LMI Certificate in Shipping Management | Course Handbook
Welcome to the Lloyd’s Maritime Institute (LMI), the leading distance learning
academic institution for advanced maritime training. Through
partnerships with the INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, NAMS Global
and FIEM and as an International Training Center fully accredited by The
International Association of Marine and Shipping Professionals (IAMSP), the
institute provides the best quality and internationally recognized training and
certification.
You are about to embark on the Shipping Management training that will lead you
to become Accredited as Shipping Executive recognized by the marine industry
professionals. The Institute will support you as you learn, adding new subjects to
its curriculum along with additional training courses to provide you with the
skills and certifications to fulfill the necessary requirements which are applying
to Classification societies. The Institute will combine the highest standard
maritime training with advice and guidance to ensure that you can learn
effectively and enjoyably.
The Institute takes its obligations to each of its students and professional trainees
very seriously. You have registered for a course not only to gain certification but
also to develop particular competence and knowledge and our staff want to help
you to achieve your objectives. As a student of the Institute, you have the support
of the Institute and its partners to assist you during your training.
I hope that you will find your association with the Institute an inspiring and
rewarding experience. We wish you well in your studies.
Dr. Talal ALADWANI
Chairman of Education and Training
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Contents :
1. INFORMATION ABOUT IAMSP AND INTERCARGO ...........................................................................1
2. STUDENT RECORDS ....................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Eligibility to Membership of the I.A.M.S.P .................................. 2
2.2 Code of Conduct ............................................................ 2
2.3 Use of Logo ................................................................ 2
2.4 Changing Names ............................................................. 2
2.5 Changing Addresses and Personal Information ................................. 2
2.6 Personal Data .............................................................. 2
3. COURSE GUIDANCE NOTES ........................................................................................................ 3
3.1 Modules .................................................................... 3
4. STUDY SUPPORT ........................................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Support Arrangements........................................................ 4
4.2 IAMSP Membership Support .................................................... 4
4.3 Access to your Study Material ............................................... 4
4.4 Guidelines and News......................................................... 4
5. STUDYING .................................................................................................................................... 5
5.1 Downloads .................................................................. 5
5.2 Modules .................................................................... 5
5.3 Flexible Studying .......................................................... 5
6. ASSIGNMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 6
6.1 Preparing Assignments ....................................................... 6
6.2 Referencing ................................................................ 6
6.3 Submitting Assignments ...................................................... 6
7. TERMS AND CONDITION ............................................................................................................... 7
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1. INFORMATION ABOUT IAMCS AND INTERCARGO
1.1 International Association of Marine Surveyors (I.A.M.C.S)
The International Association of Marine Consultants and Surveyors
(IAMCS) is the Professional Body for marine surveyors world-wide. The
association is an independent, non- political organization.
The I.A.M.C.S aims to advance the reputation of international marine
surveying and it is associated aspects by means of enforcing the skills of
its members.
The aims of the I.A.M.C.S are:
1. To promote professionalism and the advancement of knowledge in
the field of marine surveying, which the Association defines as being
‘the service provided to maritime and transport organisations in
general and the production of guidance reports for all other bodies
connected with maritime operations or maritime trade.
2. To maintain high professional standards decreed in a Code of
Conduct and to assist members to develop and maintain high
practicing standards.
3. To seek recognition from government organisations, port
authorities, the International Maritime Organization, licensed
marine underwriters, insurance companies, ship owners and
marine lawyers
4. To put into practice the high standards of the Association and
consequently, to assist, support and guide junior surveyors or those
who are just starting their training.
5. To confer professional status on those who contribute to and
encourage safety, professionalism and unity amongst those
concerned with the shipment of cargo, marine surveying, marine
superintendence and marine consulting.
6. To bring together experts whose specialized knowledge and practical
expertise will enhance the reputation of marine surveyors and
marine consultants.
7. To organize and evaluate the training of future marine surveyors.
More information about the Association is available from the
Administration Office or via the Association website: www.interams.org
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1.1 The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO)
1.2.1. Introduction
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) is
representing the interests of quality dry cargo shipowners. INTERCARGO
convened for the first time in 1980 in London and has been participating
with consultative status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
since 1993.
INTERCARGO provides the forum where dry bulk shipowners, managers
and operators are informed about, discuss and share concerns on key
topics and regulatory challenges, especially in relation to safety, the
environment and operational excellence. The Association takes forward its
Members’ positions to the IMO, as well as to other shipping and
international industry fora, having free and fair competition as a principle.
