Leadership and Management

Coaching is a means to guide people by improving their skills or developing new ones. It should be done in an effective manner.

Marine pneumatic systems are vital in the merchant navy for various shipboard operations. They rely on compressed air to power equipment and control systems. Understanding their basics, maintenance, and safety practices is essential for ensuring efficient and safe maritime operations.

Gratitude is a powerful practice that can positively transform one's life and well-being. Expressing gratitude has been found to improve mental health by reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, enhancing overall well-being, improving self-esteem, and increasing resilience. It also fosters better relationships by promoting appreciation, kindness, and forgiveness, leading to stronger connections.

This course is tailored for cadets, and also recently qualified officers and ratings (beginners). This course will guide you through the basics of engine room operations.

In the dynamic world of the Merchant Navy, the Environmental Officer plays a vital role in championing environmental protection and sustainability at sea. As the custodian of our oceans and marine ecosystems, the Environmental Officer is committed to minimising the industry’s environmental impact and ensuring compliance with international regulations. With a focus on pollution prevention, waste management, energy efficiency, and emissions reduction, the Environmental Officer is instrumental in shaping a greener and more responsible maritime future.

Risk assessment and mitigation in marine engineering, within the merchant navy, is a comprehensive process crucial for maritime safety and environmental protection. It involves identifying a wide range of risks, from operational and technical to environmental and human-related. Implementing safety management systems (SMS) and complying with international safety codes like ISM are vital.

Psychological distress is not always as visible as physical injuries but can be just as painful and debilitating. When people are faced with extreme situations that result in disaster, many will experience intense emotions in the form of apprehension and fear, as well as uncertainty and confusion.

Time management and productivity are crucial elements of success in both personal and professional life. When we manage our time effectively, we are able to complete tasks efficiently, meet deadlines, and achieve our goals.

No one knows when a crisis or an emergency will occur. Therefore, it is important that an ‘Emergency Preparedness Meeting’ is held as soon as the Master or the CE signs on. In this short course, you will be introduced to a version of an Emergency Preparedness meeting which may be novel to you.

Today’s leadership literature focuses mostly on what high-performing leaders should do. A theoretical and aspirational point of view is certainly aided by the information provided. Leaders are haunted by their errors on a day-to-day basis. If someone makes a mistake, it is not because they are bad people; instead, it is more likely that they are stumbling due to ignorance, poor habits, or excessive stress.

This Leadership and Management Communication course is designed to equip you with the foundational skills and insights necessary to excel as effective leaders and managers in today's dynamic and interconnected business environment.

Welcome. In today’s diverse world, understanding and embracing inclusion is essential for a thriving, innovative workplace. This interactive course equips you with the knowledge and skills to champion diversity in both personal and professional settings.