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Course Programmen Introduction to Purchasing, Procurement and Supply Managementn Fundamental Ship Knowledgen Supplier Managementn Purchasing Strategyn Inventory Managementn Maritime Supply Chain Automation and Systemsn Finance, Accounting and Business Analysisn Legal Issues of Marine Purchasing Contractsn Global Logistics and International Purchasingn International Maritime Controlsn Case Study: Purchasing Management

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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTThe Diploma in Marine Purchasing & Supply Management is recognised by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) as contributing to the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) needs of its members.

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ACADEMIC COURSE DIRECTOR:Stephen Watkins Cert Ed, MlfL

Lecturer North West Kent College, UK

INDUSTRY COURSE DIRECTOR:Bharat Hora

Chief Engineer

Providing essential knowledge of marine procurement and supply chain management

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IDEAL FOR:

n Procurement officers new to shipping organisations requiring industry specific knowledgen Purchasing executives in the shipping and off-shore industry needing to consolidate and/or update

existing skills and expertisen Manufacturing and service suppliers to the maritime sector, to understand the negotiation and

selection processes undertaken by purchasersn Sea going personnel requiring procurement experience to aid transition to a shore-based rolen Shipboard management teams needing to understand purchasing and supply strategiesn Legal, insurance and financial roles supporting the provision and trade of goods

MARINE PURCHASING & SUPPLY MANAGEMENT

Very interesting and well structured course. It puts together the basic knowledge that all purchasers should have during

their day to day operation(I. Ventouris, Almi Tankers S.A.)

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In partnership with North West Kent College, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy are delighted to offer this unique Diploma in Marine Purchasing & Supply Management covering the key topics required by today’s purchasing and supply professionals. It will give you a thorough and practical insight into the requirements for different vessels and their relevant equipment along with current trends and developments within procurement - enabling you to make the most efficient and effective decisions.

The roles of purchasing, procurement and supply are increasingly recognised as vital business functions, which contribute tremendous value to shipping organisations, suppliers and manufacturers; ultimately having impacting the operation’s bottom line.

This 12 month professional development diploma includes:

• Purchasing models available

• Different types of vessels and their equipment

• Supplier management

• E-commerce and automated systems

• Appropriate marine insurance and international law and explains how they interface with other areas such as finance and administration

This qualification is of benefit to a wide range of people including purchasing practitioners wishing to consolidate their knowledge and ship suppliers needing an understanding of the purchasing processes in order to negotiate effectively and meet their requirements. It is also of value to those working in the sector including in ship-owning, operating and management companies who need to understand the valuable work these professionals contribute to their business.

In order to offer the programme worldwide, it is delivered by distance learning. The course website provides access to the material along with the opportunity to interact with with Stephen/me as your course directors and your peers in a secure and dedicated environment.

You can have a positive, direct impact on your operating costs. We are sure you will agree that is a skill no organisation can afford to be without.

We look forward to welcoming you onto this stimulating programme.

Dear Colleague,

WHY STUDY WITH LLOYD’S MARITIME ACADEMY?

Applications: Visit the course webpage www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/mps to enrol online. Do not delay

your application – you may qualify for an early enrolment discount, and some courses have a maximum number of participants. Our online application form also securely accepts payments by credit card in either £, $ or €.

Confirmation of Enrolment: Each application is reviewed and once approved by the Course Director you will be notified by email and an invoice sent to you.

Course Start Date: We will send you your unique username and password plus full details of how to access our secure online learning environment by the start date of the course. Your online classroom will be accessible from anywhere you have an internet connection. Modules can be downloaded and saved / printed if you prefer working from paper, or want to study on the move.

Study: Plan your study time and location to suit your own preferred learning style. Work though the detailed modules, undertaking the assessments and further reading when indicated.

Tutorials: When you have questions, answers, personal opinions or experiences to add, have answers to directed learning activities or need further advice, visit the online course tutorial forum to post your discussion to the course director and your fellow students. You can access the tutorial forum at any time when you are online plus, to make your study as easy as possible, we’ll send you a daily round-up of tutorial activity. Make sure you take full advantage of the unique access you gain to our expert industry course tutors.

