Introduces transportation as a field of managerial and governmental responsibility and presents the features that make the transportation arena unique and, thus,worthy of advanced study. Each of the five modes of transportation, along with other forms of carriage, will be considered. In addition, the importance of freight transportation within supply chain management will be examined. Issues related to passenger transportation will also be addressed. Throughout the course, particular attention will be paid to the significant impact that transportation has on economic development and growth.