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ICS Launches Online Classes for Shipping Professionals Worldwide

Press Release: The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (The Institute) has launched a high-quality online learning programme in cooperation with the London School of Shipping for shipping professionals worldwide.

The London School of Shipping online classes offer support to all maritime students interested in starting or boosting their careers in shipping and who do not have access to local classes. Classes begin at 6.30pm GMT and are open to international students where time zones permit.

Get qualified and recognised as a maritime professional
The programme is led by experienced industry leaders and tutors who prepare students for the Institute’s examinations leading to recognised industry qualifications: the Foundational Diploma, the Advanced Diploma, and the Professional Qualifying Examinations (PQE). Those holding the PQE qualifications are eligible for membership to the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, a highly valued accreditation in the industry.

Students are able to choose from a range of 8 different subjects offered by online evening classes including:

  • Economics of Sea Transport and International Trade
  • Introduction to Shipping
  • Legal Principles in Shipping Business
  • Shipping Business
  • Tanker Chartering (beginning January 2021)
  • Dry cargo Chartering (beginning January 2021)
  • Ship Operations and Management
  • Ship Sale and Purchase

Each subject is covered with 12 x 2 hour classes and includes annual student registration, books and materials and examination entry.

Investing in professional knowledge and career prospects

“For school leavers, young people, industry professionals; there has never been a more important time for you to invest in your education. The Institute study programme is designed with you in mind. It’s flexible, affordable, challenging and with some hard work it’s even possible to receive a professional qualification with a few months dedication following a well structured programme. This pandemic will pass and the shipping industry is changing fast, so give some thought on what you can achieve during this time to put yourself in the strongest career position come what may.”

Says Interim Director of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, Robert Hill.

A fully-inclusive and affordable method of study
The Institute has a very competitive offer that is affordable to individuals and companies. Whatever your circumstances, the Institute offers:

  • A comprehensive syllabus
    • Affordable prices
    • Flexible study options
    • Recognised qualifications
    • An International network

The Institute is also offering a ten percent discount for those booking for more than one class.

For further information please visit the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers website: https://www.ics.org.uk/about-us/international-network/london-school-of-shipping

About the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS)

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers is the only internationally recognised professional body in the commercial maritime domain representing shipbrokers, ship managers, agents and all members of the shipping industry worldwide. Founded in 1911 and awarded a Royal Charter in 1920, it has 26 branches in key locations worldwide with over 4,000 individual Members and Fellows. The Institute sets and examines the syllabus for membership, providing the shipping industry with a constant stream of highly qualified professionals. Members of the Institute are committed to maintaining the highest professional standards across the shipping industry and, as part of a professional body, members enjoy the benefits of an enhanced career in the shipping industry.

30 Park Street London SE1 9EQ, +44 (0) 20 7357 9722, enquiries@ics.org.uk

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