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Distance Learning Postgraduate Diplomas

Personal Development, Global Impact


As President of the World Maritime University (WMU), it gives me enormous pleasure and pride to present our Executive and Professional Development Programme. We have entered a very exciting period in the history of WMU. The WMU Board of Governors and the IMO Council have endorsed the IMO Secretary-General’s Study on the Sustainability of WMU, which identifies eight strategic directions for the University.

In light of this development, WMU has expanded its offerings to include oceans and energy goals of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and in particular Goals 7, 14 and 17. Goal 7 concerns access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. Goal 14 deals with the conservation and sustainable use of the oceans, seas and maritime resources for sustainable development. Goal 17 deals with strengthening the means of implementation and revitalization of the global partnership for sustainable development.

WMU is the global center of excellence for postgraduate maritime education, research and capacity building. With the strength of its solid track record, it is well placed to offer Postgraduate Diploma programmes that meet the educational and capacity building needsof maritime and ocean constituents, including

the relevant industry actors. We have, for instance, strengthened our partnership with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy to include Postgraduate Diplomas in Maritime Energy and in International Maritime Law. This builds on our existing joint programme on Marine Insurance, which has been running since 2005. We are also pleased to announce our partnership with DNV GL with a Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Maritime Management covering topics of critical importance for today’s maritime managers, including global maritime and ocean regulatory and management issues. This partnership is now extended with the development of the new Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety and Security. These programmes are offered through distance learning and e-learning modalities, complementing our other academic programmes, particularly the MSc programme, delivered at our headquarters in Malmö and campuses in China.

It is my hope that you will find our Postgraduate Diploma programmes relevant and responsive to your needs as well as that of the broader marine and ocean constituents. I am therefore inviting you to join one of our programmes as an investment well worth making. We have a commitment to the highest level of academic and professional standards.

Message from the President

Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-HenryPresident, World Maritime University


Table of Contents

Message from the President 02 ............................................................................................................... Introduction by the Director 04 ............................................................................................................... Postgraduate Diplomas & Distance Learning 05............................................................................................................... Postgraduate Diploma in Marine Insurance 06 ............................................................................................................... Programme Information 06 Programme Outline 06 Programme Coordinator 07 Programme Fees 07 Applications 07 Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Energy 08 ............................................................................................................... Programme Information 08 Programme Outline 08 Programme Coordinator 09 Programme Fees 09 Applications 09 Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Maritime Management 10 ............................................................................................................... Programme Information 10 Programme Outline 10 Programme Coordinators 11 Programme Fees 11 Applications 11Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law 12 ............................................................................................................... Programme Information 12 Programme Outline 12 Programme Coordinators 13 Programme Fees 13 Applications 13Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety & Security 14 ............................................................................................................... Programme Information 14 Programme Outline 14 Programme Coordinators 15 Programme Fees 15 Applications 15 Customised Distance Learning Solutions 17 ...............................................................................................................Graduation Ceremony at WMU 17 ............................................................................................................... About WMU 18 ............................................................................................................... About Lloyd’s Maritime Academy 19 ............................................................................................................... About DNV GL 19 ...............................................................................................................


Introduction by the Director of Executive Education and Professional Development

Dr. Ilias Visvikis Professor,

Director, Executive Education & Professional Development

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The World Maritime University (WMU) has established a proven track-record of offering Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDips) and distance-learning Executive Education, along with Executive and Professional Development Courses (EPDCs), which meet the educational needs of maritime professionals, organizations and administrations, building maritime capacity globally. Our Postgraduate Diplomas offer a fine blend between academic theory and business practice as they are delivered in partnership with leading providers of maritime training and education: Lloyd’s Maritime Academy

