims, and day-to-day operations inside of a brokerage. She has also provided training in the industry since 2001.
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1. How do I register for a Gatlin online course?
Gatlin does not offer courses directly to the public. It offers courses through
George Mason University and other colleges and universities. Please contact our office at 703-993-2113 or
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or to register for a course.
2. How much do Gatlin online courses cost?
To view the prices for all Gatlin courses that are offered by George Mason
University, please click here.
3. Why do I have to take Gatlin courses through a participating school?
That is the only way Gatlin Education Services offers its courses. They do not deal
directly with the public.
4. Do I have to travel to register for or to attend a Gatlin online course?
All Gatlin courses are delivered entirely online, so you do not have to go to a
class or travel to a school. Please contact our office at 703-993-2113 or
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or to register for a course.
5. How long does it take to complete a Gatlin course?
All of our Gatlin courses are asynchronous. You can start and finish the course at
your own pace. Most courses are designed to be completed within 180 days. You may request an extension if you think
you will need more time to complete a course. Please contact us at 703-993-2113 or
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questions or if you would like to register for a course.
6. Do I have to buy additional materials?
Please refer to the green Included Materials box located on the upper right hand side of this page. If materials are included in this course, they will be shipped by Gatlin to you via UPS ground service after you have registered for a course.
7. Can I get financial aid for Gatlin courses?
George Mason University offers financial assistance through the Sallie Mae Training
Loan Program for qualifying students. Call 703-993-2113 for more information. GES also provides a loan opportunity
for students (www.collegeloanapplication.com).
8. What happens when I complete the course?
If you obtain a final passing grade of 70% or greater in a course, we will award you
a George Mason University certificate of completion.
9. Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired up with a George Mason University, OCPE, Gatlin facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (by e-mail or by telephone) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.
10. What are the system requirements in order to take an online course?
Please see the "PC requirements" section listed for individual courses.
11. When can I start the course?
You can register for a course at any time.
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