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Freight Broker/Agent and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Training Programs Online at UMW Dhillon, MT

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The University of Montana Western (UMW), located in Dillon, Montana, operates as a public institution within the Montana University System and is affiliated with the University of Montana. UMW holds accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with specialized accreditation for its education and business programs through the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The university prioritizes experiential education, integrating hands-on learning to deliver measurable academic outcomes and develop practical, career-ready skills.

UMW's defining feature is its Experience One (X1) model, a unique system among public, four-year institutions nationwide. Under X1, students engage in one course at a time, enabling deep immersion in their studies. This model optimizes instructional resources, with faculty focusing on small student groups and facilitating applied learning through fieldwork, labs, and community-based projects. The structure enhances problem-solving skills and operational knowledge, delivering outcomes unattainable in traditional semester schedules.

From a cost-efficiency perspective, UMW offers the lowest tuition and fees among Montana’s four-year institutions. Its participation in the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program further reduces financial barriers for out-of-state students through significant tuition discounts. This combination of affordability, focused learning, and individualized instruction ensures operational success in student retention and completion rates. Complementing its undergraduate programs, UMW also provides career training and online courses designed to enhance workforce readiness through skill development and certification, aligning with industry demands and professional advancement goals.

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Training Programs

Career Certification

  • Freight Broker/Agent Training: Learn the skills you need to be a successful freight broker or a freight agent in this fast-growing industry. This online freight broker training course provides you with detailed information about the freight broker sector of the transportation industry and about the brokerage process from start to finish.
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP): This 100% online supply chain management course will provide a holistic view of supply chain management and fully prepare you for the Certified Supply Chain Professional certification exam. You will learn how to translate the connection between the areas of planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and delivering into an integrated supply chain.
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional + Freight Broker/Agent Training: Train to become a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) in this comprehensive course bundle as you cover all facets of supply chain management and prepare for the CSCP exam. You will also prepare to enter the freight/logistics industry and learn how to start your own freight broker business or become a freight agent.
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional + Freight Broker/Agent Training with Workforce Development Kit: This all-inclusive online course will provide a complete view of supply chain management and freight broker training. In addition, you will be prepared for the Certified Supply Chain Professional exam and learn the skills needed to be a successful freight broker or agent. By course completion, you will understand the steps of setting up carrier and shipper packets and contracts, marketing and advertising avenues, rate quotes, how to interact with shippers and carriers to keep lines of communication open, and valuable negotiation skills.

 LAST UPDATED ON Dec 18, 2024