(LMA) and DNV GL Maritime Academy. The knowledge acquired can be effectively transferred and immediately applied to the work environment. The different Postgraduate Diplomas offered are carefully designed and continuously revised to meet the much changing educational needs in the maritime industry. Our distance-learning programmes are an indispensable investment to our students and a significant contribution to meeting the need for expertise across the international maritime community. The currently offered Postgraduate Diplomas represent all topics of current maritime interest and importance. Our oldest Diploma, Marine Insurance, introduced in 2005 (with LMA), is one of the most established study programmes in the industry in that area. Our innovative Maritime Energy Diploma, introduced in 2014 (with LMA), provides up-to-date analysis of current initiatives and future developments in energy efficient shipping. The Executive Maritime Management Diploma, introduced in 2015 (with DNV GL), provides a boot camp for managers, addressing current operational, legal, commercial and technical topics of critical importance, allowing managers to remain competitive. The International Maritime Law Diploma, offered since 2002 by LMA and from 2015 in a new partnership with WMU, develops academic knowledge and awareness of international trade and maritime law. Finally the Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety and Security extends the partnership with DNV GL to explore contemporary issues of maritime safety and security. You can contact me or the coordinators of each of the four Postgraduate Diplomas to discuss your maritime distance-learning education needs and to find the best educational solution from WMU. We welcome your interest in WMU’s Postgraduate Diplomas and distance-learning Executive Education and look forward to collaborate with you during our programmes.


Postgraduate Diplomas & Distance Learning

Flexibility in the Mode of Delivery Our Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDips) are designed by the maritime industry for the maritime industry. Flexibility in the way you study is vital: Flexibility in your time planning and flexibility in your location. Why Executive Education at WMU • 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 programme directors and instructors • Quality - study the same courses used by corporations for internal training • Academically excellent - the modules are written by leading academics and industry experts • Practical - packed with examples and illustrations • Time effective - specially designed for busy working participants • Interactive - use our online forums to ask questions and share knowledge • Network - with instructors and like-minded professionals from around the world • Work smart - learn without time away from home or work • Save money - no additional travel or accommodation costs • Career enhancement - boost your CV and promotion potential • Detail - retain industry leading course material for later reference

Distance learning is a flexible, cost-effective way of studying without the need to take time off work or be away from home. ECTS Our PgDips usually consists of 40 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) in total, depending on the programme of study selected. Credits earned under the ECTS system can be transferred on to other programmes at WMU and elsewhere, if they are approved by the receiving university. Entry Requirements The basic entry requirement is a Bachelor’s degree. Non-graduates with approved professional qualifications or who have sufficient professional experience may also be considered. Competence in English is required, as evidenced by a standard, internationally acceptable examination of English, in order to meet the demands of the programme, and applicants may be asked to provide evidence of this. Students who do not have a suitable test of English may be admitted on a probationary basis, and allowed to proceed only if their first piece of assessed work demonstrates that their language skills are sufficient.

The normal definition of “sufficient professional experience” for all WMU PgDip programmes is defined as responsible, managerial experience over a period of at least five years’ duration.


Postgraduate Diploma in Marine Insurance

Programme Information • The Modules: The 12-month programme consists of five modules, each of which is a compulsory element of the programme, and which are assessed by four assignments and a final examination. • Tutorial Seminar: During the programme you will be invited to attend an optional seminar that provides additional support. • Additional materials: Together with the distance study modules participants receive the core textbook Marine Insurance: Law and Practice by FD Rose, as well as access to the WMU e-library. • Credits: The programme consists of 40 ECTS. Programme Outline: 1. Principles of Marine Insurance Law: Explores the essential features and peculiarities of the law of marine insurance, with particular emphasis on the Marine Insurance Act 1906, as well as an introduction into carriage of goods by sea. 2. Special Categories of Marine Insurance Cover: Investigates all main categories of insurance contracts in the maritime field. It deals with basic insurance cover for the maritime property of the ship owner and cargo owner as well as for protection against other economic risks. Comprehensive explanations of the perils insured against, including collision liabilities, are explored. 3. P&I Clubs and Mutual Insurance: This method of providing liability insurance to ship operators continues to dominate the market, and the module studies how the P&I Clubs came into existence and why they continue to operate in much the same way. 4. Marine Reinsurance: Insurance is a way of transferring the economic consequences of a risk to another party, the insurer. Insurers in their turn further transfer and spread the risk to other insurers by reinsurance. This specialised area is comprehensively scrutinised in this module. 5. Claims: The module examines the practical procedures and implications related to filing a claim under a marine insurance policy.


