Superyacht Operations

Who is This Course Suitable For?

Studying the Superyacht Operations Diploma is perfect for captains and senior crew as well as shore based professionals such as, yacht managers, brokers, yacht agents, recruitment consultants, marine lawyers, owners representatives and project managers.

Duration:

12 – 18 months

Modules:

12 in total

Cost:

Diploma: £2,950

Certificate: £2,150

Recognised by:

University of Portsmouth

Course Structure

About the Course

The Superyacht Operations Diploma will develop and deepen your knowledge of the Superyacht industry and its onboard operations, which in turn will help you to excel in your career. Whether you work at sea or on land, this course will provide you with essential industry knowledge and skills, giving you a better understanding of how to run a Superyacht with success and efficiency.

Module subjects include chartering, operational management, ISM, ISPS, personnel and interior management along with other essential subjects such as accounting, legal aspects, insurance, repairs and maintenance.

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Course Structure

The course consists of 12 modules. All students are required to successfully complete and pass the module assignments. Diploma students will also be required to sit and pass a final examination.

1. An Introduction to the Superyacht Industry

Historical development

Different types and styles of yacht

The industry today – designers, builders, crews, insurers, brokers

The owners and their requirements

The role of the yacht manager

Where can the superyacht be found?

Future trends

2. Personnel

Crew structures and sizes

The role of the Captain

Crew character and qualification requirements including STCW 95

Recruitment, training and retention

Career progression

Contracts of employment, terms and conditions, ships articles

MCA and qualification requirements

International Labour Organisation (ILO)

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

3. Operational Management

Why do we need Management Systems?

Authority, policies and standing orders

Safety management

Documentation and record keeping

Personnel

Risk assessment

4. Interior Management and Catering

Hospitality management review

Operating procedures and policies

Quality management

Health and safety

Food and drinks service

Housekeeping

Specialist guest service

5. Accounting

Financial policy

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Budgeting

Costing

Cash management

Internal controls

Charter accounting

Auditing

Value Added Tax (VAT)

Brexit & VAT

Corporate ownership

Anti money laundering

Bribery ACT

6. Chartering

Superyacht chartering

The Charter Broker Network

Forms of charter agreement – what is included

Chartering seasons and shows

Commercial chartering or to defray costs

Customer relations and fixing a charter

Managing the charter – crew and guests

7. Repairs and Maintenance

Health & safety

Routine maintenance v condition monitoring

Proper planning

The owner and the budget

Enlisting outside help

Repair/refit facilities and periodic maintenance

Yard tenders and tender evaluation

Paint maintenance and paint system repairs

8. Legal Aspects of Superyacht Management

Introduction to English Law and the National legal system

The Law of Contract

The Law of Tort (negligence)

Liability in Contract & Tort

Responsibilities

Admiralty Law and Jurisdiction

International Maritime Law

Governmental control of shipping

Shipboard documentation

Codes of practice for commercially operated yachts

The Flag State

Pollution

Chartering commercially operated yachts

Health and safety on board ship

Marine Insurance

Value Added Tax (VAT)

Recreational craft directive

Finance

Employment of seamen in UK flag yachts

Conduct and discipline

9. Insurance

Introduction

The legal side of marine insurance

The practical side of marine insurance

10. New Building Project Management

Defining requirements and obtaining viable tenders for building the vessel

Analysing tenders, contract negotiations and signing

Design development, project management, plan approval, inspection, trials and delivery

11. Security and ISPS

Yacht security

The ISPS Code and how it affects superyachts

Security personnel and duties

Searching and search procedures

Yacht Security systems

Owner and guest security ashore

Superyacht crews

Piracy and armed robbery

12. The International Safety Management Code (ISM)

Introduction

Key players

Legal and insurance implications

Practical aspects of the code