INTERCARGO is committed to safety and quality in ship operations, with
a focus on operational efficiency and the protection of the marine
environment.
1.2.2. Role
The incumbent Chairman of INTERCARGO is Mr. Dimitris J. Fafalios.
INTERCARGO’s Members predominantly operate Bulk Carriers in the
international dry bulk trades, such as coal, grain, iron ore and other bulk
commodities. INTERCARGO’s main role is to work with our Members, the
Regulators and other Shipping Associations to ensure that shipping
operates safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound way.
INTERCARGO actively participates in the development of global legislation
through the International Maritime Organization and other international
bodies.
1.2.3. History
INTERCARGO is the brainchild of Antony J. Chandris who pursued a
vision of creating a forum which would draw together individual dry cargo
shipowners for the common benefit: a forum where matters of mutual
interest and concern could be discussed and resolved. The first General
Meeting of the Association took place on 23rd April, 1980 in London.
INTERCARGO Chairmen, Vice-Chairmen, and Secretary Generals
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2. STUDENT RECORDS
2.1 Eligibility to Membership of the I.A.M.S.P
On enrolment to an Institute Diploma or Certificate course, all candidates become
eligible to apply for Membership status of the International Association of Marine and
Shipping Professionals. The membership lasts for the duration of the course (12
months on registration) and on successful completion of the course, the professional
trainee will be upgraded to Full Membership after been approved by the IAMSP
membership committee as a Shipping Executive.
2.2 Code of Conduct
All members of the Association are subject to the Association Code of Conduct.
More details are available on IAMSP website at www.iamsp.org.
2.3 Use of Logo
The code of conduct includes rules concerning the use of the IAMSP logo. Once the
training completed and your membership application approved, you may use the
IAMSP logo on your business cards.
2.4 Changing Names
If you change any of your names during the training period, you must tell the Institute
in writing and provide appropriate documentary evidence, e.g.:
✓ Letter witnessed by your GP.
✓ Deed poll.
✓ Letter of declaration signed by a solicitor or a Justice of the Peace.
✓ An affidavit sworn before a Notary Public.
We have to be satisfied as to your true identity so that we can maintain the security
of confidential information we hold within your records.
2.5 Changing Addresses and Personal Information
If you change your address, telephone numbers or email addresses please ensure you
notify the institute by email to the address at the bottom of the page.
2.6 Personal Data
The Lloyd’s Maritime Institute is committed to the principles of data protection and
best practice in handling information. All your recorded personal information are
used to manage registration, study, examination and other services related to your
training and will only be processed for the purposes you were informed about on
your registration form.
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3. COURSE GUIDANCE NOTES
3.1 Modules
The modular material for this course is comprehensive, each subject covers a
different aspect within the shipping professional’s working environment and the aims
of the subject are clearly stated in the introduction.
4. STUDY SUPPORT
4.1 Support Arrangements
Lloyd’s Maritime Institute Office Contacts:
Course Program Administrator Student Support Administrator
[email protected] [email protected]Students are advised that they can write to the Assessors for each of the Modules,
whom are available for help and assistance.
The Education team is available to offer advice and assistance in all matters
concerning the course, study material, assignments and certification.
4.2 IAMSP Membership Support
Prior to joining the association as an Accredited Shipping Executive, the Association
will ensure for new coming students to the Shipping management industry in need of
training to benefit from available internship opportunities with the association’s
partners. Each request from LMI enrolled students will be considered and support
will be given to the students wishing to pursue their training in their country of
residency.
4.3 Access to your Study Material
All students will be provided with a password for access to their own ‘personal’
student area on the Lloyd’s Maritime Institute website. This area will provide access
to your study material; the modules; supporting training documentation and
assignments that make up your course. News items and useful information will also
be uploaded for your use.
If you are having any problems with logging into the system and accessing your
modules please contact the Education Team on the email shown below:
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4.5 Guidelines and News
Your personal E-learning area contains among others, Web guide Platform, Course
Handbook for the course training, News, Opportunities and Events
agenda and many regularly updated information and details available to enrolled
students.
You will easily identify in your training area:
• The latest training course e-book
• Supporting training documentation
• Assignments and practical training cases that are submitted to your module
assessor for marking and feedback
5. STUDYING
5.1 Downloads
You will need to log in and download units to study from your personal student area
on the website.
5.2 Modules
The training consists on One Core modules with Ten Chapters and Ten
Assignments.