Programme CoordinatorAssociate Professor Patrick Donner, LLM (University of Turku), qualified for the Bar in Finland in 1977 and served on the bench as a deputy judge and acting chief judge of the city Court of Mariehamn for several years in the late 1970’s. Associate Professor Donner served the Sally Shipping group for 12 years, advancing from Chief Legal Counsel and company Secretary to Deputy Managing Director with responsibility for the legal aspects of the group, which had ferry operations in Scandinavia and the United Kingdom and cruise operations in the Caribbean. After the Sally

Group he was Managing Director for Delfin Cruises Ltd. in Finland operating cruises in the Baltic. He then ran his own law and management consultancy firm for a few years. Throughout these years he taught maritime law (part-time) at the Maritime Academy of Åland and held numerous non-executive positions on boards of directors of shipping and insurance companies as well as having been elected to public office at local level. Since January 1995, Professor Donner has been at the World Maritime University in Malmö, Sweden, currently as an Associate Professor and the Associate Academic Dean, teaching international postgraduate students in all commercial aspects of shipping, with an emphasis of maritime and commercial law. Programme Fees £5,450 / $8,440

Fees for the programme cover course study materials, the core textbook, the seminar, assessments and the examination in Malmö or London, tutorial support and feedback, as well as WMU e-library access. The fees do not include the costs of personal travel and accommodation for the seminar, examination or graduation. Participants are responsible for the costs of any special arrangements they may request, such as an alternative examination location. Further information and enrolment For the full prospectus, fee information and to apply online visit: www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/mi


Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Energy With the shipping industry under increasing pressure to meet more stringent environmental rules and regulations while remaining competitive, the Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Energy, offered by WMU in partnership with LMA, delivers the key knowledge and critical understanding needed to drive a more efficient and responsible shipping industry - which at the same time can enhance profitability. In a sector where varying trade volumes, overcapacity, freight rates and bunker costs regularly forcing industry leaders to pursue all cost-saving possibilities to survive, this is an important strategic and operational programme. From naval architects and surveyors, to shipping company operations personnel and commercial managers, through to regulators and marine administration personnel, this programme is ideal for anyone with a role to shape today’s and tomorrow’s maritime industry. Programme Information • The Modules: The 12-month programme consists of five modules, each of which is a compulsory element of the programme, and which are assessed by five assignments and a final examination.

• Additional Materials: In addition to the core study modules students will also have access to the WMU e-library. • Credits: The programme consists of 42 ECTS. Programme Outline: 1. Introduction to Energy Management and the International Response in Shipping: Key notions of energy sources and security, the impact of air emissions and the international response, particularly in shipping, are explored. The module builds a common vocabulary and understanding, starting by exploring notions such as externality, management and governance.

2. Energy Efficiency and Ship Design: Fuel consumption in ship design and operation is studied and a complete ship energy system design is examined, including pertinent IMO regulations. Both ship resistance and propulsion are reviewed to establish principles of ship powering in the context of energy efficiency improvement methodologies.

3. Energy Efficient Ship Operations: Optimal ship operation provide by far the greatest opportunities for energy saving and CO2 reduction. This module considers key topics in energy efficiency; from management to legal and commercial issues; from just-in-time and virtual arrival to slow steaming and relevant technical and legal constraints; from weather routing to e-navigation and advanced communication systems; and from ballast water to trim optimisation and port/terminal operations.

4. Energy Management On-Board Ship: The proper management and maintenance of various ship-board systems and technical assets represent an important opportunity for greater energy efficiency and reduced costs. This module deals with ship-board activities and their impact on fuel consumption with a particular focus on the optimal performance of technical systems and machinery.

5. Alternative Fuels and Marine Renewable Energy: This module investigates alternative fuels, as well as marine renewable energy. It explores whether new fuelling options and renewable energy could have a promising future in the shipping industry.


