Diploma in Ship Management
Online United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
07 May 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 3,899 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance learning
* + VAT @ 20% for UK individuals and UK companies
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Introduction
The leading international professional development qualification for current & future ship managers
The ideal professional development course for existing ship managers, prospective ship managers and for those who work alongside the ship management sector.
The 12-month online Diploma in Ship Management course, delivered in partnership with North Kent College, is designed to equip the existing and prospective ship managers, and the professionals working alongside the ship management sector, with the fundamental knowledge, and skills they need to stay current and succeed in their role.
You will gain the core skills in the following areas:
- Business management
- Crew management and recruitment
- Vessel support services
- ISO standards, safety and security
- Finance and accounting for the marine industry
- Maritime law and insurance
Curriculum
- Module 1 – Introduction to the Shipping Industry & The Role of the Ship Manager
- Module 2 – The Skills Set of a Ship Manager
- Module 3 – Maritime Legislation
- Module 4 – The Four Pillars of Quality Shipping
- Module 5 – The ISM Code - ISPS Code – PSC – IMDG Code
- Module 6 – Maritime Certification and the Inspection Bodies
- Module 7 – Maritime ISO Standards and their application
- Module 8 – Financial Controls – Budgeting
- Module 9 – Ship Types and their Operation
- Module 10 – Introduction to Cargo Calculations
- Case Study – Managing a Ship Management Company
Program Outcome
What you'll learn
- Identify the role of the ship manager within the context of the marine industry and in any relevant organisation
- Explain both the ISM and ISPS Codes and their relationship with the manager
- Understand the importance of the Four Pillars – SOLAS; MARPOL; STCW; and MLC
- Describe the linkage between quality, health, safety management and environmental systems
- Assess the management of resources and operations for vessel activities and shore resources
- Understand and apply the different demands of various ship types
- Understand and apply the relationship between Flag State; PSC; Class; and Other industry bodies
- Analyse core business requirements such as accounting, customer service, law and insurance
- Create and present professional written business reports
Program Tuition Fee
Program delivery
100% Online
- Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
- Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
- Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
- Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
- Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world. Use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge
- Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs