| Learning objectives |
| The Leadership EP follows skill needs identified in Work Package 1 based on a literature review and field research in seagoing and shore-based personnel. Leadership has been indicated as an essential future skill for those wishing to pursue a career in shipping. The course aims to provide participants with theoretical knowledge on leadership and enhance their leadership skills and focuses on five parameters: teamwork, communication, motivation, cultural awareness and conflict handling. The course focuses on providing knowledge and skills related to: - Cultural Diversity and Leadership in a multicultural industry - The importance of communication skills and motivation - Team leadership and conflict handling. |
| Target group |
| This course is designed for maritime professionals working in the shipping industry, focusing on those wishing to transition from a career onboard a vessel to a career ashore, primarily at a management level |
| Entry requirement |
| The required EQF level for joining the course is level 4. The candidate should have experience in the field of shipping operations and management. |
| Duration |
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The course is based on five lessons, each lasting three hours, with a total lecture workload of 15 hours. Subsequently, one lesson is dedicated to presenting the team project report. The completion of the EP Leadership course requires from an attendee, a total study load of 75 hours equivalent to 3 ECTS, allocated as follows: • Lecturing: 15 hours • Self Study: 30 hours • Tutorial support: 26 hours • Suggested Assessments: Group presentations (three-hour sessions) and one hour for an assessment. |
| Assessment |
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Suggested Assessments: Group presentations and a test • There will be an opportunity for formative and/or peer reviews as part of the group project work. • Suggested test questions are available in Appendix 3 |
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