Programme Coordinator Professor Aykut I. Ölçer (MRINA MIMarEST) is a naval architect and marine engineer, who is a Professor at the World Maritime University (WMU), Malmö, Sweden. Prior to joining WMU, he worked at Newcastle University (England), University of Strathclyde (Scotland) and Istanbul Technical University (Turkey) within the fields of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He is the head of “Maritime Energy Management” specialization in WMU. Dr Ölçer has extensive experience in developing research objectives and proposals and in managing grants through life-

cycle management of research projects. Dr Ölçer was involved in numerous FP5, FP6 and FP7 funded EU projects. He is presently leading the Maritime Energy (MarEner) Research Group in WMU, which secured funding from EU and IAMU to date. Dr Ölçer has been publishing results of his research in internationally leading peer-reviewed journals with high impact factors. His recent areas of research are: Maritime energy management and energy efficiency; Renewable energy (wind assisted ship propulsion in particular) and alternative fuels (LNG in particular); Real-time decision support systems for energy efficient ship operations; Climate change impact on port infrastructure and its adaptation; Lean, energy efficient and green ports and shipyards; Life-cycle cost/environment impact models of green solutions for ships, ports and shipyards; Decision making for trade-off situations of cleaner seaborne transportation. Programme Fees £5,450 / $8,440

Fees for the programme cover course study materials, the examination in Malmö or London, tutorial support and feedback, as well as WMU e-library. The fees do not include the costs of personal travel and accommodation for the examination or graduation. Participants are responsible for the costs of any special arrangements they may request, such as an alternative examination location. Further information and enrolment For the full prospectus, fee information and to apply online visit: www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/em


Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Maritime Management Managers in today’s extremely competitive maritime industry need to cope with on-going technical, regulatory and commercial developments. They must also be able to anticipate future developments and act proactively. It is essential that they have up-to-date skills and comprehensive knowledge if they want to retain their competitive edge. This Postgraduate Diploma, offered by WMU in partnership with DNV GL, has been designed to provide a “boot camp” for managers. It addresses current topics of critical importance in the maritime industry with a blended learning approach to operational, technical and commercial issues. Programme Information • The Modules: The 11-month programme consists of 5 modules, each of which is a compulsory element of the programme. Approximately every 8 weeks a module will be completed with a final assessment and a new module will start. • Programme Delivery: The programme consists of pre-recorded videos on an e-learning platform, self-assessment exercises, collaboration tools, discussion forums and WMU e-library access. • Credits: The programme consists of 40 ECTS. Programme Outline 1. Setting the Scene - Contemporary Global Maritime Regulatory and Management Issues in the Shipping Sector: This module examines the challenges and trends in maritime markets and develops an understanding of maritime corporate and economic driving forces. 2. Remaining Competitive in a Changing Market - Strategic Financial Tools: This module examines the challenges and issues in today’s maritime sector in terms of the financial management, investment appraisal, availability of bank finance and bank credit analysis as well as alternative sources of ship finance including Export Credit Agencies, private and public equity, high-yield bond markets and mezzanine ship finance. 3. Managing Resources - Human Resource Management, Organizational Processes and Leadership in a Maritime Context: This module provides a fundamental understanding of the nature of organizations and the processes inherent in them, looking particularly at maritime contexts. 4. Mastering Complexity - Effective Management of Safety and Security: This module covers various safety and security challenges and how to identify them. It will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to competently tackle key issues from port state control to piracy covering all safety, security and risk issues faced by maritime administrations and authorities all around the world.

5. Staying Ahead of the Curve - Maritime Environmental Technology, Sustainability and Challenges: This module focuses on the environmental aspects of the shipping industry along with relevant technologies and challenges faced towards the aim of achieving sustainable maritime development.


Programme Coordinators

Professor Ilias Visvikis is a Professor of Shipping Finance and Risk Management and the Director of Executive Education and Professional Development at World Maritime University (WMU). He has taught at several universities around the world, while he has an extensive international experience in consultancy and executive education, training managerial-level maritime professionals from numerous organizations around the world. At the same time, he has designed and directed postgraduate academic

programmes (MSc and MBA) and also directed and coordinated Professional Development Courses delivered in Asia, Europe and Africa. His research work has been published in international refereed scientific journals, books and magazines, and has received numerous citations. He has extensively presented his work in international academic and business conferences held in USA, Europe and Asia. He serves as an editorial board member of several scientific journals, while he has served as member of conference steering committees, and reviewer for several scientific journals. He holds a Degree in Business Administration from University of Aegean (Greece), a MSc in International Financial Markets from University of Southampton, a MSc in International Shipping from University of Plymouth, and a PhD in Finance from Cass Business School of City University in London.

