Foundation Diploma in Shipping
Description
This diploma is offered as an evening course in NMCI and is accredited by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers in London. It is suitable for those involved in the world of shipping, transport, freight forwarding, port operations and ship agency work.
Support from the Irish Maritime Development Office for the Foundation Diploma in Shipping
"As the government agency charged with the task of developing Ireland’s maritime sector, the IMDO has, as a cornerstone of its policy, invested heavily in developing maritime education on the island of Ireland. We recognize that the key to attracting both investment from players in International Shipping and ancillary services and to developing Ireland’s indigenous maritime business is a strong knowledge base. In our eyes, the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers qualification represents a commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards across the shipping industry. Moving forward we will continue to support the work of the ICS in Ireland and the development of Irish maritime professionals”.
Course Programme
The course covers two subjects:
- Introduction to Shipping
- Port Agency
Duration
The course runs from 7 - 9 pm one night per week for 20 weeks from September to December and January - Easter annually. Examinations take place at Easter annually.
Contact
Course Co-ordinator Mr. Roddy Cooke (021) 4970 641.
E-mail : roddy.cooke@nmci.ie
How to apply
A course application form can be downloaded here and returned to the CIT Administration Office, NMCI, Ringaskiddy, Cork along with the course fee in order to complete registration.
The course code is CR_MSHIP_6.