Assessment: Assessments are a compulsory element of the course and occur at regular intervals throughout.

Completion: Once all modules have been studied and all assessments have been passed you will be issued a certificate referencing the qualification gained with recognition from the awarding academic body.

For detailed information about how the course works please see About the Course on the back of this brochure.

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy has for over 35 years provided high quality training programmes for the global maritime and transport industry. We provide industry professionals at all levels with career enhancing training programmes regardless of work commitments or location. Working with expert practitioners, leading academics and international industry bodies, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is the trusted brand for professional development within the shipping, commercial, legal, insurance, surveying and management sectors.Since 1998, we have been providing our participants with the training they need to bring their personal and business goals to fruition. Our reputation for quality is unsurpassed in the industry and the world’s leading institutions in the maritime sector rely on Lloyd’s Maritime Academy to educate their staff to the highest of standards. If you’re an individual looking for professional development or career enhancement, then you’ll be in good company - thousands of students enrol onto our publically offered distance learning courses every year, as well as thousands more taking our global in-company programmes. Visit www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com for a full list of our currently enrolling courses. Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is part of IIR Ltd and Informa plc, the leading international provider of specialist information and services for the global academic and scientific, professional and commercial business communities.If you want to discuss our courses or are an education or training provider that wishes to work with us, contact Gina Taylor on +44 (0)20 7017 4413 or email [email protected] 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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4 Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection4 Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study4 Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors4 Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training4 Practical – packed with examples and illustrations4 Time effective – specially designed for busy working participants4 Interactive – use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge4 Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world4 Work smart – learn without time away from home or work4 Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs4 Career enhancement – boost your CV and promotion potential4 Detail – retain industry leading course materials for later reference

DIPLOMA IN MARINE PURCHASING & SUPPLY MANAGEMENT

Stephen Watkins Cert Ed, MlfLCourse Director, LecturerNorth West Kent College

Bharat HoraChief EngineerIndustry Course Director

Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 7279 / +1 (646) 957 8929 Email: [email protected]

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Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course participants will be able to:• Discuss the differences between purchasing,

procurement and supply chain management• Describe the different ship and marine structures

and their associated equipment requirements• Conduct and evaluate quality supplier selection and

rationalisation• Analyse the automated systems available for

purchasing and supply and their impact on your organisation

• Appreciate the legislation involved with the sale and supply of goods and how it can affect the role of the purchaser and supplier

• Demonstrate financial and budgeting skills appropriate for this role

• Describe the various maritime regulation codes and explain how they influence the supply chain

• Create a professional business report detailing action proposals to given situations

Introduction to Purchasing, Procurement and Supply Management

Learning Outcomes:• Discuss the difference between purchasing, procurement and

supply chain management• Describe the purchasing models available• Explain the main features of marine purchasing

• Introduction to purchasing, procurement and supply management

- Purchasing, procurement and supply management; similarities and differences

- Difference between marine and land based purchasing, procurement and supply chain

- Project based purchasing• Marine products and services - Categorisation; equipment, spares, stores and

service - Bulk stores like lubrication oil, paint, chemicals and

gases etc. - General stores like engine, deck and catering - Services, equipment maintenance - Cost; volume, quality, place and time• The purchasing cycle - Requisitions to proof of delivery• Generation of order requisitions - Stock replenishment - Work related generation - Breakdowns - Surveys - Worn parts/maintenance schedules - Materials orders• Authorisation of order requisitions - Office authorisation - Ship authorisation• Placing of purchase orders (PO) and receipt of PO• Approval invoicing and payment for goods/services - Handling of partial orders• Appropriate records - Office based systems - Ship based systems - Computerised systems• Roles: buyer, seller, intermediaries, 3PLs, associations• Quality - Writing marine technical specifications - Receipt and acceptance of technical equipment,

spares, stores or services - IMPA and ISSA store guides

Fundamental Ship Knowledge

Learning Outcomes:• Recognise and differentiate between vessel types and their

equipment requirements• Identify the main components of ship machinery• Explain the importance of dry docking and the procurement

requirements it can create

• Types of ships and marine structures• Ship machinery - Main engines and propulsion systems, generators

and their main components - Auxiliary systems and their main components • Safety equipment - Life saving equipment - Fire fighting equipment• Pollution prevention equipment• Bridge equipment - Navigation equipment - Communication equipment• Galley equipment • Basic concepts of dry-docking - Dry-docking spares - Dry-docking services

