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Ship & Port Agency Operations MRBU 0140

Marine Business Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

​This course will provide an overall understanding of the role of the ship and port agents/agencies in the global logistics supply chain. During the course, students will study the duties and responsibilities of the ship and port agents. The step-by-step process of vessel arrival and departure, and the role of the agent in relation to contractual obligations, will be analyzed in detail.​

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

0.0

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Understand the role of the ship and port agents.
  • Identify the agent's duties and obligations under the contractual agreements.
  • Discuss the agent's responsibilities while handling the ship, cargo, and port documentation.
  • Have an understanding of the legal aspects of the Ship and Port Agency, insurance, and the latest developments across the Ship and Port Agency sector.​

Effective as of Fall 2023

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