Bernhard Löbermann is a Senior Training Advisor for DNV GL Maritime Academy where he has been working for over nine years. In his current role he is the responsible person for large or complex projects, special training requests from customers and also provides advisory services related to maritime training and education. Before joining the classification society he studied educational science (Masters Degree), and combined this with a nautical and technical certificate (CoC) at a seaman’s school. This enabled

him to sail and learn seamanship in coastal waters, and also to train young seafarers stepping into their maritime career in international trade. Later he was also involved in crewing and developed in-house training schemes for the entire crew in the fleet. Meanwhile he is recognised as an expert on further education and qualification of maritime personnel. This is also reflected in his advisory role for the German administration at the IMO in London for STCW. Within the Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Maritime Management he is the Programme Coordinator from DNV GL. Programme Fees EUR 6,900 The fees include access to the e-learning platform, recorded lectures and the WMU e-learning library. The fees do not cover the costs of any special arrangements. Applications For the online application and detailed information visit: www.maritime-executive-diploma.com


Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law

The renowned part-time distance learning Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law has been offered by LMA since 2002 and is now offered in partnership with, and awarded by WMU. The programme develops leading knowledge and awareness of international trade and maritime law, increasing understanding of how commercial trade ventures may give rise to legal issues. With English law recognised internationally as the dominant legal system providing the basis for maritime and trade contracts, and with London as the single most important forum for settling disputes both through court litigation and arbitration, this programme studies law in relation to how it is applied in practice. This distance learning programme brings together the intellectual rigour of academia with the experience of leading legal practitioners, delivering the best Maritime Law Postgraduate Diploma available. Programme Information • The Modules: This 16-month programme is comprised of an introductory module, eight core modules and a choice from four specialist modules and is assessed by five written assignments and a final examination consisting of two papers.

• Tutorial Seminars: During the programme you will be invited to attend three optional seminars that provide additional support and the opportunity to meet the Programme Coordinator, module authors and fellow students.

• Credits: The programme consists of 60 ECTS. The Programme Covers Introductory Module: • An introduction to the English legal system Core Modules: • International Trade Law: An introduction to English Commercial Law and International Sales • Bills of Lading Contracts and Charterparties • Marine Insurance Law, • Admiralty, General Average, • Trade Finance • Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation • Conflicts of Laws and Forum Shopping Specialist Modules: • Ship Finance Law • Oil and Chemical Pollution • European Union Competition Law in Shipping • The Four Pillars of Maritime Regulation


Award and continuation to an LLM Upon passing all assessments at the required standard, the student may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law. Alternatively, the student may continue to follow a programme leading to the degree of LLM in International Maritime Law.

The LLM programme will, in addition, be offered as a stand-alone degree programme, to students who have not followed the Postgraduate Diploma programme but meet equivalent entry requirements. Programme Coordinator

Associate Professor George Theocharidis, before joining WMU, was responsible for the legal support of the Shipping & International Division of a large Greek bank in the areas of Shipping Litigation, Ship Finance, Corporate & International Disputes. Prior to that, he acted as in-house and external legal counsel for Greek interest ship-owning companies. He is a Member of the Piraeus Law Bar and a qualified advocate before Areios Pagos (Supreme Court), practicing extensively in the special field

of maritime law. His research interests concentrate on Carriage of Goods by Sea, Marine Insurance, Conflict of Laws. He is the author of the books “Tort Liability of the Sea Carrier under Hague-Visby Rules” 2000, “The Co-ownership on Vessel as legal form for the exercise of maritime commercial activity” 2008, and co-author of the book “Greek Maritime Law” 2015. He has also published several articles (“Mechanisms of Protection From Non-Contractual Modes of Recovery in Sea Carriage – A Comparison Between Common Law and Civil Law Systems”, “Relationship between forum shopping and flag in satisfaction of security rights on a ship”, “Jurisdiction for Provisional Relief under the Brussels Convention in Maritime Context” et al.) His published research work in international referred periodicals (J.Mar.L&C., R.H.D.I.) has received numerous citations from jurisprudence and theory (Heidelberg Report). Programme Fees £5,995 / $9,295 Fees for the programme cover course study materials, core textbooks, seminars, the examination in Malmö or London, tutorial support and feedback as well as WMU e-library access. The fees do not include the costs of personal travel and accommodation for the seminars, examination or graduation. Participants are responsible for the costs of any special arrangements they may request, such as an alternative examination location. Further information and enrolment For the full prospectus, fee information and to apply online visit: www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/ML


Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety & Security

Within the maritime industry the focus is always on safety, with security recently gaining increasing attention given the global context. Within the maritime sector this covers the headline issue of piracy and terrorism but also includes trafficking, illegal fishing, port security and marine environmental protection, including the dumping of toxic waste. Furthermore there is the successful implementation of the ISPS provisions and how to respond to the continuous flows of irregular migrants and/or refugees using various means of transport and related infrastructure. Capacity for dealing with contemporary safety and security issues is essential not only for the numerous government officials responsible for performing tasks related to safety and security, but also for profitability and maintaining a good reputation in general of the sector. Programme Information • The Modules: The 11-month programme consists of 5 different modules, each of which is a compulsory element of the programme. Approximately every 8 weeks a module will be completed with a final assessment and a new module will start. • Programme Delivery: The programme consists of pre-recorded videos on an e-learning platform, collaboration tools, self-assessment exercises, discussion forums for interaction with instructors and fellow students, a final assessment of each module and access to the WMU e-library. • Credits: The programme consists of 40 ECTS. Programme Outline 1. Maritime Transport & Shipping Operations: To offer a comprehensive understanding of the contemporary maritime transport system, including the role and significance of different types of ports. To provide fundamental knowledge in shipping operations. To provide an overview of modern shipping management, including commercial, technical and crew functions. To meet and exchange views with practitioners from the industry in order to provide the opportunity to discuss and evaluate the contemporary concepts and principles that govern the maritime world. To discuss specific real-world scenarios where a broad understanding of marine activities is needed to identify the solution to interdisciplinary problems. 2. Safety and Environmental Protection Issues: To examine the various environmental protection standards with emphasis on MARPOL provisions and provide an understanding for the contemporary measures namely: ship-generated waste management, oil and hazardous cargo operations, ballast water management, biosecurity, anti-fouling systems and the recycling of ships. To study current approaches to contingency planning and response to marine pollution, as well as related issues, such as places of refuge and PSSA. 3. Maritime Safety: Requirements and Implementation: To introduce key aspects of ship design and safety principles as related to SOLAS requirements. To highlight the concepts of seaworthiness, active and passive fire protection and lifesaving appliances. To provide a broad overview and appreciation of IMO’s enforcement and implementation issues. To introduce the fundamental precepts of safety and risk assessment, safety and reliability related to enforcement and its application. To provide an overview of risks involved in maritime safety systems and operations and possible risk control options, such as vessel traffic management, pilotage, systems and tools to ensure safety of life at sea, etc.; and examine safety measures in applied practice. To examine related administrative concepts and tools, such as the ISM Code, Port State Control and Flag State implementation and performance regarding the SOLAS convention. 4. Legal and Operational Aspects of Maritime Security: To thoroughly discuss the ISPS Code, with special emphasis on implementation issues. To identify and briefly discuss all contemporary maritime threats. To analyse the concept of managing security risks at sea.


Programme Coordinators

Assistant Professor Dimitrios Dalaklis joined WMU in the summer of 2014, upon completion of a twenty-six years distinguished career with the Hellenic Navy. His expertise covers navigation (techniques, training and equipment), as well as maritime safety & security issues. Upon graduation from the Hellenic Naval Academy (HNA), he followed the normal career path of a naval officer; soon he qualified as a Navigator and has more than seventeen years of sea-service, to include the Command of H.S. NIKIFOROS. He has also served as the STCW Director (Standards of

