15 Apr 24-19 Apr 24 (London, UK), 19 Aug 24-23 Aug 24 (Kigali, Rwanda ), 07 Oct 24-11 Oct 24 (Dubai, UAE),

Course Overview

The shipping sector is a dynamic and international economically related sector which is capital intensive. In order to be successful in the shipping and port related industries, an intense understanding of the dynamics is required, and right decisions have to be made.

This course is designed for senior managers, managers who work in the shipping departments of industries as well as consultancy professionals in finance, management and legal who want to have a solid grasp of how maritime logistics and supply chain management function, along with the ability to analyze, plan, and optimize these operations for efficiency and effectiveness in the global trade landscape.

 

Learning Outcome

• Exploring the functioning of ports, container terminals and cargo handling processes
• Analyzing the economic factors affecting maritime transportation and shipping industry trends
• Know the shipping markets-liner, tanker, bulk, gas and cruise
• Acquire knowledge of the policies and procedures that affect ports and shipping
• Obtain in-depth knowledge on ship management, ship finance and insurance. 
• Acquire skills for proper planning, management and monitoring shipping activities
• Understand the basic function of ports and shipping
• Understanding trade and freight
• Identifying and mitigating risks associated with maritime logistics such as weather-related disruptions and piracy

 

Indicative Contents

• Overview of the maritime industry and supply management
• Characteristics of goods and the impact on the handling process
• Examining the integration of maritime logistics into broader supply chain strategies
• Concepts of route planning and scheduling for the movement of goods
• Ship management, ship finance and insurance
• Commercial and international shipping laws and legislations
• Understanding the role of collection, storage and distribution
• Regulatory and enforcement bodies for movement of goods within own country
• Communication and information technology
• Latest trends and developments in this field
• Geo-political and economic change
• Carriage of goods at sea, required contracts and documentation 

 

More Detail
Duration	This is a one-week programme spread over 5 working days.
Certification	A certificate of completion is issued on successful completion of the programme.
Location	(London, UK), (Kigali, Rwanda ), (Dubai, UAE)
Travel and accommodation	Travel and accommodation to be paid for at source by delegates.
Fees	London: £4,500.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 1 week. Dubai: $5,850.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 1 week. Kigali: $5,850.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 1 week