Ship Management

The only distance learning diploma qualification for ship managers

This distance learning Diploma in Ship Management equips existing and potential ship managers with the skills required to manage ships effectively and safely as well as ensuring they are meeting essential industry standards.

The entire programme makes managers aware of the complexities faced in dealing with an international market. Not only do you need to be aware of how your own company or organisation works but also how the industry is responding to the ever changing world.

This Diploma in Ship Management will:

Update you with all the relevant industry legislation,
Develop new skills and confidence,
Progress you further in your career.

in the specialist areas of ship management, Designated Person Ashore and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. These can be studied independently or alongside your diploma.

Delivered by distance learning, the course enables you to study and enhance your career at a time and location convenient to you.

Distance Learning Course Programme

Core Modules
• Introduction to the shipping industry
• Employ and manage marine personnel for vessel activities
• Handling customers and planning for the future
• Ensure vessels are procured, maintained, supplied and equipped for service
• Establish and administer systems to ensure continuity of service, quality and environmental Control
• Safety and security in marine operations: management and legislation
• Safety and security in marine operations: regulation and environment
• Personal and professional skills to support shipping services
• Understanding finance and accounting in the maritime industry
• Background to maritime law and insurance
• Case study: Managing a ship management company

The Diploma in Ship Management qualification is granted on successful completion of the core modules alone but if preferred you can chose a specialist module to endorse your qualification further.

Specialist Modules
• Designated Person Ashore
• International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
• Shipbroking for ship managers'
• Fleet technical management