Supply Chain Foundations is a free ~11.5-hour self-paced course for South Africans. Pass the graded final (70%) to earn a verifiable TradeCaravan certificate with a unique ID.
Learn how products, information and cash move together across planning, inventory, procurement, transport and compliance. This free course uses plain English and South African examples so you can speak confidently in a warehouse, freight office or procurement desk — no university degree required.
Who it’s for: South Africans starting a career in logistics, freight, customs, warehousing or procurement. No prior degree required.
What you’ll learn
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What Is a Supply Chain?Locked
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Demand and PlanningLocked
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Inventory and WarehousingLocked
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Procurement and SourcingLocked
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Logistics and TransportLocked
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Risk, Compliance and SA TradeLocked
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Final examLocked
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Supply Chain Foundations course really free?
Yes. Enrolment, every module, the final exam and the certificate of completion are free. You only need a free TradeCaravan account so the certificate can carry your name.
How long does Supply Chain Foundations take?
About 11.5 hours of guided study across 6 modules plus a graded final exam. It is self-paced — most learners finish in two to three weeks.
What is the pass mark?
Each module quiz and the final exam need 70% to pass. You can retry unlimited times. Passing the final issues your certificate.
How do employers verify a TradeCaravan certificate?
Every certificate has a unique ID (TC-SCF-…) and a QR code. Opening /verify/{id}/ on tradecaravan.co.za shows the holder name, course, issue date and final score — no login required.
Is this an official SARS or Transnet qualification?
No. It is a TradeCaravan foundations certificate of completion. It teaches supply-chain concepts with South African context; it is not a SARS tariff determination, a Transnet licence, or a regulated professional designation.