Training, Certification and Watch-keeping) of the Hellenic Fleet and has conducted numerous audits/inspections of vessels (QHSE activities). He has performed, coordinated and supervised many series of training involving the use of simulators, as well as on-board practical workout programmes. At the same time he has maintained an intense academic activity. He has lectured in the HNA on many aspects of Navigation and has served as an adjunct lecturer in the Hellenic National Defence College in the domain of Geopolitics and Maritime Security. Dr. Dalaklis holds a Bachelor Degree in Maritime Sciences from the HNA. His postgraduate studies took place in the Naval Postgraduate School of the United States, where he was awarded two Masters’ degrees (MSc in Information technology Management & MSc in Defence Analysis). He then conducted his PhD research at the University of the Aegean, Department of Shipping, Trade and Transport. He is the author/co-author of many books, articles & studies in both Greek and English.

Bernhard Löbermann is a Senior Training Advisor for DNV GL Maritime Academy where he has been working for over nine years. In his current role he is the responsible person for large or complex projects, special training requests from customers and also provides advisory services related to maritime training and education. Before joining the classification society he studied educational science (Masters Degree), and combined this with a nautical and technical certificate (CoC) at a seaman’s school. This enabled him to sail and learn seamanship in coastal waters, and also to train young seafarers stepping into

their maritime career in international trade. Later he was also involved in crewing and developed in-house training schemes for the entire crew in the fleet. Meanwhile he is recognised as an expert on further education and qualification of maritime personnel. This is also reflected in his advisory role for the German administration at the IMO in London for STCW. Within the Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety & Security he is the Programme Coordinator from DNV GL. Programme Fees EUR 6,900 These fees include access to the e-learning platform, recorded lectures and WMU e-lbrary access. The fees do not cover the costs of any special arrangements that may be requested. Further information and enrolment For further details and information please visit: www.wmu.se/distance-learning

To examine the implementation of maritime security in different contexts by comparing traditional law-enforcement approaches under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea with other multilateral, regional, bilateral or unilateral implementation strategies permitted under international law.5. Leadership & Best Practices in Port Management: To provide fundamental knowledge in port management. To analyse the framework for introducing change to complex organizations. To examine the key concepts of port security through studies of its regulation and relevant instruments, and to discuss the current application of these regulations and instruments, leading to both theoretical and practical knowledge of how to manage port security threats.


“The course is not only educative and informative but actually it enhances

your thinking, absorbing and interacting capabilities. Overall a very pleasurable

experience.”

K.Kapoor, Pacific International Lines


Customised Distance Learning Solutions Distance Learning programmes provide an opportunity for mid-career updating and knowledge sharing for maritime professionals. The topics meet the current and future needs of the maritime market, particularly in key IMO-mandated areas. Participants not only acquire essential contemporary knowledge but also strengthen relationships with colleagues in their organizations.

WMU’s customised Distance Learning programmes are tailor-made to meet the educational requirements of the client’s organization and a close relationship is established between the client’s organization and WMU’s Executive Education staff, from the initial design of the programme. Joint efforts are made to ensure that concerns identified by the organization are thoroughly analysed and the key elements are clearly identified. This allows for the teaching and learning objectives to be well formulated, corresponding programme curricula drafted and the most suitable instructors selected. WMU’s educational expertise, state of the art e-learning platform, high-calibre instructors and international environment provide the leading edge for any organization looking to meet the varying challenges of the maritime industry. Graduation Ceremony at WMU All students who have fulfilled all the requirements for their Postgraduate Diploma will be invited to participate in the annual WMU Graduation Ceremony in Malmö, Sweden. At this graduation ceremony you will join the WMU PhD and MSc graduates for the conferral of degrees and awards by the Chancellor of the University, the Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Graduates from WMU have proven to be leaders of tomorrow in the maritime sector. Graduates leave WMU not only with the knowledge they need to succeed but also with an extended network of contacts from around the world. Students having completed our Postgraduate Diploma programmes are invited to join our network of graduates.


About WMU Our Vision: The World Maritime University’s vision is to be the world centre of excellence in Postgraduate maritime and oceans education, professional training and research, while building global capacity and promoting sustainable development.

