Maritime Legal Aspects
The course offers both an overview of shipping law as well as a more in-depth understanding of the key legal elements to be encountered. Students will have the opportunity not only to learn but also to master shipping law and put their newly-acquired knowledge to practice through case-study examples.
Format
Online
Language
English
Duration
4 weeks
Start Date
12/03/2021
End Date
12/04/2021
Accreditation
Institute of Marine Engineers-UK, BCA College
What You'll Learn
Week 1
ADMIRALTY AND GENERAL MARITIME LAW, PERSONAL INJURY, MARITIME LIENS, GENERAL AVERAGE, YORK ANTWERP RULES
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
COLLISIONS AT SEA, REGULATIONS, LIABILITY ISSUES, RECOVERABLE AND NON-RECOVERABLE DAMAGES, CROSS-LIABILITY APPORTIONMENT.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
TYPES OF TOWAGE, LIABILITY ANALYSIS, DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TOWAGE AND SALVAGE, PILOTAGE, IMMUNITY VS LIABILITY FOR PILOTS
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
Week 2
MARINE SALVAGE, AWARD CRITERIA, CONTRIBUING VALUES, NO CURE-NO PAY PRINCIPLE, THE SCOPIC CLAUSE, MARINE SEARCH AND RESCUE.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
ARREST OF SHIPS, TYPES OF DISPUTES, PROCESS TO EFFECT AN ARREST, PROCESS TO LIFT SAME, JUDICIAL SALE, CASE STUDY.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
MARINE INSURANCE, FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF INSURANCE, P&I CLUBS, H&M COVER, HOW THEY OPERATE, PREJUDICE OF COVER, SECONDARY TYPES OF INSURANCE.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
Week 3
CARRIAGE OF PASSENGERS, LIABILITY ISSUES, CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE, THE ATHENS CONVENTION, LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
SALE AND PURCHASE, NEWBUILDINGS AND SECONDHAND, CONTRACT FORMS, DUTIES AND RIGHTS, LIQUIDATED DAMAGES, CASE STUDY.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS, HAGE-VISBY RULES, HAMBRUG AND ROTTERDAM RULES, WHERE APPLIES WHAT, WHAT TO BE CAREFUL WITH.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
Week 4
BILLS OF LADING, THREE FUNCTIONS, RISK OF FRAUD, CARRIER CAPACITY, LETTERS OF INDEMNITY, GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
CHARTERPARTIES, TIME/VOYAGE, OTHER TYPES, BASIC PROFORMAS, HIGH-RISK CLAUSES, BREACH OF CONTRACT.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
MARINE POLLUTION, PREVENTION AND RESPONSE, TYPES OF POLLUTION, CONVENTIONS, LIABILITIES AND EXCEPTIONS, LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, INSURANCE OPTIONS.
One video lesson and One assignment - related on the contents as described
Meet the instructor
Spyros Theodoropoulos
LLM from Cardiff Law Scholl in Marine Legal Affairs
Professor Spyros Theodoropoulos holds a BA from The University of Piraeus in Shipping Economics and an LLM from Cardiff Law Scholl in Marine Legal Affairs. Since 2000, he has worked in various senior managerial and counsel positions within shipmanagement and chartering companies from Greece, Dubai and the USA. Through his long and active involvement in the Shipping industry, he acquired extensive experience in maritime legal affairs such as regulations, contract formation, dispute resolution, liabilities in tort, environmental issues etc. both from their legal perspective as well as the everyday/practical aspect. Some of the companies that Professor Theodoropoulos has worked over the years include GMS Dubai, Liquimar, Newport and Guardian Navigation.
Course Outcomes
Provide students with a good understanding of how the law operates within the shipping industry on a worldwide basis.
Help students develop problem-solving skills by introducing a detailed, yet also practical aspect, of the shipping legal affairs.
Offer students the tools to specialize on any particular aspect of the shipping law and expand through more in-depth analysis.
Act as reference for the students to consult, when encountered with a shipping law issue.
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Is this course right for you?
The course offers both an overview of shipping law as well as a more in-depth understanding of the key legal elements to be encountered. Students will have the opportunity not only to learn but also to master shipping law and put their newly-acquired knowledge to practice through case-study examples. Students will learn the laws that govern the shipping affairs, the conventions that apply to each geographical area and type of sea carriage, the legal risks and implications when a casualty occurs and what insurance products are available to counter these risks, i.e. essential knowledge both for preventions as well as handling/mitigation purposes.
This course will appeal to:
- Deck and Engine Officers
- Maritime Executives
- Aspiring students seeking to venture into the fascinating world of Shipping
Industry Testimonials
Studying at BCA 25 years ago gave me the necessary tools to start my career in shipping with strong foundations, learn new skills and help me to gain the necessary knowledge about the shipping industry. I would recommend anyone interested in shipping to go ahead and enroll themselves for MSc Shipping Business at BCA.
As a new student to BCA's Masters in Shipping degree, i am very excited to learn the secrets of the Shipping industry, learning from the world's very best.
Our company embarks on a new chapter; we are proud to send our executives to learn from the world’s best.
BCA College is one of Greece’s oldest and most reputable maritime academic institutions. Having evaluated its online Masters degree in Shipping, its modules cover all the knowledge FOR A SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION FROM A CAREER ONBOARD TO A POSITION ASHORE.
BCA is the oldest Maritime College in Greece, supplying our Shipping industry with some of its finest graduates.
BCA College has one of the leading positive reputations as an academic maritime institution offering Masters degrees in line with the needs of Shipping companies. Costamare Shipping Company SA possesses a number of BCA graduates in its ranks with excellent performance.
Our Alumni
Our 8,500 alumni work in the world’s most significant shipping companies and multinational enterprises of the maritime world.
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FAQ
What skills are assessed by the end of the course?
1
Perform a full analysis and risk-assessment of all the legal issues that are likely to emerge through any shipping operation.
2
Create a strategic plan and coordinate all other professionals and specialties involved for the best handling of each incident.
3
Take advantage and invoke all remedies, relieves, limitations and regulations that are available and of assistance.
4
Handle any legal issue and bring to a successful conclusion, from A to Z.
Will i receive a certificate?
Upon completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion awarded by BCA College and accredited by IMAREST
What does my tuition cover?
Your tuition covers:
HD films per course, your own e-book, 24/7 support, professor video calls 3 times per month, extra webinars by Shipping industry titans
Are there any prerequisites?
Applicants can be admitted to the course if they possess:
1
Good command of the English Language via IELTS, TOEFL or any other internationally approved English language certification.
2
Employer/Professor recommendation.
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