Certified Transportation Broker (CTB)
Transportation Intermediaries Association
The CTB Online Study Course is TIA’s premier, self-paced credential program for freight brokers who want a deep, end-to-end understanding of brokerage operations, business principles, regulations, ethics, and pricing in today’s market. By completing all three sections and passing the CTB exam, learners demonstrate mastery of core brokerage knowledge and earn the CTB designation recognized across the transportation industry
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
Not specified
Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeApply freight pricing strategies and cost analysis methods using current market data and industry benchmarks.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret federal transportation regulations governing freight brokerage to ensure compliance in brokerage operations.Developing
- KnowledgeApply carrier selection and qualification procedures following industry best practices and safety standards.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate negotiation techniques for freight rates and service terms with carriers and shippers in simulated scenarios.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze transportation market conditions and capacity trends to inform pricing and service decisions.Developing
- MindsetCommit to ethical business practices in freight brokerage when engaging with carriers, shippers, and industry stakeholders.Developing
- KnowledgeApply risk management strategies for freight claims and liability following industry standards and insurance requirements.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate customer service protocols for handling shipment issues in transportation brokerage settings.Developing
- KnowledgeApply business development principles to establish brokerage services within the transportation industry market.Developing
- KnowledgeExplain brokerage operations workflow from shipment request to delivery in classroom and online learning environments.Emerging
Skills developed through this program
- Apply core business, financial, and risk concepts to manage freight brokerage operations
- Explain the legal role of a property broker and key distinctions between brokers and third-party logistics providers
- Manage traffic functions, shipping documents, freight payment, and claims processing
- Structure broker contracts and align pricing strategies with cost, value, and risk considerations
- Navigate broker registration, bonding, recordkeeping, and compliant marketing requirements
- Mitigate legal and ethical risks in freight brokerage operations
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
The CTB Online Study Course is TIA’s premier, self-paced credential program for freight brokers who want a deep, end-to-end understanding of brokerage operations, business principles, regulations, ethics, and pricing in today’s market. By completing all three sections and passing the CTB exam, learners demonstrate mastery of core brokerage knowledge and earn the CTB designation recognized across the transportation industry The Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) Program is not just another course—it’s the industry’s gold standard for broker certification. Recognized across the 3PL community as the highest credential a broker can earn, the CTB designation signals to carriers, customers, and colleagues that you possess the expertise, integrity, and professional commitment required to succeed at the highest levels. By completing this program, you demonstrate that you are not only prepared to navigate the complexities of today’s marketplace but also equipped to shape the future of transportation and logistics.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
TIA members with 1–2+ years in the transportation or logistics industry. Brokerage professionals ready to validate and formalize their industry knowledge. Supervisors and managers seeking a common knowledge base for their brokerage teams.
Eligible funding programs
No funding information available.
Scholarships
No scholarships listed.