Supplier ManagementLearning Outcomes:• Discuss sourcing methodology• Explain the techniques used to negotiate and monitor

suppliers• Evaluate the quality control procedures used to gain and

retain key suppliers

• Sources of marine goods and services - Sourcing methods - Terms used - Request for quote (RFQ) - Request for proposal (RFP) - Return on investment (ROI) - Request for information (RFI) - Expression of interest (EOI) - Tender - Direct - Purchase Order (PO)• Selection of supplier - Approved suppliers, contracted suppliers - Non-approved suppliers - Original equipment manufacturer and non-original

equipment manufacturer spares, licensees, agents• Effective negotiation - Planning/preparation (SWOT/variables) - Strategy and objectives - Tactics, the negotiation and follow-up• Supplier appraisal, monitoring and auditing of

suppliers• Supplier rationalisation• Performance measurement• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)• Developing ‘win-win’ long-term partnerships with

key suppliers in hub ports

COMPANIES THAT HAVE ALREADY BENEFITED FROM THE DIPLOMA

IN MARINE PURCHASING & SUPPLY MANAGEMENT INCLUDE:A.P Moller Maersk • A/S Dampskibsselskabet Torm • Andrew Weir Shipping • APM Terminals/Maersk Espana S.A. • Arcadia Shipmanagement Co Ltd • ASP Ship Management • Atlas International Shipchandling • Barber Ship Management • Bearings Ltd • Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement • Bibby Offshore Ltd • Bibby Ship Management • Brittany Ferries • Ceres LNG Services Ltd • Chevron United Kingdom Ltd • CIEL Ship management S.A. • CIS Navigation Inc • Cisam S.L. • Clipper Group • DAO Shipping • Det Norske Veritas (DNV) • Dorchester Maritime Ltd • DSD Shipping AS • E.R. Schiffahrt GMBH & CIE. KG • Ernst Russ GmbH & Co. KG • Euronav Ship Management • Exmar Ship Management • Faisal Marine & Trading Company • FAL Shipping Co Ltd • Finaval SpA • Flota Petrolera Ecuatoriana • Francois Marine Services Pte Ltd • Fred Olsen Marine Services AS • Fuji Trading (Marine) BV • Gardline Geo Surveys Ltd • Global Marine Systems Ltd • Golden Harvest Shipping Service Co. • Heerema Marine Contractors Nederland B.V • HMS Hanseatic Marine Services GmbH & Co.KG • Hoegh Fleet Services • Hutton & Co (Ship Chandlers) Ltd • Internaut Shipping Ltd • ITC Management BV • J. Lauritzen A/S • James Fisher Shipping Services • Kaalbye Shipping Int. Ltd • Khimji Ramdas Shipping LLC • Klaveness Maritime Agency, Inc • Kongsberg Maritime Ltd • KTL Ship Supply • Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. • Lemissoler Ship Management • Maersk Ship Management • Marine Turbo Engineering Ltd • Marinehub PTE Ltd • Massoel Meridian Ltd • Meridian Marine Management • Mermaid Offshore Services • Middle East Fuji LLC • Modec Management Services • MOL Ship Management (Europe) BV • Navimar SA • Neva Metall Trade Ltd • Newfront Shipping S.A • Northern Marine Management • Novoship (UK) Ltd • OSG Ship Management • OW Bunkers • Paradise Navigation S.A • Pearl Marine Services W.L.L. • Phoenix Reederei Bereederungs GmbH • Polis Business, Lda • Port of London Authority • Prestige Marine Group • Princess Crusies Line Ltd Pte Ltd • Reederei Blue Star GmbH • Rickmers Shipmanagement (Singapore) Pte Ltd • RK Offshore Management Pte Ltd • Runtong Marine Service Company Ltd • SAGA Shipping Co. Ltd • Saipem S.A • Scandlines Danmark A/S • Schaar & Niemeyer Pte Ltd • Sea Star Line LLC • Seatrade Groningen • Seatruck Ferries Ltd • Seaway Marine Transport • Shell International Trading & Shipping • Single Buoy Moorings • STAR Reefers • Starindo Capricorn Shipping Pte Ltd • Swire Pacific Offshore • Tecto NV • Teekay Navion Offshore Loading • Teekay Shipping Spain • Tidewater Marine North Sea Ltd • Torm Shipping India Trading Co. • Triton Schiffahrts GMBH • Unicom Management Services (Cyprus) Ltd • United Marine Dredging • V Ships • Valour Offshore Marine Services Pte Ltd • VBSK GmbH & Co • Ventrin Petroleum Co. Ltd • Vicolestar • Vroon B.V. • VT Shipbuilding • Wallem Ship Management Ltd HKG • Wilhelmsen • Woodman Towers Business Solutions

