ICM Diploma in Maritime Management | Institute of Business and Management IBAM London

Summary

In addition to providing a comprehensive knowledge of each of the major business and maritime functions, the structure of the course ensures that students have the widest possible range of career, employment and higher education options open to them on successful completion of their studies
ICM Diploma equates to level 1 of a degree. Allows direct entry into level 2/year 2 of an appropriate Honours degree programme.
Duration: Six months
Entry requirements: The Institute operates an ‘Open Access’ policy in respect of many of its vocational programmes but prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are recommended for those wishing to undertake the ICM Diploma programme:
- One GCE A-level plus Three GCSEs (or equivalents)
- A relevant ICM Certificate award
- Any qualification equivalent to one or more of the above.
- The minimum age for registration for this programme is 18
- Applicants over the age of 20 who do not hold one of the recommended entrance qualifications may also register for the programme providing they have been in fulltime employment for a minimum of two years.
Exemptions: Students holding relevant recognised qualifications from other professional bodies may apply for exemptions on a subject-for-subject basis. Documentary evidence is required before any decision can be made.
Fees: To be announced

Program Structure

The Diploma in Maritime Management is an ideal course for students seeking to familiarise themselves with the key areas of the Shipping industry. It provides a recognised qualification required for further studies and it is an excellent academic route for students seeking a career in Shipping.

Subjects

The Business of Shipping
Maritime Operations
International Trade and Transport
Maritime Economics

Advantages

ICM Diplomas represent a level of qualification that recognises the ability to gain, and where relevant apply a range of knowledge, skills and understanding.
ICM Diploma holders should be able to display competence in the application of knowledge in a broad range of varied work activities performed in a wide variety of contexts, most of which are complex and non-routine.
Learning at this level involves obtaining detailed knowledge and skills appropriate for people working independently, or providing basic supervision and training of others in their field of work and people wishing to go to university.
Progression is available from the ICM Diploma & Advanced Diploma in to the second year of relevant degree programmes at a range of Universities.