Syllabus Of TM-
1. Introduction to Transport Management:
- Definition and scope of transport management
- Importance of transport in supply chain and logistics
- Historical perspective and evolution of transport management
2. Transportation Modes:
- Road transport
- Rail transport
- Air transport
- Maritime transport
- Inland waterway transport
- Pipeline transport
- Intermodal transportation
3. Transport Infrastructure:
- Ports and terminals
- Airports
- Railways and tracks
- Roads and highways
- Bridges and tunnels
4. Transport Planning and Design:
- Route planning
- Capacity planning
- Vehicle selection
- Network design
- Traffic management
5. Transportation Economics:
- Cost structures in transportation
- Pricing strategies
- Tariffs and rates
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Public vs. private transportation
6. Logistics and Supply Chain Management:
- Integration of transport into supply chain
- Inventory management
- Warehousing and distribution
- E-commerce and last-mile delivery
7. Regulatory Framework:
- Transport regulations and policies
- Safety regulations
- Environmental regulations
- International trade and transportation regulations
8. Technology in Transport Management:
- GPS and tracking systems
- Telematics
- Transportation management software
- Autonomous vehicles and drones
- IoT applications in transport
9. Environmental and Sustainability Issues:
- Environmental impacts of transportation
- Sustainable transportation practices
- Green logistics
- Energy-efficient transport solutions
10. Case Studies and Industry Trends:
- Real-world examples of transport management challenges
- Emerging trends in the transportation industry
- Best practices and success stories
11. Risk Management and Security:
- Risk assessment and mitigation in transportation
- Cargo security
- Emergency response and crisis management
12. International Transport and Trade:
- Cross-border logistics
- Customs and trade compliance
- International trade agreements and organizations