Our Mission: As the International Maritime Organization’s center of excellence for postgraduate maritime education, our mission is to serve the global maritime community through education, research, and capacity building to ensure safe, secure and efficient shipping on clean oceans. WMU offers a unique postgraduate educational programme, undertakes wide-ranging research in maritime and environmental studies, and continues maritime capacity building. Working closely with our stakeholders, including IMO, the maritime industry, national maritime administrations, and NGOs, WMU is positioned to:

• Help build a more environmentally sensitive and sustainable world through education and research in the maritime sector

• Educate future global maritime leaders

• Contribute to maritime capacity building and the development of effective policies of equal opportunity for the global maritime community

• Provide an international focus and forum for networking and collaboration on critical issues and developments in maritime transportation world-wide

WMU offers the degrees of MSc and PhD, as well as Postgraduate Diplomas and Executive and Professional Development Courses to the highest standard. Located in Malmö, Sweden, with additional MSc Programmes in Shanghai and Dalian, China, WMU promotes the international exchange and transfer of maritime ideas and knowledge.

WMU’s Academic Engagement: • WMU, with its specialised maritime faculty and expertise in postgraduate maritime and oceans education and with highly specialized and internationally renowned visiting faculty, represents all core maritime fields.

• WMU can attract students from around the world, using its unique brand name and international reputation. Founded by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), who has a strong global network and connection with the commercial shipping sector. With over 4,000 alumni from 165 countries, serving in maritime positions including ministers of transport, directors of shipping companies and ports, heads of maritime academies and naval organizations. Many serve as representatives of their home countries at international forums and organizations, such as the IMO. WMU alumni are international leaders.

• A state-of-the art new building opened in 2015 that offers an inspiring academic environment with the opportunity to interact with resident faculty, PhD and MSc students from across the globe, and an up-to-date University library, which is a hub of maritime knowledge with over 20,000 books and printed journals and databases.

• An up-to-date e-learning platform that follows all latest technological developments.

The World Maritime University has been delivering Postgraduate Diplomas by distance learning since 2005.


About Lloyd’s Maritime Academy* Lloyd’s Maritime Academy has been delivering high quality education and training programmes for the global maritime and transport industry for 40 years. Working independently and in partnership with Universities, Colleges, Organizations and Associations to develop, promote and deliver effective

education and training courses - including working in partnership with the World Maritime University for over 10 years. Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is well known for providing seagoing and shore-based industry professionals with career enhancing education programmes from short professional development courses to full academic Masters qualifications. Regardless of work commitments or location, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy develops and delivers highly effective courses for study by part-time online tutored distance learning via a custom virtual learning management system. Lloyd’s Maritime Academy has become the trusted brand for personal and corporate supported education and professional development within the shipping, commercial, legal, insurance, surveying and management sectors.

Visit www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com for a full list of currently enrolling courses.

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is part of IIR Ltd and Informa PLC, one of the world’s leading business intelligence, academic publishing, knowledge and events businesses, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world.

About DNV GL

DNV GL is the world’s largest ship and offshore classification society. DNV GL’s Maritime Academy provides an extensive portfolio of training courses for the maritime industry. With their global network they are able to exploit best practices and

offer comprehensive training programmes. Operating in more than 100 countries they have academy managers in 17 key locations dedicated to assisting clients to find the best solutions for their daily business and to effectively improve their business performance and to become safer, smarter and greener. Their course portfolio is based around 3 core themes: • Developing people: Covers a range of training courses focusing on the qualification of persons - developing competence and qualifying people for specific positions and job requirements in the shipping industry.

• Operating ships: Covers a broad selection of maritime training courses covering all aspects of the daily operation of ships, from efficiency, environmental, safety and security issues, to risk management, ship technology and surveys and inspections.

• Building ships: Covers a full offer of training courses for designers and shipyards dealing with various aspects of newbuildings - from regulatory and technical requirements to design and production. These themes reflect major fields of activity in the maritime industry and their courses are structured accordingly.

Visit www.dnvgl.com/maritime-academy. for a full list of their currently enrolling courses.

*Lloyd’s and the Lloyd’s Crest are the registered trademarks of the Society incorporated by the Lloyd’s Act 1871 by the name of Lloyd’s.


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