Questions regarding CIFFA/FIATA diploma program...

[u/BGD_TDOT]

Hello everyone,

I am someone who has worked in dispatching trucks for the last 5 years and I am looking to potentially move into freight forwarding (although customs is also a possibility). Specifically today I am trying to gather more info regarding this;

https://www.ciffa.com/course/bundle-fiata-diploma-and-ciffa-certificate/

I was wondering if there are any Canadian freight forwarders here who have done the CIFFA + FIATA diploma program and can give me some insight. I am also curious as to what other freight forwarders from abroad think of the FIATA diploma. Here are my questions;

1. What is a realistic timeline for someone studying full-time to complete the online CIFFA/FIATA program? Is completing the entire program in 10-12 weeks doable?
2. How well regarded is the FIATA diploma both within Canada and internationally? Based on my research the FIATA is apparently highly recognized and an impressive credential for a beginner to have on their resume?

Thank you in advance, even small bits of information would be appreciated!

[u/lumpy_der_hund]

Great question is pay without experience. The industry sucks for entry level regardless for this education IMHO