Hps2314:Clearing And Forwading Question Paper
Hps2314:Clearing And Forwading
Course:Bachelor Of Supplies Management
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2013
QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
a) Define the term freight forwarders. (5 Marks) b) Identify and explain five tasks of a freight forwarder. (10 Marks) c) Highlight the key issues arising in international convections with regard to; i. Carriage of goods by sea. (5 Marks) ii. Carriage of goods by air. (5 Marks) d) Explain elements within an internal environment. (5 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
a) Briefly describe the legal and functional context and source of the following documents in international trade. i. Bank documents (5 Marks) ii. Air freight documents. (5 Marks) iii. Sea freight documents. (5 Marks) b) Identify and explain five key factors to be considered during warehousing. (5 Marks)
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
c) Briefly explain the roles played by ICAO / ATA in international air cargo transport. (10 Marks) d) Describe and explain five forms of sea transport. (10 Marks)
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QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
a) Assume you have been appointed in a position of a freight forwarder by a newly established business enterprise that deals with important products. Explain how you would go about clearing of imported goods. (12 Marks) b) Explain how a warehouse manager would effectively handle dangerous goods in an organization. (8 Marks)
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