The subject you receive contains the material that you will need to study,
All Modules will be assessed by an assignment. These assignments will be uploaded
and available to you when the Module is issued and will be assessed by the Module
assessor.
We strongly advise you to ensure that you have read and fully understood the
Module.
You are advised to submit your assignment by the date given on your Study Schedule,
but if you find that you have problems with this, please contact the Education team to
update your Schedule according to possible options.
5.3 Flexible Studying
Our flexible study means that you can vary the pace of study if life gets in the way of
learning. The training requires normally a minimum of 2 hours/week to complete the
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certificate in 3 months with additional time required to complete the student
assignments.
6. ASSIGNMENTS
6.1 Preparing Assignments
The preparatory work that you do for an assignment and the process of writing it
should help you to concentrate on specific aspects of the course and to strengthen
what you have learnt.
Use the assignment as though you are writing a report for a client, get into the habit
of checking the spelling and re-reading the assignment before you submit it. All
students and professional trainees are required to complete and pass the module
assignment.
6.2 Referencing
It is of the utmost important that you follow the guidance concerning referencing
given in each Assignment question (usually Page 5). If your referencing has not
been completed as requested your assignment may be returned to you for revision.
We suggest that you:
Use tables, charts, graphs and photographs to present your statistical information and
you can quote sentences and paragraphs from reliable sources to support a task
answer, but:
• Do this effectively
• Not just by copying
• Ensure you reference where this material came from as required
The assignment you submit must be written in your own words.
6.3 Submitting Assignments
Assignments should be typed and not hand written although hand written diagrams
are acceptable and requested in some tasks. Unless you are told otherwise, use A4
paper with a wide margin on the left hand side for any tutor comments. Put your
name and assignment number at the top of every sheet. Please see the suggested
layout at the end of the assignment question.
Ensure you save your Assignment as an MS Word document (.doc) or as a PDF
(.pdf). If you find your document is too large to email you may be able to reduce the
size by compressing your photos.
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Your completed assignments must be emailed to the LMI Education Team at
[email protected] and mark the subject ‘Training Support’. The
Education team will respond to emails within 1 to 3 days, so please ensure you have
received a delivery receipt.
Remember to also send the Signed Declaration Cover Note with each assignment.
The cover note template is included in your personal e-learning account.
PS: Please use Google Chrome as Navigator to avoid any networking issues.
7. TERMS AND CONDITION:
7.1 Courses fee:
When your application is approved, you will be contacted and given details on how
to pay for your course. Courses fees are as follows if registering for individual
courses:
Certificate: 500 USD (full cost)
If registering during the incentive period there is an offered discount, the course fees
are exempt from VAT.
An extension of training period is subject to approval of the institute; in case of
positive outcome you will be billed accordingly.
7.2 Course content:
Studying time: Core and specialist modules- We recommend 60+ hours study
time for each unit with additional time for research. The content of the course is
subject to change at the discretion of the course program director.
Work full time and study part time: Most maritime professional diploma
students work full time and study part time .this flexible route to earning a
qualification allows you to do as much as study as you can alongside your job.
Language of the course: This course will be conducted entirely in English, in
written format, so a good level of English is essential.
7.3 Documentation:
• Course hand book
• Web guide Platform
• Course syllabus
• Enrollment certificate
7.4 Course Start Date:
The training will start immediately upon receipt of your payment.
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7.5 Confidentiality:
Students are advised that assignments are processed as confidential and will not be
shared with any third party outside LMI.
7.6 Cancelation policy:
Cancellation after the acknowledgement of the course handbook and enrollment
certificate is not refundable. In all instances, switch to another course or transfer of
your registration to a colleague is always possible.
7.7 Intellectual
Unless otherwise stated, we or our licensors own the intellectual property rights in
the website and material on the website. Subject to the license below, all our
intellectual property rights are reserved.
7.8 Law and jurisdiction
This notice will be governed by and construed in accordance with English law, and
any disputes relating to this notice shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction.
7.9 License to use web training platform:
You may view, download for caching purposes only and print pages from the
platform, provided that:
(a) You must not republish material from this plate form (including republication on
another website), or reproduce or store material from this website in any public or
private electronic retrieval system;
(b) You must not reproduce duplicate, copy, sell, resell, visit, or otherwise exploit
our plate form or material on our website for a commercial purpose.
7.10 Payment and Payment
When your application is approved you will be contacted by email with a preform
invoice explaining the payment options.
7.11 Ways to pay:
By Bank Transfer to the LMI account
By Credit Card
By PayPal
By Western Union