FUTURE COURSES

Postgraduate Diploma in Marine InsuranceDiploma in Marine Accident InvestigationDiploma in Maritime Business ManagementCertificate in Maritime Environmental Management Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime LawCertificate in Naval ArchitectureDiploma in Ship ManagementDiploma in Ship SuperintendencyMBA in Shipping & Logistics

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The best thing about this course is that it takes into consideration your situation as an employee and doesn’t put you under stress. I was able to study at my own convenience and that helped

a lot(M. Rhayem, Abou Merhi Lines Ship Management)

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

Purchasing StrategyLearning Outcomes:• Describe the different types of risk and related regulations • Discuss the importance of vendor development• Analyse product and services placement and their specific

considerations to the role of the Ship and Port Agent

• Supply chain management• Risk management - Insurance of goods in transit• Total cost of ownership• Developing suppliers • Approval of suppliers• Positioning products and services• Outsourcing

Inventory ManagementLearning Outcomes:• Describe the categories of goods and services• Define the issues and calculate the cost of holding stock• Explain the principles ‘just in time’ and ‘on demand’ and

describe how they work and may be applied

• Categories of goods and services: raw materials and recommended differing approaches

• Stock: holding, valuation, cost and stock control methods

• Integration of ship maintenance with spares requirements and purchasing

- Minimum stock levels - buying in time and commonality of spares across the fleet

• Management techniques• Just in time (JIT)/on demand• Warehousing design, materials handling ‘lean

manufacturing techniques’• Information, documentation and transaction

recording

Maritime Supply Chain Automation and Systems

Learning Outcomes:• Describe the difference in requirements for an office and

vessel based purchasing system• Analyse e-commerce methodology and its influence

within the maritime supply chain• Demonstrate basic knowledge of electronic data

standards

• Purchasing systems - Office based systems - Vessel based systems - Interface of purchasing systems with PMS and

accounting systems• Electronic purchasing systems• E-commerce - What is e-commerce? - Status - Current commercial provider• Electronic data standards - Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) - Marine Trading Markup Language (MTML)• Electronic catalogues - IMPA marine stores guide - ISSA marine stores guide• Using the web - Asset visibility - In-transit visibility - Management Information Systems (MIS)

Finance, Accounting and Business Analysis

Learning Outcomes:• Explain how services and goods are costed• Demonstrate financial awareness of procurement

decisions to the business • Demonstrate basic knowledge of project management

• Finance - Types: debt, equity, other - Sources of finance • Accounting - Balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow

statement, MIS - Evaluation techniques • Vessel budgeting - Setting budgets with budget holders - Phasing of budgets • Costing • Total cost calculation • Capital project appraisal - Return on investment (ROI) - Payback - Discounted cash flow (DCF) - Net present value (NPV) - Internal rate of return (IRR) • Analysing supplier information• Projects - Purchasing and financial management - Introduction to project management - Basics of purchasing and financial management

of projects

Legal Issues of Marine Purchasing Contracts

Learning Outcomes:• Describe the principal concepts of law relevant to contracts• Explain what other liabilities arise in marine purchasing

relationships• Analyse the use of law to manage commercial relationships

• Introductory overview • Jurisdiction and applicable law - International law - Private and public law• The nature of English common law • Tort: negligence and misrepresentation • An introduction to contract law • Sale of goods contracts • Supply of goods and services contracts • Agency • Dispute resolution and evidence

