Are you ready to enhance your expertise in shipping law and take your career to new heights?
Following the success of last year’s program, Hellenic Management Centre, in collaboration with the Centre for Commercial Law Studies of Queen Mary University of London, is thrilled to offer the Executive Course in Shipping Law for second year in a row.
About the Course
Executive Course in Shipping Law provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal issues impacting the shipping industry. With 27 teaching hours spread over 5 weeks, this online course is perfect for busy professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge without interrupting their careers.
Course Highlights
📚 Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering a broad spectrum of topics, including contract law, agency law principles, and maritime law.
👨🏫 Expert Instructors: Learn from leading academics and industry practitioners
💼 Practical Insights: Engage with real-world case studies and class discussions to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.
🔗 Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals, industry leaders, and legal experts.
This 5 week course is designed to provide a rigorous dissection of the legal issues affecting all parts of the shipping industry:
Module 1: Introduction to Maritime Law
Module 2: Charterparties and Bills of Lading
Module 3: Introduction to Carriage of Goods by Sea
Module 4: Admiralty and Wet Shipping Law
Module 5: Marine Insurance Law
Module 6: Dispute Resolution
Key Benefits
Familiarize yourself with widely used standard contract terms and their implications.
Gain insights into the legal liabilities arising from maritime operations or cargo handling.
Learn about the legal effects of contractual breaches, including cargo and crew claims.
WHO SHOULD ENROL?
- Chartering and operation executives
- Claims handlers and marine insurance professionals
- Commodity traders
- Paralegals in international law firms
- Solicitors with exposure to shipping transactions
- Shipbrokers
- Freight forwarders
- Master mariners and those with seagoing experience
- Law students/graduates
Prior knowledge of maritime law or dispute resolution is not required.
Application deadline: 30 September 2026
Fees: 1900 EUR (Including tuition fees and study packs)
ICS Members are eligible for a discount 20%.
