| Date :
|
February 5, 2009 |
| Venue : |
At ICS head
office, or as
arranged
|
|
| A one day
introductory course for new entrants to the shipping industry as well as those
who already work in international trading or shipping companies but who are not
involved in the delivery of frontline shipping services. |
| The course gives
a broad introduction to the range of operations and activities for those
involved in moving goods from one place to another. Additionally it enhances
the background knowledge of IT, accounting and administration staff. It is also
very informative for those working in export and import manufacturing
industries. |
| A lively
interactive programme of lectures delivered by specialists in their field is
backed up by a substantial hand-out pack. An attendance certificate is also
given.
|
| COURSE CONTENT |
|
| INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| An introduction to global trading patterns,
an explanation of the different ship types and ports, shipping registers,
classification societies, international organisations. |
| SHIPPING COMPANIES AND THEIR
PERSONNEL |
|
|
An explanation of the
different types of companies
including their structures
and management, company
finance. |
|
PRACTITIONERS IN SHIPPING
BUSINESS |
An
explanation of the roles of the Principals:
Ship-owners, Ship managers, Charterers, Insurers and the Intermediaries: Port
Agents, Liner Agents, Chartering Agents and Brokers. Discussion on the different
ship types - dry cargo, tankers, specialist, container and ro-ro - and their
developments including ship recognition, construction, stability, towage and
ship registration.
|
| THE VOYAGE |
Bulk cargo - negotiating the fixture.
Container Liner cargo -
Bills of Lading and Shipping
Procedure. |
| PORTS AND TERMINALS |
| Explanation of why ports are located where
they are and the different types of cargoes being moved around the world in
ships. |
| SHIPPING AND THE ENVIRONMENT |
| Introduction to shipping legislation
especially those governing safety and ship management. |
| CAREER DEVELOPMENT
|
| A discussion of the training and education
opportunities. |
| These courses have proved to be
very popular and capacity is limited. So please contact ICS now to secure your
place! |
| FEES (London course fees) |
| Members' Introductory Fee |
£270 |
| Non Members' Fee |
£320 |
| Please go to the
South Africa Branch Website for their details
|