Global Logistics and International Purchasing

Learning Outcomes:• Discuss the documentation required for the international

movement of goods• Analyse the term multi-modal and its influence on the

costs and logistics to the purchaser and supplier• Evaluate the potential effects of price volatility and

currency fluctuations and how to minimise these risks when dealing internationally

• International issues: INCOTERMS, documentation - Description of various terms used internationally • Modes of transport and multi-modal logistics • Responsibilities for insurance • Ports and customs clearance • Currency exchange risk and hedging methods • Payment methods

International Maritime Controls

Learning Outcomes:• Identify the key international organisations in maritime

and international trade• Evaluate the controls, procedures and compliances in

international trade• Discuss the elements contributing to the audit trail of a

maritime shipment

• International organisations - The International Maritime Organization (IMO) - The World Customs Organization (WCO) - The World Trade Organization (WTO) • International legislation - SOLAS - MARPOL - Hague-Visby Rules - Harmonised tariff - CT-PAT - ISO 9000/9001 - ISO 14000 - ISO 28000/28001 - Sarbanes-Oxley • Controls and procedures - Import customs controls - Export customs controls - Import duty relief - Rules of origin and trade preferences - Export licensing - Movements within the European Union • Compliances - Audit trails - Logistics and commercial - Customs documentation - Accuracy of information - Internal records - Proof of shipment

Case Study: Purchasing Management

Draws together the knowledge learnt from this course, online research and purchasing experience. A comprehensive and detailed action proposal(s) including reasoning, shall be expected from the participant for each situation presented.

The course teaches you the basics you need to start in purchasing field

(Student, 2013)

The best thing about the course is that we increased our knowledge about the purchase

& supply chain activities in the shipping industry

(Student, 2013)

All aspects of the course are beneficial and can be applied to my daily role. It is an intense course but is delivered in a way

that allows you to fit it around your work schedule

(L. Carey, Bibby Ship Management Ltd)

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ACCREDITING AND SUPPORTING BODIES

DELIVERED BYLloyd’s Maritime Academy has for over 35 years provided training programmes for the maritime and transport industry. Through distance learning, face-to-face seminars and bespoke training, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy enables career enhancement and progression regardless of work commitments or location. Working with leading academics and industry bodies, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy aims to be

the trusted brand for professional development within the shipping, ports, transport and logistics industry. www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com

National Maritime Training Centre is based on the River Thames at Gravesend and is part of North West Kent College. Formerly the Gravesend National Sea Training College, the Centre has a long heritage in the training of seafarers and shore-side personnel and remains a

major provider of education and training services to the maritime industry. The Centre is approved by the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency to issue STCW certificates of competency.The College is at the forefront of the provision of further and higher education in the south east of England. It caters for more than 4,500 full-time students across two main campuses, with a wide variety of academic and vocational courses, as well as professional education and training via short courses, part-time study or distance learning. Full-time and part-time higher education programmes and foundation degrees are delivered via a partnership with the University of Greenwich.The College is committed to helping students to achieve their ambition – whether they wish to gain their first job, achieve high-level professional qualifications, change career or prepare for their next promotion. The College takes pride in working in partnership with industry to provide the correct mix of knowledge and practical skills that are required to sustain the workforce.The North West Kent College is a partner of Lloyd’s Maritime Academy in delivering this course and manages assessment, quality assurance and the award of the professional development Diploma. www.nwkcollege.ac.uk/nmtc

The Institute of Chartered ShipbrokersThe Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) is the professional body that represents shipbrokers, managers and agents worldwide. With 23 branches in key shipping

areas, 3,500 individuals and 120 companies, membership of ICS shows a commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards across the shipping industry. Successful completion of the Lloyd’s Maritime Academy Diploma in Marine Purchasing & Supply Management provides exemptions to the Introduction to Shipping course examinations. www.ics.org.uk

The Marine SocietyThe Marine Society recognises the particular

value of Lloyd’s Maritime Academy’s programmes for seafarers and is committed to enhancing the well-being of professional seafarers from all the sea services whether they be serving, former or prospective seafarers. Amongst the London based organisation’s operations are the promotion and facilitation of seafarers’ education; the provision of an exchange onboard book/media service to ships throughout the world; expert, impartial and confidential advice on any matter of concern to seafarers; and assuming a leading role in promoting the sea as a career. www.marine-society.org

