Shipping Management

The management of ports plays a substantial role in managing and controlling transportation cost. It also includes overall delivery time from the source to the last destination and its variability. To this, add freight safety, and reliability of the logistics company, and its throughput. The challenges of global trade growth, such as geopolitical shifts and new international regulations, intense competition are part of the port operation process. Rising demands for environmental, social, and economic sustainability, and climate change adaptation needs and technological evolution prospects, form the backbone of this course.

Course Overview

This course takes a comprehensive approach to shipping, ports, and freight logistics, offering students a solid academic and business-oriented grasp of the whole transport and supply chain needs. This course is updated, as determined by market demands.

What you’ll learn
  • An aptitude for working effectively in teams and for adopting effective leadership behaviour to have desirable outcomes
  • Knowledge of management, professional, and ethical responsibilities
  • Complete understanding of planning, organizing, and controlling the port, terminal, and depot
  • A better understanding of the marine operations, concerned issues, and implementing strategic maritime decisions accordingly
  • Profound knowledge about transportation design, routes, and logistics
  • Enhanced knowledge about various port administration models and their applicability in diverse situations
  • More significant potential to evaluate the significance of maritime safety in the context of environmental management
  • Better resource management skills for effective management of scarce resources and personnel in ports to achieve organizational objectives
Requirements

Candidates must;

  • Be proficient in English Language
  • Have access to either a computer or smartphone with Internet Connectivity.
  • Be equipped with quality webcam and headphones
Duration & Fees
  • Regular – 10 Weeks – ₦170,000
  • Fast-Track – 8 Weeks – ₦255,000
Program Dates
  • August – October, 2024
  • October – December, 2024
  • February – April, 2025
  • May – July, 2025