Description
Course Name: Certificate in Shipping Management
Course Id: CSM/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10th Grade (High School) or Equivalent.
Objective: A Certificate in Shipping Management is a specialized program designed to provide individuals with a strong foundation in the shipping and maritime industry, covering key areas such as logistics, port operations, international trade regulations, fleet management, and maritime law. The course equips professionals with the skills needed to efficiently manage shipping operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize supply chain logistics in global trade.
Duration: Three Month.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus:
Introduction to Shipping Industry: Overview of shipping industry, History and evolution of shipping, Types of ships and their uses, Major global shipping routes, Ports and harbors, Basic shipping terminology, Importance of shipping in global trade, Overview of maritime organizations (IMO, ICS), Role of shipping agents, Structure of a shipping company.
Shipping Operations and Logistics: Cargo handling procedures, Containerization and intermodal transport, Port operations and stevedoring, Shipping documentation (B/L, MTD, etc.), Inventory and warehouse management, Freight forwarding process, Coordination with inland transport, Use of shipping software systems, Tracking and tracing cargo.
Maritime Laws and Regulations: Introduction to maritime law, International maritime conventions, Shipping and admiralty law basics, Customs laws and clearance procedures, Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, Marine insurance regulations, Bill of Lading legal importance, Role of international bodies (IMO, UNCTAD), Flag state vs port state control, Legal issues in cargo claims.
Freight Management and Chartering: Types of charter (voyage, time, bareboat), Freight rate structures and calculations, Market indices (Baltic Dry Index), Demurrage and dispatch, Freight contracts and clauses, Liner vs tramp shipping, Role of brokers and agents, Negotiation in freight contracts, Use of INCOTERMS in freight.
Maritime Safety and Environmental Concerns: Marine pollution and MARPOL, ISM Code and ship safety, Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Waste management at sea, Ballast water management, Ship inspection and audits, Fire and safety equipment, Emergency response and drills, Occupational health onboard ships, Energy efficiency in shipping (EEDI).
Shipping Finance and Risk Management: Sources of shipping finance, Ship valuation and appraisal, Leasing and ship mortgages, Budgeting and cost control, Risk assessment in shipping, Hedging and insurance mechanisms, Marine insurance policies (Hull, Cargo, P&I), Claims management, Financial analysis of shipping companies, Investment trends in shipping industry.