Stephen Watkins Cert Ed, MlfLStephen started at sea in 1980 as Deck Trainee, took his Deck Officer’s exams at the Merchant Navy College, Greenhithe in 1984 and then sailed as 2nd Mate for a couple of years before moving ashore. After three years in retail management with Tesco PLC he got

the opportunity to join the National Sea Training College (NSTC) at Gravesend, as Nautical Instructor teaching safety and seamanship to Pre-Sea Trainees. In 1996 Stephen became Nautical Lecturer following the merger of NSTC with NWK College delivering nautical and safety courses. During this time Stephen has also been programme coordinator for distance learning students studying Marine and Port NVQs. The NSTC has recently been renamed to the National Maritime Training Centre (NMTC), based at North West Kent College. During his time in maritime training Stephen has completed a Certificate in Education with Greenwich University, NVQ Assessor and Internal Verifier Awards, ILM Certificate in Management and ILM Diploma in Management.

Bharat HoraBharat has more than 30 years’ maritime experience. He started his career with the Shipping Corporation of India as a junior engineer in 1980, after graduating from the Directorate of Marine Engineering Training. He continued to rise in ranks, sailing as Chief Engineer

for three years with Univan Ship Management, before taking a job ashore as a marine engineering trainer. Since then, he has lived in various countries such as Canada, USA, Singapore, Australia and India, working in senior management positions for a shipyard, a large ship management company, a marine consultancy and a ship services company. Bharat spent over ten years in marine purchasing with responsibilities including setting up, centralising and managing a purchasing office for Barber (Wilhelmsen) Ship Management handling 180 vessels. Presently Mr. Hora is working independently as a vessel auditor, maritime trainer and new building consultant. He is a Member of IMarEST and Supply Chain Management Association of Canada and a Life Member of the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) and Institution of Naval Architects (India).

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IN-COMPANY TRAINING Distance learning, face-to-face workshops, webinars and blended delivery

Cut costs while improving performanceEnsuring a good return on your training investment is critical for all our clients and, whether delivered by distance learning or instructor led workshops, Lloyd’s Maritime Academy delivers the best training, at a competitive price and from a reliable partner. Lloyd’s Maritime Academy delivers all three and you can save up to 40% on your local, regional and global training investment.Many organisations have realised that Lloyd’s Maritime Academy’s programmes offer so much more than conventional training courses – whether it’s for graduate intakes, needs-led coaching, supervisor and management training or boot camps. There are a number of reasons why, including:4 Working intensely to understand our clients’ business issues to

deliver the highest added value4 Improving employee skills, knowledge and performance, helping to

accelerate development and building organisational capability4 Advancing our clients’ global knowledge sharing and collaboration4 Developing team based learning and internal networks which

support workforce development4 Delivering instructor led workshops or webinars focused on a

client’s particular business challenges4 Developing courses with practitioners, for practitioners, with a focus

on practical skills and knowledge4 Implementing blended solutions which incorporate online learning

platforms, including hosted corporate learning environments4 Delivering at your location anywhere in the world4 Supporting our clients consistently for over 15 years, offering a

secure, trustworthy and low risk solutionYou are welcome to place individual students or groups on any of our publically advertised distance learning courses, or for larger groups we will deliver to your individual requirements, including blended delivery solutions, customised assessments, flexible timescales and dedicated support for learning and development managers.To find out more about the benefits of Corporate In-Company Training call +44 (0)20 7017 4455 or email [email protected].

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3. TAXES The fees stated are exclusive of any applicable VAT, sales, service or similar taxes (which will be charged, where applicable, at the appropriate rate as at the date of invoice). Where payment is subject to a withholding tax the student will apply the reduced rate under the appropriate double tax treaty, if applicable, and agree to provide LMA with a certificate of tax deduction within three months of payment. If a certificate of tax deduction is not provided within three months, you will become immediately liable to pay the outstanding amount.

