This course aims to introduce you to the essentials of shipping business practice.
Supported by lessons on the varied divisions of the industry, study of this module will ensure a solid knowledge and understanding of all the elements of maritime business.
This Introduction to Shipping module is an essential opening to the maritime world.
Lessons in commercial geography, international trade, cargoes, trade routes, ship types and shipping practitioners set the scene for those unfamiliar with the basic make up of the shipping industry.
Further study on practical working elements of contracts, law of carriage, ship registration, classification, and basic accounting equips students with the technical know-how to effectively operate in shipping businesses.