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ABOUT THE COURSEAPPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online at www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/mpsYour application will be reviewed by the course team before being forwarded to the Course Director / academic partner for

approval. Participants will be notified by email if they have been successful or not in their enrolment. This process can take two to four weeks to complete. An invoice will also be sent if you are accepted onto the course. Please ensure that you enrol in sufficient time for your application to be processed and approved as well as your invoice paid prior to the start date. Enrolments after the application deadline will be accepted but payment is due with your application and will be refunded if your enrolment is declined.

COURSE FEES: ONLINE DIPLOMA FEE: The fee covers access to the modules; assessment marking; forum access; tutor support and the issuing of the Diploma/Certificate.

EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT: Participants applying early in the enrolment process may be entitled to an early booking discount. Please check the enrolment form for details and deadlines.

INSTALMENTS: The course fee can be paid in three equal instalments over the first six months of the course. If required, please indicate your requirement for this on your enrolment form.

PAYMENT: If you have not received an invoice within one month of applying for the course, please call us on +44 (0)20 7017 5510.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:Participants should be able to prove the following minimum levels of prior educational attainment:

A-Level standard or equivalent (High School) or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or No formal qualifications but participants who can demonstrate a number of years of relevant industry experience are welcome to apply.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ABILITY: The course is conducted entirely in English. Applicants must have an adequate command of English in order to meet the demands of the course.

COURSE DURATION: STARTS: 15th June 2015 with the release of the first module. Modules are released onto the website once every four weeks.

ENDS: 3rd June 2016 as the final date for access to the materials and submission of your assessments.

TEACHING METHOD: The course is delivered by distance learning, with access to online forums. Electronic versions of the materials in PDF format are available to download, save to your computer, and print from the course website.

PLEASE NOTE: Every effort will be made by the organisers to distribute the materials at the rate specified. However, occasionally, certain unforeseen circumstances may delay the delivery of a module.

EXTRA MATERIALS REQUIRED:The modules are designed to be self-contained; however, a supplementary reading list will be included in the course

handbook.

COURSE WEBSITE:The course website has been developed in order to offer participants convenient and flexible access to course modules and

support materials. The website also provides access to a course discussion forum allowing you to enhance your learning experience through interaction with your fellow participants.

WEBSITE ACCESS:Your username and password will be supplied by the course start date. It is essential that you provide a current personal email address

on your application form to enable us to send you access details without delay.

ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE:Assessments are a compulsory element of the course and occur at regular intervals throughout. They include a variety of formats

designed to test understanding of all the modules. All assessments must be passed in order to gain the Diploma.

Full details regarding assessments will be provided in your course handbook once the course commences.

STUDY TIME:As a rough guide, you may spend between 10 and 30 hours studying each module in a month with additional time needed

to complete the assessments. Studying time is conditional upon the participant’s preferred study style, existing knowledge, experience and whether English is their mother tongue. The nature of a distance learning programme requires students to adopt a disciplined and independent approach to their studies. In order to study independently, you will require good time management skills and self motivation.

TUTOR SUPPORT:COURSE DIRECTOR:To support you during your studies the course director is available to

help with any subject and assessment issues via the online forum or by email.

ADMINISTRATION:For matters relating to enrolment, module delivery, and technical queries,contact Sharlene Richards, Senior Course Manager at Lloyd’s MaritimeAcademy on tel: +44 (0)20 7017 7383, fax: +44 (0)20 7017 7854 or email:[email protected].

COURSE AWARDS: The following awards are presented by the North West Kent College on completion of the course.

DIPLOMA: Satisfactorily passing all of the assessments will result in the award of a Diploma. Participants are either awarded a pass, merit or distinction depending on the level of their achievement.

CERTIFICATE: If you are unable to complete the course, you may be able to gain a certificate acknowledging the assessments you have passed. Note: This information provided is a broad outline of what students can expect from the course. Accepted applicants should refer to their course handbook for a more comprehensive overview of the course. This is a Lloyd’s Maritime Academy programme, jointly developed by North West Kent College and Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, with enrolment and delivery managed by Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, and assessment, quality assurance and award by North West Kent College. All information is correct at the time of going to print and due to any unforeseen circumstances may be subject to change without prior notice.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”

www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/mps

[email protected]

Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 7279 / +1 (646) 957 8929

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